Everything in this modern, upscale hotel was upgraded in 2015, and it shows. Rooms in the 419-room hotel are spacious, comfortable and stylishly furnished with amenities worthy of a four-pearl property. Tastefully decorated rooms have modern touches like iPod/iPhone docking stations and plug-in media centers. Located in the heart of downtown, it's a good choice for both business and leisure travelers. While competitively priced, there are several other upscale hotels near the Magnificent Mile from which to choose, including the Omni Chicago and The James Hotel. And travelers attending an event at McCormick Place might want to consider the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, which is a brief walk to the convention center.
Everything in this modern, upscale hotel was upgraded in 2015, and it shows. Rooms in the 419-room hotel are spacious, comfortable and stylishly furnished with amenities worthy of a four-pearl property. Tastefully decorated rooms have modern touches like iPod/iPhone docking stations and plug-in media centers. Located in the heart of downtown, it's a good choice for both business and leisure travelers. While competitively priced, there are several other upscale hotels near the Magnificent Mile from which to choose, including the Omni Chicago and The James Hotel. And travelers attending an event at McCormick Place might want to consider the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, which is a brief walk to the convention center.
A good fit for business travelers, the Hyatt Regency Chicago is a huge, upscale, chain hotel with 2,019 rooms located in the northern part of The Loop within walking distance to Millennium Park. It has four restaurants, a business center, and fitness center; convention attendees may not even feel the need to leave the property. Rooms are modern and fresh with several conveniences including minibars and coffeemakers, and some offer views of the river or lake. Parking at the hotel is pricey, but throwing it on the company card may lessen the sting for those traveling for work. Guests may want to compare rates with the nearby Wyndham Grand ChicagoRiverfront. There is a pesky fee for Wi-Fi.
A good fit for business travelers, the Hyatt Regency Chicago is a huge, upscale, chain hotel with 2,019 rooms located in the northern part of The Loop within walking distance to Millennium Park. It has four restaurants, a business center, and fitness center; convention attendees may not even feel the need to leave the property. Rooms are modern and fresh with several conveniences including minibars and coffeemakers, and some offer views of the river or lake. Parking at the hotel is pricey, but throwing it on the company card may lessen the sting for those traveling for work. Guests may want to compare rates with the nearby Wyndham Grand ChicagoRiverfront. There is a pesky fee for Wi-Fi.
The mid-range Congress Plaza Hotel across from Grant Park is equal parts historic beauty, and dated old dive. Its public spaces and ballrooms recall an elegant past, but the facilities are few and amenities are surprisingly basic. Some of the 851 rooms have an antique-style decor that's more worn out than old world, while others have gotten superficial modern makeovers, but all have dated bathrooms and lack individual temperature controls. Budget-minded business travelers will find it to be a much cheaper alternative to the neighboring, more upscale Hilton Chicago, but it's also worth considering the nearby Chicago's Essex Inn, which adds an indoor pool.
The mid-range Congress Plaza Hotel across from Grant Park is equal parts historic beauty, and dated old dive. Its public spaces and ballrooms recall an elegant past, but the facilities are few and amenities are surprisingly basic. Some of the 851 rooms have an antique-style decor that's more worn out than old world, while others have gotten superficial modern makeovers, but all have dated bathrooms and lack individual temperature controls. Budget-minded business travelers will find it to be a much cheaper alternative to the neighboring, more upscale Hilton Chicago, but it's also worth considering the nearby Chicago's Essex Inn, which adds an indoor pool.
This 232-room hotel is far from Chicago's tourist sites, so there's no reason to stay here except to save money or to go to a conference at the nearby McCormick Convention Center. Indeed, this mid-range hotel caters to business travelers with a 24-hour business center, meeting rooms, and free parking. There's also a 24-hour fitness center, an on-site salon, and a small cafe, though it has limited hours and doesn't offer any kind of breakfast buffet. Rooms are spacious and clean with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and work desks with ergonomic chairs, though they lack character. Travelers might consider paying a little more for the nearby Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, which is directly attached to the convention center and has more amenities.
This 232-room hotel is far from Chicago's tourist sites, so there's no reason to stay here except to save money or to go to a conference at the nearby McCormick Convention Center. Indeed, this mid-range hotel caters to business travelers with a 24-hour business center, meeting rooms, and free parking. There's also a 24-hour fitness center, an on-site salon, and a small cafe, though it has limited hours and doesn't offer any kind of breakfast buffet. Rooms are spacious and clean with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and work desks with ergonomic chairs, though they lack character. Travelers might consider paying a little more for the nearby Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, which is directly attached to the convention center and has more amenities.
Chicago's first hotel built to meet Silver LEED certifications for its eco-friendly practices, Hotel Felix merges upscale amenities with renewable furnishings and energy efficiency. It's just off the busy thoroughfares, making it a relaxing spot to stay (with a spa), while it's still an easy walk to the action on the Magnificent Mile, and all of River North's nightlife. The environmentally-conscious will likely appreciate just how thoroughly green this hotel is, if they don't mind small rooms. While it's a central location for tourists, the Felix caters to business travelers, with its comfortable, if somewhat cramped, work spaces, and stylish meeting rooms. The nearby Dana Hotel and Spa doesn't share the sustainable pedigree, but it has similar amenities with larger rooms.
Chicago's first hotel built to meet Silver LEED certifications for its eco-friendly practices, Hotel Felix merges upscale amenities with renewable furnishings and energy efficiency. It's just off the busy thoroughfares, making it a relaxing spot to stay (with a spa), while it's still an easy walk to the action on the Magnificent Mile, and all of River North's nightlife. The environmentally-conscious will likely appreciate just how thoroughly green this hotel is, if they don't mind small rooms. While it's a central location for tourists, the Felix caters to business travelers, with its comfortable, if somewhat cramped, work spaces, and stylish meeting rooms. The nearby Dana Hotel and Spa doesn't share the sustainable pedigree, but it has similar amenities with larger rooms.
