Where to Stay in Chicago: 10 Top Hotels

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We Highlight Where to Stay in Chicago, Illinois

4 & 5-Star Hotels in Chicago

Chicago in a word is bold. Chicago is the colossal sculpture referred to as “The Bean.” Chicago is the brilliant green river flowing powerfully through the city. And Chicago doesn’t do small. They even do their pizza boldly – DEEP dish!? Yes, please! The shopping is exceptional. Ever heard of a district called The Magnificent Mile? That’s Chicago. So it comes as no surprise that the hotels in Chicago are equally as phenomenal. The architecture alone makes traveling to Chicago an absolute treat. Speaking of treats… Firecakes Donuts (a Chicago original- try them, they’re amazing).

Choosing a Hotel in Chicago

While we could go on and on about how incredible Chicago is, we must discuss choosing a good hotel for your visit to the “Windy City.” Now, when deciding where to stay in Chicago, downtown is a great place to consider because it is centrally located and close to the city’s premiere restaurants and activities.

Here is a list of top things to do in Chicago all located in or around the downtown area:

Millennium Park
Art Institute of Chicago
Cloud Gate aka “The Bean”
Chicago Riverwalk
Magnificent Mile
Buckingham Fountain
Skydeck Chicago
Skyline Cruises (take in Chicago’s famed architecture by boat)
Chicago Theater District
Chicago’s Lakefront Trail

Downtown Chicago features great hotels with affordable rates. However, this can make it tough to choose where to stay. So, in an effort to help with your decision, we list ten top hotels to stay in while visiting Chicago.