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Chicago Hotels for Tourists + Staycations 🏙️✨
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items I love a good staycation! I've stayed in so many hotels here, and I also get asked for Chicago hotel recs all the time ✨ This is my curated list of hotels I personally recommend—whether you’re visiting from out of town, out the country, or just want ...
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Downtown / The Loop 🏙️
River North ✨
South Loop 🌿
West Loop 🍽️
Neighborhood Stays 🌆
Luxury Stays / Splurge Hotels 💎
Downtown / The Loop 🏙️
Tourist core, skyline views, business hotels, and easy access to major attractions.
Minimal, boutique-style stay that’s clean, convenient, and ideal for a quick city trip.
Central Loop Hotel - Boutique hotel in Downtown Chicago
Modern, centrally located, perfect for first-time people who want easy access to major downtown attractions like Millennium Park.
Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago
Playful boutique hotel. Super walkable location near major downtown sights. Walking distance to the bean and Chicago Theatre.
Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop
Spacious suite-style stay with kitchens and a super central location for longer stays or staycations. I've stayed here multiple times and never had any issues.
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop
Fun, social vibe, super pretty, and an unbeatable location walking distance to the Riverwalk and Millennium Park. Also great price!
citizenM Chicago Downtown hotel
Cute, modern, and in a really convenient spot if you’re planning to do a lot of walking around downtown.
Arlo Chicago | Boutique Hotel Downtown Chicago
Waterfront hotel with some of the best lake and skyline views in the city. Right at Navy Pier, also home to the largest rooftop bar in the world! I stayed here for my birthday. Pro tip to save money: park in a garage near the Pier and walk down and a...
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago Curio collection by Hilton
River North ✨
Nightlife, trendy restaurants, boutique-style hotels, and aesthetic stays close to everything.
Boutique art hotel (formerly known as 21c Museum Hotel) blending gallery-style exhibits with a stylish, contemporary stay experience.
Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown | Boutique Hotel - Marriott
Fun River North stay that feels more laid back and personality-filled than some of the bigger chain hotels nearby.
ACME Hotel Chicago
A really good option if you want more space or are staying a few days since the rooms feel a little more apartment-style than standard hotel rooms.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Downtown
Eco-friendly boutique hotel with a cozy, modern feel close to restaurants like Portillo's and nightlife.
Hotel Felix
Fun vibe, good location, and one of those hotels that works really well for a girls trip or casual staycation.
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North - Marriott
A good pick if you want something that feels a little more elevated and calm while still being close to everything.
Reserve Hotel Eurostars Magnificent Mile in Chicago
South Loop 🌿
Quieter vibe with museums, lakefront access, and more relaxed stays near downtown.
Suite-style hotel with more space and easy access to the lakefront and museums. I stayed here for my bachelorette party. It's really nice and great location.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
Good option if you’re coming in for an event, convention, or concert and want something easy and comfortable without being deep downtown. Great Hotpot restaurant across the street Haidilao. You can easily get to the rest of downtown from here using t...
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place Hotel
Historical. Right across from Grant Park. Solid option and easily walkable.
The Blackstone, Autograph Collection
Considered one of the most haunted hotels in Chicago. If you're into that. 👻😂
Congress Plaza Hotel
West Loop 🍽️
Foodie central—modern hotels surrounded by some of Chicago’s best restaurants and café spots. West Loop is one of the most expensive areas but I have a mix of affordable and luxury recs.
One of my favorite West Loop stays because it fits so well with the creative, artsy, food-focused vibe of the neighborhood.
The Emily Hotel
Definitely more of a splurge but really good for a luxury staycation or special occasion trip. Unless you got it like that! I stayed jere on my wedding night.
Nobu Chicago
One of my favorite hotels for a staycation because you can walk outside and immediately be surrounded by amazing restaurants and cafés
The Hoxton
Really solid option if you want something comfortable and a little more low-key while still being close to all the West Loop food spots and clubs.
Hyatt House Chicago / West Loop-Fulton Market
Most affordable option. Good pick if you want something more apartment-style and flexible instead of a traditional hotel, especially for longer stays or group trips.
LIVN Chicago | Apartment-Style Hotel
Neighborhood Stays 🌆
Hotels outside the downtown area with a more local feel. Still really worth considering depending on the kind of trip you want.
Luxury stay on the Southside of Chicago! In Hyde Park, you'll be close to local food spots, Museum of Science & Industry, Obama Presidential Center, and Osaka Garden. The Metra or bus can take you straight into downtown.
Sophy Hotel | Chicago's Top Boutique Luxury Hotel | Sophy Hotel
Chinatown! A really solid option if you want to stay near amazing food and still have easy train access into the rest of the city.
SpringHill Suites Chicago Chinatown | All-Suite Hotel - Marriott
Wrigleyville. Located right across from Wrigley Field where the Cubs play. Lots of restaurants and bars easy access to transit.
Hotel Zachary
Lincoln Park. Family friendly area. Really good if you want to spend time around the lake while still being close enough to downtown without staying directly in it. Walking distance to the Lincoln Park Zoo (free), Nature Museum, greenspace, lakefront...
Hotel Lincoln
Wicker Park. If you want a more hipster vibe with good food, coffee shops, nearby speakeasy, and nightlife right outside the door.
The Robey Chicago
Luxury Stays / Splurge Hotels 💎
Standout 4–5 star hotels for when you want the full experience—views, service, and elevated amenities. Range from $300/night+
Good for people who want that classic downtown Chicago feel but still want something fun and modern instead of overly business-focused. Near theaters and dining.
theWit - A Hilton Hotel - Chicago Loop Hotel
Clean, modern hotel right on the river that feels stylish without being overly formal or stuffy.
L7 Chicago By Lotte
Definitely one of the most iconic luxury stays in Chicago. My husband is a musician and he plays here a lot.
The Peninsula Chicago
Feels stylish and upscale without being too over-the-top, plus the Gold Coast location is really good for restaurants and high end shopping.
Thompson Chicago
Honestly hard to beat for river and skyline views, especially if you want that classic “downtown Chicago” in the middle of everything feel.
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
One of the quieter luxury hotels in the city and really good for a more relaxing, slower-paced vacation vibe.
Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Super calming hotel with amazing river views that somehow still feels cozy instead of intimidating.
The Langham, Chicago
More traditional luxury vibes but the location is hard to beat if you want to stay near shopping and the lake.
The Ritz-Carlton
Chicagoland Area (Suburbs) 🚆
Comfortable stays outside the city for a slower pace, better prices, and easy access into Chicago via transit or short drives.
Spacious suites near O'Hare airport, ideal for travel convenience and longer stays. You can take the CTA Blue Line into the city.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Rosemont | Official Website
Comfortable suburban hotel with easy highway access if you're renting a car and more affordable rates.
Hyatt Regency Schaumburg
Near the fashion outlets and O'Hare
Hyatt Regency