Old Town Chicago Travel Guide

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Our pick of the best Old Town Chicago Hotel Deals

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$314 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$314
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,182 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
4.5 out of 5
505 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$377 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$377
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,865 reviews)
"Great hotel. Location cost to downtown, the Pier, and a lot of restaurants and night life. Property and rooms are in great shape. Staff is very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$250 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$250
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,294 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
citizenM Chicago Downtown
citizenM Chicago Downtown
4 out of 5
80 East Wacker Place, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$251 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$251
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,165 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

citizenM Chicago Downtown
Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$180 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$180
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,893 reviews)
"This is the second time my husband and I stayed at Congress Plaza. This year we had a lake view. It’s not that much more than a standard King. The view of the Lake and Buckingham Fountain is beautiful. We love the location, an easy walk to Millenium Park. We also love the lobby, a throw back to the ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
The Wade
The Wade
4.5 out of 5
644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$274 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$274
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy room service, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"It was close to the Navy pier and other shopping amenities. The area was super nice and the hotel was everything that we needed."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

The Wade
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Chicago

Chicago featuring a city and modern architecture

Lincoln Park

5/5(4 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.

Lincoln Park
Gold Coast which includes street scenes as well as a couple

Gold Coast

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.

Gold Coast
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes

Near North Side

4.5/5(114 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.

Near North Side
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River North

Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.

River North
Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.

Magnificent Mile
Navy Pier which includes wild flowers and general coastal views as well as a couple

Streeterville

Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.

Streeterville

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