The Loop Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Loop - Downtown which includes a river or creek
The Loop
The Loop
The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek and a ferry
The Loop
Striking architecture, urban park space and countless entertainment options all make The Loop one of the most memorable spots in the city.

The Loop is another name for Chicago’s CBD but doesn’t the name give it a bit of an edge? If you’re wondering why they don’t just call it “downtown”, it’s because there’s actually a loop of elevated train that surrounds the region. Don’t miss Millennium Park, which boasts the famous “bean” you’ve seen in all your friends’ photos. You can smugly correct other tourists, too—the actual name of that structure is “Cloud Gate”.


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Our pick of the best The Loop Hotel Deals

River Hotel
River Hotel
4 out of 5
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$183 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,876 reviews)
"Good location. Reasonable price."

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2025

River Hotel
L7 Chicago by LOTTE
L7 Chicago by LOTTE
4.5 out of 5
225 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$304 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$304
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,828 reviews)
"Very clean and the staff was so nice. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

L7 Chicago by LOTTE
Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$214 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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! (8,570 reviews)
"This property was within walking distance of both the Contemporary Art Museym and the Art Institute of Chicago."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hilton Chicago
Hilton Chicago
4 out of 5
720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$339 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$339
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,680 reviews)
"The room carpet was old. The room was hot. Understand is a historic hotel, but needs to updates. Check in process were welcomed."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Hilton Chicago
Swissotel - Chicago
Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 out of 5
323 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$356 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$356
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,943 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with a great fitness facility, and the staff was excellent. The location was also very convenient and was within walking distance from several popular Chicago sites and restaurants."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Swissotel - Chicago
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
4 out of 5
111 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$178 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,394 reviews)
Not disappointed
"No complaints, but no real praises either. Seems like a pretty standard hotel touted as something nicer than it really is"

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

The Loop Travel Guide

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