Essex Travel Guide

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Our pick of the best Essex Hotel Deals

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$308 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$308
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (9,498 reviews)
The website for the gazebo restaurant within the hotel said there was an extensive menu. When you get down to the place it’s a small buffett set up which was similar to any other continental breakfast with some cereal, muffins, fruit, some biscuits, bacon and sausage etc. There was also a man at ...

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

3 out of 5
350 West Wolf Point Plaza, Building 2, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$251 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$251
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,943 reviews)
Great location if you have meetings at the Mart which you can reach through escalator and a bridge that takes you directly to the second floor. The hotel is well run Good breakfast and friendly staff. Rooms are clean but they should start “refreshing” some of the features like carpets which seem ...

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart 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$201 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$201
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (3,133 reviews)
Every think was wonderful except the heater wasn’t working and the toilet was loose.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago

4 out of 5
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$147 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$147
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,494 reviews)
Bathroom recently redone and was fabulous, but room was old and tattered. Bed was nice and comfy. Nice crisp sheets.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Freehand Chicago
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$291 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$291
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,018 reviews)
Nice and convenient place. Unique atmosphere

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
citizenM Chicago Downtown

citizenM Chicago Downtown

4 out of 5
80 East Wacker Place, Chicago, IL
The price is AU$206 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$206
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (3,963 reviews)
Great spot next to the pendry

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

citizenM Chicago Downtown
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Essex

Chicago Museum of Science and Industry

Hyde Park

Hyde Park is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Michigan and Robie House.

Hyde Park
South Loop featuring night scenes and street scenes

Near South Side

Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.

Near South Side
South Loop featuring a city and a high-rise building

South Loop

4/5(1 area review)

Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.

South Loop
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Near West Side

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Racine Station or Polk Station (Pink Line) to get around town.

Near West Side
Chicago showing rides

Theatre District

While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).

Theatre District
The Loop - Downtown which includes a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

The Loop


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