Near East Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Near East Side
Stay near popular Near East Side attractions
Activities
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Near East Side Hotel Deals
Swissotel - Chicago
"I would recommend"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
"Awesome amenities but the hot tub was kind of gross. The beds/pillows were uncomfortable and the room never completely cooled off especially at night. I told front desk and they sent maintenance to change the air filter but it didn’t help. Don’t touch anything on the mini bar or you’ll be charged ..."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
"The facilities are very old, and there is a musty smell in the room."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"seems like we are visiting every other month to meet up with friends. We have already recommended this hotel many times and will definitely be staying again."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
"Hotel main trash service pickup was directly below my room window and was extremely loud when unloading and loading rolloff dumpsters at 4am. No way to sleep through the noise. Shuttle service was very good to and from the airport. Toilet clogged after one use with no plunger available. Remodeling ..."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
"I went to the city with my 1 year old and was using a stroller for a lot of my time there, unfortunately her stroller didn’t fit through the normal doorway so I was forced to use the little handicap lift they had except it didn’t work 80% of the time and at one point in time didn’t work all together. ..."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Near East Side
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
The Loop
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.
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.
Lincoln Park
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.
