This downtown hotel holds court on the Magnificent Mile, but it's also situated just south enough for guests to avoid the tourist fray. Catering to budget travelers, the mid-rise property is within walking distance of major destinations, including Grant Park, Millennium Park, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Field Museum and Soldier Field. During warm weather, visitors take advantage of the seasonal outdoor pool and sundeck, a rare amenity in the Windy City.
Rooms
Rooms boast lake or street views, and adopt a country theme with their floral linens, valances, brass lamps and pine furniture. While all the basics are covered – like hair dryers and work desks – the hotel also adds complimentary newspapers, free local calls and wired Internet access and Wi-Fi as standard extras.
Features
American, Asian and Italian flavors dominate the menu at Mei's Kitchen, which is open all day. Suddenly craving dumplings and duck, neo-Milanese pizza and pasta or even all four? The restaurant serves them all. For a quick java fix, try Mei's Coffee Bar for Lavazza's coffee. Or try the fresh pastries for a perfect afternoon treat.
Transportation
- O'Hare International Airport (19 miles)
- Midway Airport (11 miles)
- Closest train stops: Blue Line (Jackson to O'Hare) and Orange Line (Roosevelt to Midway)
- McCormick Place Convention Center (7 minutes)
Attractions
- Millennium Park
- Grant Park
- Lake Michigan
- Navy Pier
- Magnificent Mile
- Art Institute
- Field Museum
Business
- Near McCormick Place
- Business center