Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park
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Hotel Overview
Great Stay in Chicago
I enjoyed all of the amenities as well as the atmosphere. would definitely visit again and...
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nmaggers
- May 17, 2013
Great Stay in Chicago
I enjoyed the ambiance of the hotel as well as the cordial environment. The rooms were clean and...
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nmaggers
- May 17, 2013
Historic hotel on Michigan Avenue by Grant Park
Guests at the Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park hotel enjoy value prices and a convenient location across from Grant Park, Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park, the Art Institute and Lake Michigan. Designed to accommodate large groups, the 850-room hotel has hosted legions of tourists, conventioneers and even the nation’s presidents since the World’s Columbian Exposition in 1893. Its presence among Chicago architecture is unmistakable: Just look for the oversized sign in all red caps.Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park Rooms
- Lakefront King
- Guest room with one king-sized bed. Rooms face Lake Michigan and Buckingham Fountain and can accommodate a maximum of 2 quests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Lakefront Suite
- Guest room with one king-sized bed. Rooms face Lake Michigan and Buckingham Fountain and can accommodate a maximum of 2 quests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Standard Double
- Guest room with two double beds and can accommodate a maximum of 4 guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- City View King Suite
- Guest room with one king-sized bed. Accommodate a maximum of 2 guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Standard Room - 1 Double Bed
- Guest room with one double bed and can accommodate a maximum of two guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
- Standard King
- Guest room with one king-sized bed and can accommodate a maximum of two guests. All rooms have cable satellite T.V., coffee maker, radio and voice mail, high speed internet connection for $9.95 + TAX for 24 hours and Movies on Demand.
Amenities
- High-speed internet
- General
- Concierge
- Activities
- Health club
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Internet
- High-speed internet
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Chicago, IL
- Nearby airports
- Midway and O'Hare International Airports
- Area description
- Adjacent to Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain. Near Millenium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago, Museum Campus, Symphony Center, and the Sears Tower.
Nearby points of interest
- Auditorium Building: 0.1 mi
- Harold Washington Library: 0.2 mi
- Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.3 mi
- Buckingham Fountain: 0.3 mi
- Symphony Center: 0.3 mi
- Grant Park: 0.3 mi
- Printers Square: 0.3 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 0.3 mi
- Crown Fountain: 0.4 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 0.4 mi
- Chicago Board of Trade: 0.5 mi
- State Street: 0.5 mi
- Cloud Gate: 0.5 mi
- Shubert Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Pritzker Pavilion: 0.6 mi
- Auditorium Building: 0.1 mi
- Harold Washington Library: 0.2 mi
- Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.3 mi
- Buckingham Fountain: 0.3 mi
- Symphony Center: 0.3 mi
- Grant Park: 0.3 mi
- Printers Square: 0.3 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 0.3 mi
- Crown Fountain: 0.4 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 0.4 mi
- Chicago Board of Trade: 0.5 mi
- State Street: 0.5 mi
- Cloud Gate: 0.5 mi
- Shubert Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Pritzker Pavilion: 0.6 mi
- Sears Tower: 0.6 mi
- Yacht Club: 0.6 mi
- Chicago Cultural Center: 0.6 mi
- Marshall Fields: 0.6 mi
- Harris Theater: 0.6 mi
- Oriental Theatre: 0.7 mi
- City Hall: 0.7 mi
- Chicago Theater: 0.7 mi
- Goodman Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Prudential Plaza: 0.7 mi
- Field Museum of Natural History: 0.7 mi
- Cadillac Palace Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Shedd Aquarium: 0.8 mi
- Harold Washington College: 0.8 mi
- Chicago Mercantile Exchange: 0.8 mi
- Carson Pirie Scott: 0.8 mi
- Opera House: 0.9 mi
- Union Station: 0.9 mi
- Marina City: 0.9 mi
- Soldier Field: 1 mi
- Museum of Broadcast Communications: 1 mi
- Wrigley Building: 1 mi
- Merchandise Mart: 1 mi
- Tribune Tower: 1.1 mi
- Adler Planetarium: 1.1 mi
- North Michigan Avenue: 1.1 mi
- Hull House Museum: 1.2 mi
- Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 1.3 mi
- Lake Point Tower: 1.3 mi
- Michigan Avenue South: 1.3 mi
Dining
- Gazebo Restaurant
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served from 6:30am to 10:30pm. Breakfast includes full American Breakfast, lunch- a variety of salads and sandwiches, dinner- chicken, beef, pork and seafood dishes.
- Tavern Tap
- A relaxed setting to enjoy cocktails or play pool or watch your favorite sports
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- 50,000 square feet of meeting space. World renowned gold room
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (826)
Ratings and reviews for Congress Plaza Hotel at Grant Park
- All travelers (826) 3.3 / 5
- Business (218) 3.1 / 5
- Couples (284) 3.4 / 5
- Families (138) 3.3 / 5
- Friends (108) 3.4 / 5
- Singles (64) 3.4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (4) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.7
- Hotel staff:
- 3.7
- Room comfort:
- 3.4
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 3.5
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Grandrew
First Timers
This was our first trip to Chcago and we could not have been happier with our stay. The hotel had tons of character and was very clean. We were right downtown with access to all transportation, we could get anywhere with out a problem.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
paterfailias
24 Hours in Chicago
We were there over Memorial Day weekend; did not seem to be a lot of people in the hotel. Consequently, we got a wonderful room, overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan. Able to walk to restaurants, the Goodman, and Jazz Showcase - perfect location. Alas, no decaf coffee in the room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Copper Granny
Disappointed
This hotel was given a 3 star rating but does not deserve a 2 star. This is a very old hotel that needs redecorating and upgrading. I was so disappointed in our room the first night that I went to the desk to let them know. I was given the choice of two other rooms that were a bit nicer but still were in need of renovation. I could have stated at a Hilton just down the street for a few dollars and more and would have been so much happier. The good things about this place were the staff and the location - but there are so many other hotels that are nearby. They charged $10 per day for wifi so we went to Panera to use theirs.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
The trolley/double decker bus tours were great. Also, the Wrigley Field tour was outstanding.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jon Brown
Great Hotel
Our stay was great from the time we entered until we left. The staff was very helpful with directions and taxi's when we needed them. The people who stayed with us in the second room had some problems the first night with noise next door, and the next morning, the hotel moved them to a different floor where things were fine the next night. Breakfast in the restaurant was plentiful and delicious!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Ed Devicks Restaurant is an experience all should experience at least once. Not expensive, good food, casual - don't expect the usual service!
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
H.E.W.
A tired hotel, a subpar experience
This hotel is very tired. It smells old and musty. The service is not too friendly. When we stayed, the elevator was broken so there was always a long wait. Breakfast was horrible. It seemed to be decently clean. We had 6 people (all business associates), so we booked 3 rooms with double queens. Upon arrival, one of the rooms had a king size bed so 2 co-workers had to share a bed. Not ideal! We stayed here because everywhere else was booked and it was decently priced. The only thing we liked about it was the location. The building has a historic charm to it but that doesn't make up for everything else. Would not recommend to anyone.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
TeeWee
Gateway to Chicago fun on foot!
great base to walk from to everywhere in downtown Chicago; Miracle Mile, Grant & Millennium Park, Riverwalk, museums, sculpures...can't beat the location!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
See your refection at Cloudgate
Reviewer score
Would recommend
nmaggers
Great Stay in Chicago
I enjoyed all of the amenities as well as the atmosphere. would definitely visit again and recommend this hotel to others.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
nmaggers
Great Stay in Chicago
I enjoyed the ambiance of the hotel as well as the cordial environment. The rooms were clean and comfy as well. I would recommend it to anyone I know.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Dan Bzly
Great Location!
Loved the location of this hotel. Right near the train, which I highly recommend using to get around town.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Definitely use the train to get from the airport to the hotel, and from the hotel to anywhere you want to go in the city. Saves a ton of money and time! Also, if you check out the aquarium, the $8 adult pass will get you to the entire bottom floor of the aquarium which will keep you entertained for quite a while!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JennyMcG
Great Location, Clean Old-Wordly Style
This was a great location for us, overlooking Grant Park right on Michigan Ave. We walked everywhere we wanted to go comfortably. The hotel was very clean. It's an old hotel and the beautiful, ornate detail was definitely seen in the lobby.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
