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The Midwest's major center for business conventions, Chicago boasts many affordable places to stay, with most hotels located around the airport and the city's central business district. To discover the city from a comfortable base within walking distance of most tourist attractions, aim for one of the big chain hotels in the downtown area. If you're traveling on a limited budget and wish to get a deeper sense of Chicago's many diverse neighborhoods, consider staying away from the pricey city center and explore suburbs on a commuter train line for easy city access.
Magnificent Mile
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Chicago Loop
Budget
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: 15 hotels from $58
Luxury
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Hotels with best location in Chicago
Location score is based on the places you will visit combined with the best areas to stay
Luxury
Proximity  9.9
The Penthouse at Grand Plaza
Magnificent Mile
Guest rating
Proximity  9.8
theWit Chicago, A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Chicago Loop
Guest rating
Proximity  9.8
Virgin Hotels Chicago
Chicago Loop
Guest rating
Proximity  9.8
Acme Hotel Company Chicago
Magnificent Mile
Guest rating
Mid-range
Proximity  9.8
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile
Guest rating
Proximity  9.7
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown
Magnificent Mile
Guest rating
Proximity  9.6
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North
Magnificent Mile
Guest rating
Proximity  9.6
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk
Chicago Loop
Guest rating
Budget
Proximity  9.4
Kasa River North Chicago
Magnificent Mile
Guest rating
Proximity  9.2
Sonder Jewelers Row
Chicago Loop
Guest rating
Proximity  9.2
Stunning Modern Apartments with Panoramic Views of Lake Michigan
Magnificent Mile
Proximity  9.2
21 East - Chic DT Apts with Rooftop by Zencity
Magnificent Mile
Apartments
Proximity  9.5
3BR Stunning Spacious Sky Loft Indoor Pool, Parking & Incredible Views
Chicago Loop
Proximity  9.3
Wonderful 2BR River North Apt close to Restaurants
Magnificent Mile
Proximity  9.2
ENVITAE 3BR Luxury Corner Loft with Navy Pier Views
Chicago Loop
Proximity  8.8
2BR Brand New Executive Luxury Suite w/ Rooftop Pool, Gym and Balcony by ENVITAE
Downtown Chicago
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