What's it like in Essex?

Essex is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants, beaches and shopping.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Essex?

Expedia has 5 Essex hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Chicago area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essex, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Essex.

What is there to do around this Chicago neighbourhood?

ETA Creative Arts Foundation, Stony Island Arts Bank and Third World Press are just a few of the places to visit in and around Essex. While you're out sightseeing, Oak Woods Cemetery and South Shore Golf Course are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.

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A modern outdoor seating area with a glass-top table, a fire feature, and a drink.

1. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

Theatre District, 13.7 km from Essex

David

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a bar area, and a seating arrangement.

2. Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Theatre District, 13.6 km from Essex

Christy

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and decorative wooden panels.

3. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Colin

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

4. Le Méridien Essex Chicago

The Loop, 12.5 km from Essex

Caitlin Vania

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pergola, and a view of surrounding high-rise buildings.

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago West Loop Fulton Mkt Area

14.3 km from Essex

Brock

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a red brick building.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Aran

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A cozy room with a sofa, a dining table, and a window with a view of buildings.

7. LIVN - West Loop Chicago

13.6 km from Essex

Tracy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central sofa, multiple seating areas, and a decorative ceiling.

8. Congress Plaza Hotel

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

Ashya

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A street view with a row of parked cars, a building with a sign reading "SONDE," and another sign that says "Diamonds On Parade."

9. LIVN - Millennium Park Downtown Chicago

Theatre District, 13.6 km from Essex

Sergio

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A person relaxing on a sofa with a window view of a building, a table with a glass of wine, and a vase with flowers.

10. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a planter with greenery, and a large brick structure in the background.

11. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 14.5 km from Essex

Angela

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the ocean.

12. Hilton Chicago

The Loop, 12.6 km from Essex

Anna

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a long blue sofa, numbered cushions, and hanging planters.

13. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

The Loop, 13 km from Essex

Sotina

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

The Intercontinental hotel facade with a large American flag and a floral display.

14. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

Magnificent Mile, 14.7 km from Essex

Said Lopez

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A building with a sign reading "111" and "III West Adams Street" indicating a pub and restaurant.

15. Central Loop Hotel

Theatre District, 13.5 km from Essex

Nathan

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, leather sofas, and a view of the cityscape.

16. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

Sandra

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of a cityscape.

17. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 14.2 km from Essex

Addison

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern building with a black facade and multiple windows. There is a sign for Hilton Garden Inn and a flagpole with flags.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

The Loop, 14.2 km from Essex

David

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a view of the sea.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Cynthia

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

20. Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

14.3 km from Essex

Peggy.

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
L7 Chicago by LOTTE	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 5,098 reviews	View
LIVN - West Loop Chicago	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 362 reviews	View
Le Méridien Essex Chicago	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 2,740 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,213 reviews	View

Our guide on where to stay in Essex

Find the best Essex areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Essex

A cityscape with tall skyscrapers and a historic tower.

Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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A busy urban street at dusk with tall buildings, a historic tower, and pedestrians.

Magnificent Mile

An avenue brimming with superb shops and restaurants, the Magnificent Mile more than lives up to its name.

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A river with yellow boats, a bridge, and tall buildings.

The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

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A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.

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.

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A river with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by green trees and grass.

Lincoln Park

Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

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Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Essex

Congress Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel itself is huge with the historic main room being spectacular. Our room was a hike to get to but very clean, newer vinyl flooring, newer paint. We needed a one night stay for an event further south in the city so it was perfect for that. The location is pretty wonderful with Buckingham fountain and the park right outside the front door. What wasn't so great was the front desk personnel. Seemed like they just hated their job. Not quite rude but getting there with my polite simple questions. Also the main restaurant was supposed to be open on Friday night but closed early? The bar area was unappealing so we ended up walking a block to the Conrad Hilton and had a great experience in their bar with food being served until late. Would we stay again? If for a short stay, yes."

Essex Hotels, Chicago

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1. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

2. Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

3. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

4. Le Méridien Essex Chicago

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago West Loop Fulton Mkt Area

6. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

7. LIVN - West Loop Chicago

8. Congress Plaza Hotel

9. LIVN - Millennium Park Downtown Chicago

10. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

11. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

12. Hilton Chicago

13. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

14. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

15. Central Loop Hotel

16. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

17. Hyatt Regency Chicago

18. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

20. Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

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