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1. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Best Western Grant Park Hotel
2.5 star property
The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,745 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is great close to many things."
United States
Melissa
The price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
Exterior

2. Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago
4.0 star property
The Loop, 12.6 km from Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,163 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay and a delicious breakfast."
United States
Lori
The price is NZ$452
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hilton Chicago
Lobby

3. Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 star property
The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (10,328 reviews)
"Good place to stay location is amazing can’t get any better"
United States
Manuel
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Congress Plaza Hotel
Pool

4. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
3.0 star property
The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,169 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Dhannetta
The price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
Lobby

5. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile
3.0 star property
Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,363 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and the staff was great"
United States
Odessia
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile
Terrace/patio

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

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 14.5 km from Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,699 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Ashraf
The price is NZ$601
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

7. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
2.0 star property
The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,843 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Matthew
The price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Lobby

8. Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Le Méridien Essex Chicago
4.0 star property
The Loop, 12.5 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"This hotel was perfect. Room was a great size, clean, very friendly staff. Perfect for our work trip!"
United States
amanda
The price is NZ$493
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Le Méridien Essex Chicago
Rooftop terrace

9. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago
4.0 star property
Theatre District, 13.7 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,754 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Tamika
The price is NZ$546
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area

10. LIVN - West Loop Chicago

LIVN - West Loop Chicago
4.0 star property
13.6 km from Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Tomas
The price is NZ$412
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
LIVN - West Loop Chicago
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner | Private kitchen

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
3.0 star property
The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,463 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, quick valet, and a decent breakfast"
United States
AMBER
The price is NZ$424
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
Front of property

12. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
4.0 star property
The Loop, 13 km from Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,275 reviews)
"good location. airport shuttle service would have been nice."
United States
Ann
The price is NZ$522
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
Room service – dining

13. The Wade

The Wade
4.5 star property
Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,067 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Allison
The price is NZ$394
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
The Wade
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,581 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Madelyn
The price is NZ$362
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
Exterior

15. Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District
3.0 star property
Theatre District, 13.6 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay, super clean"
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$425
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District
Exterior

16. LIVN - Millennium Park Downtown Chicago

LIVN - Millennium Park Downtown Chicago
4.0 star property
Theatre District, 13.6 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (167 reviews)
"The place was really nice."
United States
Marielle
The price is NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
LIVN - Millennium Park Downtown Chicago
Nightclub

17. Central Loop Hotel

Central Loop Hotel
4.0 star property
Theatre District, 13.5 km from Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,291 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Yiyang
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Central Loop Hotel
Exterior

18. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 star property
Streeterville, 15.6 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,904 reviews)
"Great place to stay and close to everything"
Canada
Jeremy
The price is NZ$365
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Exterior

19. The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 15.1 km from Essex
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,132 reviews)
"The hotel was well located and beautiful."
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
Lunch, dinner and brunch served

20. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

Hyatt Place Chicago/River North
3.5 star property
River North, 14.8 km from Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,924 reviews)
"Great place, comfortable beds, excellent location and wonderful breakfast buffet."
United States
Shoma
The price is NZ$447
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hyatt Place Chicago/River North
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Our guide on where to stay in Essex

Find the best Essex areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Essex
Learn more about Essex
A busy city street with tall buildings, a bus, and cars.

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.

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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Photo by © City of Chicago
Open Photo by © City of Chicago

Magnificent Mile

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

A city street with a train passing overhead, cars, pedestrians, and a red brick building.

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.

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.

Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Essex

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago

8/10 Good
"The room was very clean, the staff nice and attentive."
Ashlee 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hyatt Regency Chicago

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Essex?
Essex is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants, beaches and shopping.
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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