West Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Garfield Park Conservatory showing a garden
West Side
Garfield Park Conservatory featuring landscape views, a park and autumn leaves
Garfield Park Conservatory showing a park and interior views
Garfield Park Conservatory featuring a garden and interior views

Where to stay in West Side

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West Loop

Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.

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West Town

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.

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Near West Side

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Racine Station or Polk Station (Pink Line) to get around town.

Near West Side
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Wicker Park

Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.

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Little Village

While you're strolling through Little Village, you may want to check out the bars and art galleries. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Central Park Station (Pink Line) or California Station (Pink Line).

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Fulton Market

Though Fulton Market may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Michigan Avenue and United Center.

Fulton Market
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

3.5 out of 5
25 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$306 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$306
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,265 reviews)
"Excellent stay"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
506 West Harrison Street, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$319 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$319
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Its was very nice and pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
The Emily Hotel

The Emily Hotel

4 out of 5
311 North Morgan Street, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$624 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$624
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,125 reviews)
"The emily hotel is a cute little hotel with amovue theater on the roof. Very convenient to the abundance of restaurants in the west loop fulton market area."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

The Emily Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop

3.5 out of 5
1436 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a nightclub, a fitness center, and concierge services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"Sonder By Marriott Was In A Great Location, Near Many Walkable Stores & Restaurants In The West Loop. The Studio Was Spacious With A Fully Functional Kitchen Space With Full Fridge. The Only Downside To The Space Was During A 3 Day Get Away The Elevator Was Out Of Service The Entire Time. This Wouldn’t ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Burnham Apartments Loop

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Burnham Apartments Loop

3.5 out of 5
555 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, concierge services, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (195 reviews)
"Easy access to so much of what Chicago has to offer. Comfortable, clean. Please provide instructions on how to use the washer/dryer combo as it is not intuitive."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Burnham Apartments Loop
The Neighborhood Hotel-Little Italy

The Neighborhood Hotel-Little Italy

4 out of 5
1431 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions United Center and Grant Park are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
"This property is beautiful and amazing. It truly feels like a modern apartment versus a hotel. Only downside is availability for parking."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

The Neighborhood Hotel-Little Italy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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