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Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 star property
Fuel up for your day exploring downtown Chicago’s iconic landmarks like Museum of Contemporary Photography while indulging in an ideal blend of convenience, dining options.

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Junior Suite, City View | City view
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Junior Suite, City View | Living area | TV
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside | Living room | TV

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(156 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(424 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(96 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(432 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Auditorium Building and Theatre - 2 min walk
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 6 min walk
  • Millennium Park - 8 min walk
  • Michigan Avenue - 11 min walk
  • Grant Park - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 26 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 32 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 10 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 13 min walk
  • Harrison Station - 5 min walk
  • Harold Washington Library Station - 6 min walk
  • Jackson Station (Red Line) - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fontano's Subs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of State Street and Millennium Park. After visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Also, Michigan Avenue and Art Institute of Chicago are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: Harrison Station is 5 minutes and Harold Washington Library Station is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 870 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 62.00 per night)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (50000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1893
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness centre
  • Bike parking
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Tavern Tap – This sports bar only serves breakfast.
Tavern Tap – On-site sports bar. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 16 to 23 for adults and USD 12 to 18 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 59.00 (subject to availability)
  • Fridges are available for an additional charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs USD 62.00 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Congress Hotel
Congress Hotel Plaza
Congress Plaza
Congress Plaza Chicago
Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago
Hotel Congress Plaza
Plaza Congress Hotel
Congress Hotel Chicago
Congress Plaza Hotel Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago
Congress Plaza Hotel Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Does Congress Plaza Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Congress Plaza Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Congress Plaza Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Congress Plaza Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 62.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Congress Plaza Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 49.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 59.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Congress Plaza Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (2-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Congress Plaza Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, sailing and windsurfing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as 2 bars and a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Congress Plaza Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
Does Congress Plaza Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Congress Plaza Hotel like?
Congress Plaza Hotel is in Downtown Chicago, a short 5-minute walk from Harrison Station and 8 minutes' walk from Millennium Park. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Kim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great location and easy access to subway stations
I'm so glad I booked with Congress Plaza. Every time I come to Chicago I always pass this hotel. So I figured I'd give it a try. Check into the hotel was super efficient and easy. Front desk was very accommodating at anytime that I had a question or concern. The room that I had was very big. Tall ceilings, clean linens. The building itself is older but it is well maintained and renovated. Upon checking out, I was unable to get my room safe unlocked. So I called front desk to get it unlocked. Within a couple of minutes, security was able to help and assist. I will definitely book again at the Congress because of easy walking access to the train station and right in the heart of Chicago Loop.
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

It's definitely clear the property is older, but it still has charm. Heat was turned up too high and was difficult to turn off, but the staff was very helpful. Overall, the stay was good.
Anita, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Jackson, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The first night my room was freezing cold. The heat was blowing cold air and I have stayed here before no problems before. Called they gave us a space heater. The next day we just sitting and talking the power goes out in our room because of the space heater I guess and we had to wait 30 minutes before the light came back on. The longer we waited the colder the room hot and it got cold fast. The maintenance man said our window was broken and it wasn’t safe for us to stay in the room anymore and the space heater wasn’t safe either. Eventually they gave us a better room after the whole ordeal but I feel like it could’ve easily been avoided instead just offering us a space heater.
Lauryn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

10 outta 10 no notes
My partner and I decided on a last minute weekend trip, and I'm so pleased with our decision to stay at the Congress Plaza. The hotel itself was absolutely beautiful- but the team was so kind and accomodating. We ate in the lounge and requested a late check out. We will definitely be back!
Rosette, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carl, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tara, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Isabel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

tyrell, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Congress Plaza Hotel is a dump.
This place is a dump. The bathtub was rusty, uncomfortable beds and pillows. The staff is lazy, the bar tender didn’t even want to leave the bar to attend the rest of the lounge people eating. This place isn’t cheap and what its charge and how the place actually looks are two different things. Will never stay there again and the city of Chicago should close it down.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Stuart, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mia Amor G, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chicago
Our stay was wonderful. The price was right.
Deborah, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

agustin, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

rashanda, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Worth it for the money
Older hotel, but with modern amenities. We came for a quick overnight visit and chose it for price and location. Parking is a short walk away from the main hotel entrance. The history is evident in the hotel. Our room was so hot we had to open the window to cool off. The toilet was running, but a quick jiggle of the handle fixed it. Our chief complaint was that hallway noise and smell came into the room quickly. For a hotel with no smoking, it sure smelled a lot like weed at times.
Harlan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

No thanks.
We checked in and checked back out within about 10 minutes. Parking was sketchy and the hotel, while lovely in the lobby, felt a little like the Shining when we got up to the rooms. Hotel not kept up nicely over the years. Husband got stuck in the bathroom when the door wedged him in.
Megan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Emily, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Sharon, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Marlon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sabrina, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Panacea, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review