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Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Columbia College Chicago

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Banquet hall
Exterior detail
Living area
Lobby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Experience the vibrant energy of Chicago at Congress Plaza Hotel, where shopping and dining meet. Enjoy a meal at one of the two on-site restaurants, unwind with a coffee or cocktail from the coffee shop/cafe or 2 bars, and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Guests rave about this hotel's central location near Auditorium Building and Theatre.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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 current price is HK$1,472
HK$1,728 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Junior Suite, City View

Highlights

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

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Living room

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(133 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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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(65 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
(188 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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(474 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(115 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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(499 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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The price is HK$908
HK$1,066 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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About the area

Map
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

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

  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fontano's Pizza and Subs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mercat a la Planxa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kitty O'Sheas - ‬3 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 Lake Michigan 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

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 870 rooms
    • Arranged over 14 floors

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

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

Children

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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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

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
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Special features

Dining

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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
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

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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.

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Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Lobby
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lovely hotel, room was clean with comfy bed and great facilities. would definitely stay here again
Emma, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Love the location, you can walk everywhere!
Laura, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good for vacations
Reggie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location!
Danielle, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Excellent location and friendly staff…
Shannon, 5-night trip

8/10 Good

Outstanding location
Dennis, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Friendly staff, clean rooms, huge hotel. Good location
Cynthia, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully renovated hotel, big rooms and right in the centre of town ...
Ken, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

we stay here for family trips. great location. lots of attractions within walking distance
kenneth, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Terrific location and decent parking.
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I love the location.
Jose, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

location is perfect for family
Bernadette, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Location is good.
Villa, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

will stay again
Tizhon, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was pleasant and room was a good size with a walk in closet
DeJuwuan, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel was beautiful
Dana, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location! Rooms are newly renovated and nice.
Megan, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location. Hotel seems a bit dated
Elke, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Was amazing experience!!
Alejandro, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Had so much fun at lolla and the hotel was a help!
Rogelio, 5-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location
Bijeeta, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Great value and location. The staff is well train and very friendly
Leon, 5-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly and inviting place to stay. Thank you
Jaclyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I loved the stay
Brody, 3-night trip