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Congress Plaza Hotel

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

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

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 center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $122
includes taxes & fees
$104 per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2025

Room options

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

Accessible Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 251 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room, Interior View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Queen Room, Interior View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Family Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 538 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 251 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 237 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 251 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 278 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Auditorium Building and Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Millennium Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grant Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 26 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 32 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. 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 just a 10-minute walk of State Street and Millennium Park. After visiting the fitness center 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 travelers 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

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 onsite self parking (USD 62.00 per night)

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)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 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 center
  • Bicycle parking
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • 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 drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

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 serves breakfast only.
Tavern Tap - Onsite sports bar. Open select 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 check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 59.00 (subject to availability)
  • Refrigerators 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 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 to 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 onsite 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 like cycling, sailing, and windsurfing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars and a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Congress Plaza Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does Congress Plaza Hotel have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
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. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great rates and clean rooms
It's not a flashy hotel. In fact it's rather old school. But it's clean and the rates are very reasonable. If I ever come back to Chicago I'll be staying here again.
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice older hotel
Great older hotel thats walking distance to soldier field and museums.
douglas, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Room clean , bed was comfortable, bell man was great, elevator was quick! Great Location Museum Campus, Soldiers Field, Grant Park….etc
Julian, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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

8/10 Very Good

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

8/10 Very Good

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

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Continental Breakfast was a nightmare!!
Sherry, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Congress hotel is the best
I love staying at the Congress hotel whenever I’m in Chicago
Elegant lobby of the hotel
Keith, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Stay Option in Chicago !!
We had a great experience. Being on the 8th floor gave us a great view of the city. We love the food options available in the area, which are within walking distance.
KARFAR, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very Good

Nathan, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Our stay was good. We were in close walking distance to many restaurants and activities. The beds were not comfortable, room was semi clean and we were there for one night.
Melissa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

It was continently located but no onsite parking.
Jeff, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Staff was nowhere to be found
Stayed at the Congress plaza hotel a for 3 nights and the service was pretty terrible. It took us 30 minutes to get checked in because there wasn’t anyone at the front desk. House keeping came day 3 of our 3 night stay, took all the washcloths and didn’t leave any clean ones. I went to get a drink from the bar to take up to my room and there wasn’t anyone to be found for a good 10 minutes. While the hotel itself is historic, it felt like I was staying at the overlook hotel from “The Shining” as there wasn’t any staff to be found.
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Xmas trip 2024=
a very economical The Congress is an old hotel. The mgmt appear to be doing their best to maintain what was once a queen of Chicago hotels. My room was small by current standards but very comfortable. At –5below wind chill outdoors my room was warm. The shower/toilet small but adequate. The complimentary breakfast was nothing exceptional but I was impress by the attendant. She appeared to care for what the customer was wanting/needing.
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very Good

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

8/10 Very Good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

Meh
It's an old hotel, lots of character, but you can hear your neighbors. The room was hot, but you could open the windows And the bar was not well stocked. But comfortable beds and reasonable price.
PATRICIA, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Hotel was fine except for the fact that they served expired milk and food at breakfast
Christopher, 3-night trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"The location and restaurants inside were very good."
Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM