Congress Plaza Hotel

Located on a picturesque setting adjacent to Grant Park, the hotel is ideal for visitors wanting a taste of Chicago.

Congress Plaza Hotel, a historic Chicago hotel on Michigan Avenue, was originally designed and built to accommodate visitors to the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893.

Over the years, this 14-story property has catered to the nation's President's, foreign dignitaries, opera performers, stage and movie celebrities, business travelers, and a multitude of conventions.

Rooms: 852

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – 24-Hour Front Desk – Non-Smoking Rooms – Elevator

Activities

Games Room

Services

Room Service – Meeting/Banquet Facilities – Airport Shuttle – Business Centre – Dry Cleaning – Barber/Beauty Shop – Souvenirs/Gift Shop – Shoe Shine

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas and costs USD 7.50 per 24 hours.

Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 9.75 per 24 hours.

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible at a location nearby and costs USD 32.00 per day.

Hotel information

Many guests have found the features of this Chicago hotel to be beneficial. While the layout of this property lends itself to groups arriving for a big game, the location is ideal for frequenting the Museum Campus.

Business travelers will enjoy the wireless internet connection in the lobby, and shoppers will love the proximity to stores on State Street and Michigan Avenue. Families are excited to view Buckingham Fountain, with the lake in the background. Architecture enthusiasts will gaze in awe at the mosaic tiles on the ceiling of our lobby. History buffs can peruse the spots where famous Presidents addressed their legions of supporters.

Food & beverage

For dining and entertainment, Congress Plaza Hotel features two restaurants and a lounge. The Gazebo Restaurant serves American favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual environment. (Open daily from 6:30 am - 10:30 pm). Rafael's offers the same cuisine in a more intimate atmosphere. (Open daily from 11 am to 10.30 pm). Tavern Tap Lounge is a great place to greet old friends and watch your favorite team on the big screen. Room service is available for the travelers that prefer to watch the big game in their guest room.

Room information

The guestrooms and suites of the Congress Plaza Hotel are truly spacious by today's standards, and many overlook the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan. Over half of our 850-room downtown Chicago accommodations have multiple bedding, perfect for families or extra occupants.

Area information

Congress Plaza is nicely situated for our business and meeting travelers! Sears Tower, LaSalle Street, the Chicago Board of Trade, and city, county, federal and state government offices are just three to eight blocks from our perfect corner.

It is just a short stroll from the hotel to the Loop with Marshall Fields and Carson Pirie Scott, among the many stores you will want to include in your shopping plans. And, it is also a very short walk to The Art Institute of Chicago, the Harold Washington Library, Symphony Center, and the Auditorium Theatre.

From the corner in the heart of Chicago's Culture Coast, you can hop a cab up the avenue to the Magnificent Mile of world-class stores, shops, restaurants, and the excitement of Navy Pier with its 17-story Ferris Wheel, the Children's Museum, shops, live music stages, and great restaurants.

Important information

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

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Making your reservation

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