East Side
Chicago
Visit East Side
Stay near popular East Side attractions
Things to do
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Top hotels in East Side
River Hotel
"The rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. The staff were very helpful and friendly"
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
"The lobby and bar are beautiful. We did have some issues with the room but the rest of the hotel was great. The bathroom door has been painted so many times that you have to shove it hard to get it to stay shut and unless you have muscles galore you're probably going to be stuck in the bathroom because ..."
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
"We got married here when it was Public Chicago 10 years ago. It’s gone downhill since. The room was not well maintained, they need to be updated. There were stains on the comforter. The shower was very hard to turn on. The pull out couch was very uncomfortable however our bed was very comfortable. ..."
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
"Traveling cross country and stayed at several hotel. This one was on point, from entering the hotel, smelling clean, the staff checking in was great, and the room was clean. I had an awesome stay."
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"Great hotel will stay again"
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
Hilton Chicago
"While the front desk staff was very helpful, housekeeping was a major disappointment. During our four-day stay, we had to repeatedly ask to have our room cleaned. On the day of a wedding, we requested fresh towels and waited over two hours for them to arrive. Because they never came in time, we had ..."
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
Where to stay in East Side
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views, and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Magnificent Mile
Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Magnificent Mile. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
