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A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a river.

1. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
The Loop, 14.3 km from Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,870 reviews)
"Great location! Would stay again!"
United States
Sharee
The price is P14,244
P18,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of a cityscape.

2. Hyatt Regency Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago
4.0 star property
The Loop, 14.2 km from Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,485 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a great location!"
United States
Mercy
The price is P15,502
P20,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Hyatt Regency Chicago
A person relaxing on a sofa with a window view of a building, a table with a glass of wine, and a vase with flowers.

3. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

L7 Chicago by LOTTE
4.5 star property
Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,990 reviews)
"A fantastic A+ location in a well kept, boutique type hotel."
United States
Jeffrey Thomas
The price is P12,049
P14,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
L7 Chicago by LOTTE
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall clock, and a window with curtains.

4. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
4.0 star property
The Loop, 13 km from Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,226 reviews)
"The room was clean and the building was nostalgic."
United States
John
The price is P11,388
P13,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
A dining table set for six with a cityscape view through large windows.

5. Swissotel - Chicago

Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 star property
14.2 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,553 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Hilary
The price is P12,537
P17,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Swissotel - Chicago
A modern kitchen with a marble island, fruit bowls, and a city view.

6. Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park
4.5 star property
The Loop, 14.1 km from Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,316 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and great location."
United States
Ruby
The price is P11,683
P16,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a green vine-covered ceiling.

7. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

Hyatt Place Chicago/River North
3.5 star property
River North, 14.8 km from Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,910 reviews)
"Great breakfast, kind staff, clean room"
United States
Iminique
The price is P10,670
P12,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Place Chicago/River North
A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple seating areas, and a pool.

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
4.0 star property
River North, 14.9 km from Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (5,987 reviews)
"I’d stay here again."
United States
Eliana
The price is P10,616
P12,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The Riu Plaza Chicago Hotel facade with a grand entrance, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 14.9 km from Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (5,476 reviews)
"great location, room and breakfast is very good and various"
United States
Denys
The price is P10,069
P13,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The Intercontinental hotel facade with a large American flag and a floral display.

10. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
4.5 star property
Magnificent Mile, 14.7 km from Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,366 reviews)
"Great stay, perfect location would stay again"
United States
Kenan
The price is P13,306
P18,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and potted plants.

11. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
4.5 star property
14.1 km from Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,142 reviews)
"Loved the hotel!"
United States
Shannon
The price is P14,857
P19,604 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
A dining area with a table set for four, large windows offering a cityscape view at dusk.

12. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
4.0 star property
The Loop, 14.3 km from Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,647 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
ShaRona
The price is P12,176
P16,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
A modern building with a black facade and multiple windows. There is a sign for Hilton Garden Inn and a flagpole with flags.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk
3.0 star property
The Loop, 14.2 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,187 reviews)
"Very nice and convenient hotel!"
United States
Nicole
The price is P10,242
P12,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk
A modern building with a colorful facade and a red circular seating area.

14. citizenM Chicago Downtown

citizenM Chicago Downtown
4.0 star property
Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,365 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
United States
Kimberly
The price is P10,670
P12,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
citizenM Chicago Downtown
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, marble flooring, and elegant chandeliers.

15. Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
4.0 star property
Theatre District, 13.7 km from Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,426 reviews)
"Had a great trip, great location, helpful staff."
United States
Haesung
The price is P9,075
P12,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings, including a Hilton hotel.

16. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 star property
Streeterville, 15.6 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5,002 reviews)
"Hotel and staff were very nice."
United States
Vincenzo
The price is P10,083
P11,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a visible entrance.

17. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop
3.0 star property
The Loop, 14 km from Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,662 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Cordula
The price is P13,306
P15,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop
A modern restaurant interior with a green wall, hanging lights, and a long dining area.

18. Hotel 505 River North

Hotel 505 River North
4.5 star property
River North, 14.7 km from Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,930 reviews)
"Loved our stay"
United States
Giana
The price is P11,862
P16,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel 505 River North
A person pouring champagne into a glass near a window overlooking a cityscape with a Ferris wheel.

19. The Wade

The Wade
4.5 star property
Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,131 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay here"
United States
Erin
The price is P8,912
P10,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Wade
A room with two chairs and a small table, a large window with a city view at night.

20. Eurostars Magnificent Mile

Eurostars Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
River North, 15.1 km from Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,949 reviews)
"Fantastic stay"
United States
Will
The price is P9,038
P10,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
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Where to stay in Essex

Find the best Essex areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with tall skyscrapers and a historic tower.

Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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Magnificent Mile

A dazzling array of boutiques, luxury shops, famous department stores and pleasant cafés, where shopaholics can lose themselves for hours.

A river with yellow boats, a bridge, and tall buildings.

The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.

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.

A river with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by green trees and grass.

Lincoln Park

Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile

Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent
"Great location! Safe! Amazing restaurant. Friendly service."
Andrea 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Essex?
Essex is a neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants, beaches, and shopping.
How many hotels are there in Essex?
Expedia has 5 Essex hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Chicago area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essex, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Essex.
What is there to do around this Chicago neighborhood?
ETA Creative Arts Foundation, Stony Island Arts Bank, and Third World Press are just a few of the places to visit in and around Essex. While you're out sightseeing, Oak Woods Cemetery and South Shore Golf Course are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.