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From Our View, There’s Not Another Downtown Chicago Hotel Like The Essex Inn

For guests of Chicago’s Essex Inn, it’s just a short stroll from our Michigan Avenue location to Grant Park and Millennium Park. The Art Institute, Adler Planetarium, Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Museum of Science and Industry, Willis Tower Skydeck and John Hancock Observatory are all nearby, as well. Make sure to ask about available guest passes for many of these attractions when booking overnight room accommodations.

In spring, guests can enjoy the blooming flowers and the rush of Buckingham Fountain. In summer, guests are free to walk to the likes of Taste of Chicago, Lollapalooza and Blues Fest. In fall, they can run to the start of the Chicago Marathon down the street. In winter, there’s sledding by Soldier Field. Our complimentary shuttle services Magnificent Mile shopping year-round. When you stay with us, you’re the center of attention.

Essex Inn Chicago

A Chicago hotel for the business traveler

Hotels near McCormick Place in Chicago are top-of-mind with business travelers. And Chicago’s Essex Inn is always atop that list. We’re one of the closest hotels to the McCormick Place Convention Center without being right on their property.

Our business center is open 24 hours a day and is equipped with desktop computer workstations, high-speed Internet access and a printer. A copier with supplies is also available for use. A convenient laptop station offers users free connectivity. Hi-speed wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel for a fee. A FAX machine for both incoming and outgoing communications is located behind the Front Desk.

Guest rooms have telephones with voicemail, coffeemakers with complimentary coffee and sleek desks to go with the wireless Internet access, so business travelers can work from the comfort of their own room.

As we are a hotel in downtown Chicago, entertaining business associates has never been easier. Our knowledgeable staff can help business travelers select the perfect restaurant or activity to entertain clients.

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A hotel for families visiting Chicago

Whether you’re looking for a Chicago hotel by the beach or a Chicago hotel by Soldier Field to catch a Bears game , the Essex Inn can accommodate your family. In fact, our Family Room features two separate bedrooms, the first bedroom has a queen bed and the adjoining second bedroom has two double beds.

Another option is our Double Suite that has one bedroom with two double beds, a separate living room with a queen-size sleeper sofa and the option to connect to an adjoining King Deluxe room. Best yet, as part of our family friendly atmosphere, there are no room charges for children 17 and younger occupying the same room as their parents.

Kids love our year-round pool. Plus, the Grant Park Skate Park is just a few blocks away! We’re also not far from the Burnham Skate Park at 31st Street and Lake Shore Drive. The McCormick Tribune Ice Rink at Millennium Park is just down Michigan Avenue and it’s free if you have your own skates!

The Museum Campus is just a hop, skip and a jump from our front door. Contact reservations and ask about creating a Chicago hotel family package just for your crew.

Essex Inn Chicago

A Chicago hotel for international travelers

At the Essex Inn, you will find more than just a stylish, clean, affordable, secure and centrally-located hotel—you’ll find us. We are a staff that has worked at this Chicago hotel for years and lived in the city all our lives. Need anything? Give us a minute and we’ll give you the moon.

We can also provide:

  • Affordable hotel packages that include guest passes to famous Chicago attractions.
  • A convenient location that’s close to public transportation.
  • In-room wireless Internet access
  • Luggage storage on the day of checkout
  • Laundry room with supplies and coin-operated machines
  • ATM/banking in the lobby
  • Available valet and dry cleaning services
  • A safe-deposit box
  • Non-smoking rooms and hypoallergenic bedding
  • Limited number of smoking rooms available
  • Refrigerators
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Chicago's Essex Inn    800 South Michigan Avenue   Chicago, IL 60605   phone: (312) 939-2800    toll free: (800) 621-6909
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