Congress Plaza Hotel - Chicago, USA

Address: 520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605 (show map)

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Congress Plaza Hotel is 2 star hotel with 852 rooms and the facilities of Family Rooms and Pets Allowed. Congress Plaza Hotel has 3.50 mark for overall hotel rating at TripTake. (4.70 for Location, 2.70 for Rooms, 3.50 for Service, 3.20 for Value). The hotel is recommended for Young single. This is a budget hotel with the rates from 67 USD to 109 USD. Congress Plaza Hotel is one of the recommended hotels under 100 USD near Chicago College Prfrmng Arts, it is also not far from Roosevelt University and American Floral Art School.

Congress Plaza Hotel details: This downtown Chicago hotel, adjacent to Grant Park, is 2 blocks from The Art Institute of Chicago. It offers Lake Michigan and Buckingham Fountain views, on-site dining and comfortable rooms.

Originally built in 1893, the Congress Plaza Hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, including a 24-hour gym.

Every room features a flat-screen cable TV with pay-per-view movies and in-room safes. The warm colored rooms have a coffee maker and are decorated with black furniture. Room service is available.

Guests can take advantage of 2 on-site restaurants, serving American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel also features an on-site lounge, complete with flat-screen TVs.

Congress Plaza Hotel is 2 blocks from Chicago Symphony Orchestra and a subway station. It is within 1 mile of Willis Tower, Shedd Aquarium and Field Museum.

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.

Location

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.

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Rooms

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.

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Dining

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.

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Hotel policies

Check-In

15:00

Check-Out

12:00

Cancellation

First night will be charged on your credit card from the reservation center Sarah Tours America, at the confirmation and 1 day prior your check- in date Sarah Tours America will charge you the whole amount of your stay ( tax included). For no show a

Children

All children are welcome.
Up to three children under 17 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
One older child or adult is charged USD 25 per night in an extra bed.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Pre-pay

100 percent of the first night will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.

Extra charges

15.4 % Tax is not included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 33 per day.

Dining

Breakfast is not included, breakfast menu is available and costs vary.

Internet

Wi-fi is available in public areas and costs USD 7.75 per 24 hours.
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 9.95 per 24 hours.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The location was amazing. The staff was exceptional. The hotel was clean and being renovated.. Read review
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Travel information

The airport shuttle is available from 4:00 AM until 10:00 PM, and must be reserved in advance. (USD 46 - 1 person, USD 34 - 2 persons round trip)
The nearest subway (CTA) is 4 blocks from the hotel; the nearest train station (Amtrack) is 1 1/2 miles from the hotel; the nearest bus station (Greyhound) is 3 mi. from the hotel.

Chicago Transit Authority from Airports (Train):
From O’Hare: Take the Blue Line to the “Jackson” stop and exit underground train station. Walk South 2 blocks to Congress Parkway, then 3 blocks East to the hotel.

From Midway: Take the Orange Line to the “Library” stop and exit the elevated train platform. Walk South 1 block to Congress Parkway, then 2 blocks East to the hotel.

Directions:

From the South on the Dan Ryan Expressway - I-90/94
Exit at Congress Parkway downtown. Follow Congress Parkway to Michigan Avenue. Turn right on Michigan Avenue. The Congress Plaza Hotel is on the corner.

From the North on the Kennedy Expressway - I-90/94
Follow to Congress Parkway East. Follow Congress Parkway to Michigan Avenue. Turn right on Michigan Avenue. The Congress Plaza Hotel is on the corner.

From the West on the Eisenhower Expressway - I-290
Follow to Congress Parkway East to Michigan Avenue. Follow Congress Parkway to Michigan Avenue. Turn right on Michigan Avenue. The Congress Plaza Hotel is on the corner.

Driving South on Lake Shore Drive - Route #41
Stay in right lane, exit at Randolph onto Michigan Avenue. Turn left on Michigan Avenue and keep straight seven blocks to corner of Congress Parkway and Michigan Avenue. The Congress Plaza Hotel is on the corner.

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4.4
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Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011

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The view of the lake was magnificent, seeing the Navy Pier Fireworks from our window was fantastic.

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3.7
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Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011

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4.2

Their ability to source economic limos to the airport etc and very helpful information desk - great food at the hotel restaurants - friendly bartender at the lounge - amazing first floor.

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3.4

Fabulous view of Lake from room, i loved the location of the hotel and interesting and well preserved old building. Concierge staff very helpful and accommodating, comfortable beds. Good restaurant.

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3.4

Good location, comfortable room.

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3.4
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Okay

Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011