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Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Columbia College Chicago

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk

Bar

Parking available

Laundry facilities

Gym

Air conditioning

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Self parking
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Front-desk safe
ATM/banking services

Feel at home

Children stay free
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping

R1 932 total

includes taxes & fees

08 Dec - 09 Dec

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Accessible Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

23 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

50 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Queen Room, Interior View

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

18 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

50 sq m
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

23 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

22 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

23 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

26 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Free WiFi

Restaurant

R2 296 total

includes taxes & fees

09 Dec - 10 Dec

About the area

520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

Columbia College Chicago - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Auditorium Building and Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Art Institute of Chicago - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Millennium Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Grant Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 26 min drive
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 32 min drive
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 2 min walk
Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 10 min walk
Millennium Station - 13 min walk
Harrison Station - 5 min walk
Harold Washington Library Station - 6 min walk
Jackson Station (Red Line) - 7 min walk

Restaurants

‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬2 min walk
‪Fontano's Subs - ‬3 min walk
‪Epic Burger - ‬4 min walk
‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬5 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of State Street and Millennium Park. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Also, Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: Harrison Station is 5 minutes and Harold Washington Library Station is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

870 rooms
Arranged over 14 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome

Internet

Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 62.00 per night)

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

What to do

Shopping
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space (50000 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike storage

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Built in 1893
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Bicycle parking
100% renewable energy
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Hand-held showerheads
Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Separate sitting area

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone

Food and drink

Refrigerator

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Tavern Tap - This sports bar serves breakfast only.

Tavern Tap - Onsite sports bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 25.00 per night

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 16 to 23 for adults, and USD 12 to 18 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 59.00 (subject to availability)
Refrigerators are available for an additional charge

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Parking

Uncovered self parking costs USD 62.00 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Congress Plaza Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Congress Plaza Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Congress Plaza Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Congress Plaza Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 62.00 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Congress Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 49.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 59.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Congress Plaza Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (2-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Congress Plaza Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, sailing, and windsurfing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars and a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Congress Plaza Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

Does Congress Plaza Hotel have rooms with private spa tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Congress Plaza Hotel like?

Congress Plaza Hotel is in Downtown Chicago, a short 5-minute walk from Harrison Station and 8 minutes' walk from Millennium Park. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews

7,8

Good

8,0/10

Cleanliness

8,2/10

Staff & service

7,2/10

Amenities

7,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7,4/10

Eco-friendliness