Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

Hotel
3 stars 

520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Good8,009 verified ratings
7.3

S$ 125

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Sat 20-12
Sun 21-12
Standard Room
1 king bed
S$ 125
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
S$ 126
nightly with fees
1 double bed
S$ 126
nightly with fees
Double room
1 twin bed
S$ 148
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
S$ 166
nightly with fees
2 double beds
S$ 192
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
S$ 617
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
S$ 908
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
S$ 172
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
S$ 188
nightly with fees
1 king bed
S$ 198
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
S$ 132
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
S$ 141
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
S$ 147
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.
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Congress Plaza Hotel Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Congress Plaza Hotel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 13 December 2025.
Originally built to accommodate visitors to the Worlds Colombian Exposition in 1893, the guest rooms and suites of the Congress Plaza Hotel are truly spacious by todays standards. There are a total of...

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Check-in time15:00
Check-out time12:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+1 312 427 3800

Perks and amenities at Congress Plaza Hotel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Congress Plaza Hotel
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

General

  • ATM on-site
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Family rooms
  • Cribs available
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Gift shop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Room service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • No smoking
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Lake view
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Landmark view
  • Laptop safe
  • Express check-out
  • Parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Air-conditioned
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Radio
  • Raised toilet
  • River view
  • Disabled access
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Lift
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Shower cap
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Adapted bath
  • First-aid kit
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Allergy-free room
  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Safe
  • Toothbrush
  • City view
  • Dustbins
  • Coffee machine
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Conditioner
  • Desk
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining table
  • Wardrobe or closet

Activities

  • Bicycle hire
  • Fitness centre
  • Gym

Services

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Beauty salon
  • 24-hour security
  • Conference rooms
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews for Congress Plaza Hotel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Congress Plaza Hotel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 8,009 reviews of Congress Plaza Hotel to date. Review data was last updated on 13 December 2025.
7.3
Good8,009 verified ratings
Pros +
  • Location to Grant park is excellent. (in 50 reviews)
  • Good city view comfy bed (in 172 reviews)
  • The staff was very nice! (in 207 reviews)
Cons -
  • The room had a horrible odor. (in 278 reviews)
  • The room was small and unimpressive. (in 324 reviews)
  • I love the Congress Hotel. (in 8 reviews)
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8.5 Very Good
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good location , clean

Photos of Congress Plaza Hotel

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Explore Loop, Chicago

Congress Plaza Hotel is located at 520 South Michigan Avenue in the Loop neighbourhood of Chicago. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 13 December 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Grant Park

3 mins walk

0.3 km

Art Institute of Chicago

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Millennium Park

13 mins walk

1.1 km

Willis Tower

17 mins walk

1.4 km

Field Museum

3 mins drive

1.7 km

Grant Park

3 mins walk

0.3 km

Art Institute of Chicago

6 mins walk

0.5 km

Millennium Park

13 mins walk

1.1 km

Willis Tower

17 mins walk

1.4 km

Field Museum

3 mins drive

1.7 km

Public Transportation

Union Station

4 mins drive

2.2 km

Union Station

4 mins drive

2.2 km

Rental Cars

S$ 33 daily average

Closest Airports

Chicago Midway Airport

17 mins drive

15.4 km

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

29 mins drive

29.9 km

Chicago Greater Rockford Airport

1 hr 45 mins drive

140.9 km

Chicago Midway Airport

17 mins drive

15.4 km

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

29 mins drive

29.9 km

Chicago Greater Rockford Airport

1 hr 45 mins drive

140.9 km

  • How far is Congress Plaza Hotel from Chicago Riverwalk?

    Congress Plaza Hotel is about 1.5 km from Chicago Riverwalk, one of Chicago’s most popular landmarks.

  • Is Congress Plaza Hotel close to River North?

    Walking distance - there’s 2.4 km between River North and Congress Plaza Hotel.

FAQs when booking at Congress Plaza Hotel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Congress Plaza Hotel. FAQs were last updated on 13 December 2025.
  • How close is Congress Plaza Hotel to the nearest airport, Chicago Midway Airport?

    With a distance of 22.6 km between Congress Plaza Hotel and the nearest airport, Chicago Midway Airport, the drive typically takes about 0h 17m depending on traffic. Be sure to check traffic trends near the hotel and airport as some areas experience higher traffic than others and can increase your expected travel time.

  • How close is Congress Plaza Hotel from the Chicago city centre?

    Congress Plaza Hotel is 0.8 km away from the centre of Downtown, Chicago. Consider visiting United Center, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Congress Plaza Hotel by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Congress Plaza Hotel phone number?

    For assistance regarding your reservation at Congress Plaza Hotel please call +1 312 427 3800.

  • Does Congress Plaza Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Congress Plaza Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre at Congress Plaza Hotel?

    There is a hotel fitness centre accessible to guests of Congress Plaza Hotel. Most hotels do not have 24-hour fitness centres, so be sure to contact the front desk for gym hours and availability.

  • What is the check-out time at Congress Plaza Hotel?

    12:00 is the check-out time at Congress Plaza Hotel. Late check-out may be available, but needs to be agreed with the hotel.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Congress Plaza Hotel, Chicago?

    S$ 44 per night is the best price found recently for a room at Congress Plaza Hotel, with average deals around S$ 139 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see current prices.

  • Is there a restaurant at Congress Plaza Hotel?

    Yes - Congress Plaza Hotel does have a restaurant. The hotel also has a bar.

  • Does Congress Plaza Hotel have a laundry service?

    This accommodation does offer laundry services. There are irons (and ironing boards) at the property too.

  • Does Congress Plaza Hotel offer accessible rooms?

    Yes, Congress Plaza Hotel provides accessible rooms for guests requiring them. Make sure to check the deals available on HotelsCombined for the latest availability.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Congress Plaza Hotel?

    For the best chance to save money on your Congress Plaza Hotel reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (S$ 183).

  • In what area of Chicago is Congress Plaza Hotel located?

    Congress Plaza Hotel is located within the Loop area of Chicago. Utilise the map on this page to understand where Congress Plaza Hotel is in relation to the rest of Chicago.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Congress Plaza Hotel?

    Consider checking into Congress Plaza Hotel on Thursday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of S$ 190).

  • How far is Congress Plaza Hotel from Chicago Riverwalk?

    Congress Plaza Hotel is about 1.5 km from Chicago Riverwalk, one of Chicago’s most popular landmarks.

  • Is Congress Plaza Hotel close to River North?

    Walking distance - there’s 2.4 km between River North and Congress Plaza Hotel.

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