Cheap Hotels in Chicago

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7.8
Very good
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1.3 km from City Centre500 m from Grant Park
Rooftop GardenIndoor TrackIrish Pub
  • 1927 landmark with lake views
  • Rooftop apiary and garden
  • 1/18-mile indoor running track
FromC$ 166 /nightSelect
8.8
Great
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1.7 km from City Centre500 m from Chicago Theater
Rooftop PoolFitness CenterCraft Bar
  • Rooftop pool with stunning skyline views
  • Spacious suites with kitchenettes and living area
  • Hot breakfast with waffles and eggs
FromC$ 152 /nightSelect
8.5
Great
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1.8 km from City Centre800 m from Chicago Theater
Beatrix RestaurantInteractive LobbyLEED Certified
  • On-site Beatrix restaurant with local cuisine
  • Interactive lobby with live music
  • LEED-certified sustainable urban hotel
FromC$ 157 /nightSelect
7.4
Very good
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1.4 km from City Centre600 m from Grant Park
Fitness CentreBusiness CenterValet Parking
  • Across from Grant Park & Museum Campus
  • On-site Mei's Kitchen Asian dining
  • Accessibility features for disabled guests
FromC$ 120 /nightSelect
8.5
Great
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1.9 km from City Centre800 m from Michigan Avenue
Free ParkingComplimentary Breakfast24-Hour Security
  • Free downtown on-site parking
  • Retro Americana vintage decor
  • Complimentary breakfast included
FromC$ 116 /nightSelect
8.6
Great
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1.8 km from City Centre700 m from Chicago Theater
Indoor PoolValet ParkingComplimentary Breakfast
  • Spacious suites for families
  • Complimentary waffle breakfast
  • Year-round indoor pool
FromC$ 130 /nightSelect
8.3
Great
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1.8 km from City Centre600 m from Chicago Theater
Indoor PoolBill's RestaurantBusiness Center
  • On-site restaurant with award-winning burgers
  • Indoor pool and hot tub
  • Two-bedroom suites for families
FromC$ 189 /nightSelect
8.5
Great
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2.4 km from City Centre400 m from Michigan Avenue
Fitness CentreBusiness CentreEvent Spaces
  • Hot & cold complimentary breakfast
  • 24-hour fitness center on site
  • Near Northwestern Memorial Hospital
FromC$ 194 /nightSelect
7.3
Very good
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1.2 km from City Centre600 m from Buckingham Memorial Fountain
Two RestaurantsBeach AccessMeeting Rooms
  • Two on-site restaurants offering diverse cuisines
  • One block from Millennium Park
  • Suites with wet bar & fridge
FromC$ 106 /nightSelect
8.2
Great
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800 m from City Centre700 m from Chicago Union Station
Indoor PoolFitness CentreBusiness Center
  • Text-based guest concierge
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Customizable breakfast burrito bar
FromC$ 174 /nightSelect
8.6
Great
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1.0 km from City Centre500 m from Art Institute of Chicago
Theatre EntranceFitness CenterBusiness Center
  • Private entrance to CIBC Theatre
  • Historic 1906 Beaux-Arts charm
  • Daily guest of the day perks
FromC$ 152 /nightSelect
8.4
Great
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3.0 km from City Centre400 m from Old Water Tower Chicago
Rooftop PoolAll-Suite RoomsOn-Site Dining
  • Heated rooftop pool with panoramic views
  • All-suite rooms with separate living areas
  • On-site Southern and Japanese cuisines
FromC$ 166 /nightSelect
8.7
Great
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1.8 km from City Centre700 m from Chicago Theater
Ema Restaurant24hr MarketEvent Space
  • Zagat-rated on-site restaurant
  • 24-hour market for snacks
  • Meeting spaces with cutting-edge AV
FromC$ 143 /nightSelect
7.2
Very good
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2.5 km from City Centre200 m from Michigan Avenue
Rooftop PoolFitness CenterValet Parking
  • Rooftop pool with skyline views
  • 40th-floor fitness with city views
  • Steps from Magnificent Mile
FromC$ 152 /nightSelect
7.9
Very good
Marble BathroomsKirei RestaurantMeeting Rooms
  • Fortune's top small US hotel
  • Innovative Asian cuisine at Kirei
  • Steps from Magnificent Mile shopping
FromC$ 116 /nightSelect
7.1
Very good
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1.9 km from City Centre800 m from Michigan Avenue
Rooftop PoolFamily SuitesPizzeria
  • Rooftop heated indoor pool
  • On-site pizzeria with deep-dish
  • Family suites with living areas
FromC$ 120 /nightSelect
7.9
Very good
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3.0 km from City Centre700 m from McCormick Place
Rooftop BarIndoor PoolMeeting Rooms
  • Direct access to McCormick Place
  • Rooftop bar with lake views
  • Walking distance to Chinatown
FromC$ 216 /nightSelect
8.3
Great
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9.4 km from City Centre1.5 km from University of Chicago
Indoor PoolFitness CenterGuest Kitchen
  • Free shuttle to University of Chicago
  • Supports University of Chicago campus
  • Spacious suites with two bathrooms
FromC$ 177 /nightSelect
8.5
Great
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3.0 km from City Centre700 m from McCormick Place
Indoor PoolFitness CenterMeeting Rooms
  • Indoor skybridge to McCormick Place
  • On-site Starbucks for coffee
  • Rooftop breakfast with city views
FromC$ 221 /nightSelect
8.1
Great
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900 m from City Centre700 m from Chicago Union Station
Event SpacesDine RestaurantFitness Centre
  • Corner balcony king suites with city views
  • Wine and beer receptions for guests
  • Historic building with old Chicago feel
FromC$ 404 /nightSelect
7.6
Very good
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6.3 km from City Centre1.9 km from Wrigley Field
Fitness AccessShuttle ServiceNespresso Machine
  • Historic rock 'n' roll legacy
  • Free shuttle to Wrigley Field
  • Complimentary LA Fitness access
FromC$ 107 /nightSelect
8.3
Great
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900 m from City Centre600 m from Chicago Theater
Full KitchenMeeting SpaceGourmet Restaurant
  • AAA Four Diamond Award
  • All-suites with full kitchens
  • On-site rotisserie restaurant
FromC$ 244 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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700 m from City Centre800 m from Chicago Union Station
Athletic ClubBusiness CentreGuest Lounge
  • Lake Michigan views from 40th floor
  • Adults-only pool and athletic club
  • Historic Stock Exchange building
FromC$ 174 /nightSelect
8.0
Great
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1.6 km from City Centre300 m from Chicago Theater
Lobby BarFree BreakfastFitness Center
  • Historic Art Deco building
  • Art Deco lobby bar
  • Custom breakfast with to-go bags
FromC$ 338 /nightSelect
9.1
Perfect
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2.3 km from City Centre200 m from Michigan Avenue
Kitchenette SuitesRooftop SushiSmart Technology
  • Suites with full kitchenettes
  • Rooftop sushi restaurant
  • Keyless entry and smart lights
FromC$ 177 /nightSelect
8.2
Great
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2.1 km from City Centre500 m from Michigan Avenue
Indoor PoolValet ParkingItalian Restaurant
  • Complimentary evening reception with drinks
  • Spacious suites with separate living areas
  • Italian restaurant with 3-course menu
FromC$ 208 /nightSelect
7.8
Very good
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1.9 km from City Centre900 m from Michigan Avenue
FromC$ 40 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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14.1 km from City Centre200 m from Loyola Station
Rooftop TerraceValet ParkingFitness Center
  • Rooftop terrace with Lake Michigan views
  • Steps from Loyola University & CTA
  • Complimentary hot breakfast with omelettes
FromC$ 184 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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7.6 km from City Centre1000 m from Wrigley Field
Interior CourtyardGlass-Enclosed Hot TubTwo-Bedroom Suites
  • Boutique-style with lush courtyard
  • Steps from Wrigley Field
  • Spacious two-bedroom suites
FromC$ 182 /nightSelect
8.7
Great
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3.0 km from City Centre700 m from McCormick Place
Skywalk AccessRooftop BarSpin2 Cycle
  • Direct skywalk to McCormick Place
  • Rooftop bar with lake views
  • Spin2 Cycle fitness/laundry area
FromC$ 228 /nightSelect
6.0
Nice
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3.6 km from City Centre1.4 km from McCormick Place
Gated ParkingSpa BathsBusiness Center
  • Free gated parking included
  • In-room spa baths
  • 24-hour business center
FromC$ 146 /nightSelect
8.2
Great
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2.0 km from City Centre500 m from Michigan Avenue
Indoor PoolWeber GrillBusiness Center
  • Indoor pool with skyline views
  • On-site Weber Grill Restaurant
  • In-room fitness kits
FromC$ 184 /nightSelect
8.3
Great
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2.0 km from City Centre500 m from Michigan Avenue
Rooftop PoolFull KitchenFitness Center
  • Rooftop pool with city views
  • Full kitchen in every suite
  • Complimentary evening social
FromC$ 230 /nightSelect
8.1
Great
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2.4 km from City Centre400 m from Michigan Avenue
Indoor PoolFitness CenterBilliard Tables
  • LEED Certified sustainable hotel
  • Complimentary bicycles for exploring
  • W XYZ bar with lively ambiance
FromC$ 148 /nightSelect
8.6
Great
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1.7 km from City Centre500 m from Chicago Theater
Full KitchenValet ParkingBicycle Rental
  • Complimentary grocery shopping service
  • Signature Milk Dud cocktail
  • Adjacent to Magnificent Mile
FromC$ 244 /nightSelect
7.8
Very good
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2.2 km from City Centre300 m from Michigan Avenue
Fitness CentreBusiness CenterConcierge Desk
  • 1920s Beaux Arts architecture
  • Complimentary hot breakfast daily
  • Free admission to Lincoln Zoo
FromC$ 96 /nightSelect
7.9
Very good
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3.0 km from City Centre400 m from Old Water Tower Chicago
Full KitchenMeeting RoomFitness Center
  • All-suite kitchens in every room
  • American Girl doll package offered
  • Complimentary hot breakfast spread
FromC$ 163 /nightSelect
5.1
Needs improvement
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10.6 km from City Centre500 m from Pulaski (Orange Line)
Free ParkingAirport ShuttleFitness Centre
  • Complimentary Midway Airport shuttle
  • Free on-site private parking
  • Pet-friendly rooms available
FromC$ 166 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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900 m from City Centre700 m from Chicago Union Station
Self-pour barKitchen suitesIndoor pool
  • Self-pour craft beer bar
  • Suites with full kitchens
  • Fulton Garden Terrace access
FromC$ 384 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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1.8 km from City Centre900 m from Michigan Avenue
Fitness CenterGames RoomZombie Taco
  • Live DJ shows in lobby
  • Complimentary drink tokens at check-in
  • On-site Zombie Taco restaurant
FromC$ 253 /nightSelect
8.6
Great
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1.8 km from City Centre700 m from Chicago Theater
Fitness CenterBusiness CenterValet Parking
  • LEED-Certified eco-friendly hotel
  • Personalized breakfast from Javier & Fannie
  • Family suites with separate living areas
FromC$ 214 /nightSelect
8.5
Great
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1.6 km from City Centre300 m from Chicago Theater
Garden GrilleGolf CourseValet Parking
  • Partial views of Chicago River
  • 24-hour on-site snack shop
  • Laptop-compatible room safes
FromC$ 299 /nightSelect
8.8
Great
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900 m from City Centre700 m from Chicago Union Station
Craft Beer BarOutdoor TerraceIndoor Pool
  • Self-pour craft beer bar
  • Urban outdoor terrace
  • Skyline view king rooms
FromC$ 201 /nightSelect
7.6
Very good
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200 m from City Centre500 m from Chicago Union Station
Rooftop PoolMeeting SpaceFitness Center
  • Free meals for kids under 12
  • Rooftop pool with city views
  • Across from Old Post Office
FromC$ 110 /nightSelect
8.6
Great
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1.3 km from City Centre500 m from Grant Park
Infinity PoolRooftop LoungeEV Charging
  • Designer apartments with full kitchens
  • Rooftop lounge with outdoor kitchens
  • Infinity pool with city views
FromC$ 166 /nightSelect
8.0
Great
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6.4 km from City Centre1.9 km from Wrigley Field
Free BreakfastMini-Bar24hr Coffee
  • Historic 1920s architecture preserved
  • Complimentary cookies in lobby
  • Lincoln Park location near attractions
FromC$ 125 /nightSelect
8.4
Great
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1.4 km from City Centre900 m from Chicago Theater
Indoor PoolSkybridgeWaterview Restaurant
  • Skybridge to Merchandise Mart
  • 16th-floor glass-ceiling pool
  • Panoramic river views from Waterview
FromC$ 208 /nightSelect
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2.6 km from City Centre1.5 km from McCormick Place
24-hr front deskVending machinesMeeting space
  • Chinatown cultural hub location
  • Eco-friendly every-other-day cleaning
  • Steps from Cermak-Chinatown station
FromC$ 159 /nightSelect
7.9
Very good
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1.4 km from City Centre700 m from Grant Park
Rooftop LoungeIndoor PoolFitness Center
  • Rooftop lounge with panoramic city views
  • Dual-hotel concept with varied room types
  • Large indoor pool for family fun
FromC$ 287 /nightSelect
8.8
Great
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1.6 km from City Centre1.4 km from Chicago Union Station
Rooftop PoolFitness CentreIndoor Pool
  • Rooftop pool with city views
  • Custom omelet breakfast bar
  • Spacious suites with kitchens
FromC$ 277 /nightSelect
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Visitors to Chicago on a budget can find affordable hotels in central districts like the South Loop, River North, and the Theatre District. Rates often fall below $150 per night, especially when booked in advance. These properties offer essential amenities like free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and fitness centers, with some adding indoor pools or pet-friendly policies. The Hilton Chicago, for example, provides a heated indoor pool and overlooks Grant Park and Lake Michigan, while the Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown includes a complimentary breakfast and is steps from the Magnificent Mile.

For those prioritizing location and value, the Hyatt Place Chicago River North features a Zagat-rated restaurant and city views, and the Aloft By Marriott Chicago Downtown River North offers pet-friendly rooms with free dog beds. The Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago sits directly across from Millennium Park, blending historic character with modern amenities. Most cheap hotels in Chicago are within walking distance of major attractions like Navy Pier, the Art Institute, and the Willis Tower, making them practical bases for exploring the city.