Lower West Side Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Lower West Side
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Excellent check in check out. Staff is amazing. We had a small suite. It was perfect. Clean. Location is perfect
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Decent room and the staff at the front desk and restaurant were friendly and helpful. The front desk area is cramped and confusing (i.e.) once you get your key card from check-in, it is so tight in that area that that it’s unclear how you get out of the area without pushing past the people in line ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
This hotel was great. In a perfect spot for walking the city and taking in all the sights. We had 3 of us in our group and we got the 1br with 2 queens beds and a pullout couch and it was perfect. The bar was fun and everyone we met in the staff were so friendly and helpful with suggestions on places ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Clean room, friendly staff, modern finishes in beautifully restored vintage building in great Loop location next to Chicago River
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago
Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Loved the location and staff.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lower West Side
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Lawndale
When in Lawndale and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like United Center or Garfield Park Conservatory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Central Park Station (Pink Line) or Pulaski Station (Pink Line).
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
Fulton Market
Though Fulton Market may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Michigan Avenue and United Center.
