East Village Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit East Village
Things to do
Chicago CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Field Museum of Natural History Admission Tickets
Top hotels in East Village
Congress Plaza Hotel
"The parking situation at the hotel is not very good as there is no valet service and one has to walk a block to park the car. The front staff was not very helpful in explaining the parking situation. The bar is supposed to be open until midnight, I came in to get a cocktail at 11 and bartender had ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Omni Chicago Hotel
"Was excited to again stay with Omni but this property wasn’t up to the same standards as others we’ve stayed at… It was clean but just seemed “sad”"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
"Housekeeping staff was great. Room was ok. Chapel street cafe & restaurant (restaurant at hotel) was not great. The waiter we had was very rude and impatient, we ended up leaving and walking a couple blocks to a different restaurant"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
"They over charge your card and then can’t tell what the charge is for or make something up. When we got there they gave us a dirty room and we had to call to get out room changed not a upgrade but whatever."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
"Staff were really helpful and sweet during check in. During checkout I was told there are no shuttles to take me to my terminal in quite a short and ubrupt manner. But to be honest the price is ridiculous for the outdated hotel. Seems like they think they can charge Hilton prices for what looks like ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
"Bien situé près de tout. Hotel récent au goût du jour. En famille gros coup de cœur pour le buffet le matin"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Where to stay in East Village
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Oz Park, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
