Near East Side Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Near East Side
Swissotel - Chicago
"Great location and very convenient to river walk and vicinity."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
"Did not have hot water when we returned to room after concert. Next morning called and maintenance came to fix. Good location to walk to South Shore train station and Grant Park"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
"One of the best hotels I’ve stayed in!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
"A decent buisness class hotel. No frills. Rooms are smaller, the queen beds are not true queens, and much smaller."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
River Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side
Streeterville
Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
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.
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.
