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Our top choices for Near East Side hotels

A dining table set for six with a cityscape view through large windows.

1. Swissotel - Chicago

Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 star property
Near East Side
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,527 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿6,427
฿8,825 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Swissotel - Chicago
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and potted plants.

2. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
4.5 star property
Near East Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,132 reviews)
"Great hotel highly recommended"
United States
Phillip
The price is ฿7,364
฿9,794 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged in a corridor, large windows, and hanging lamps.

3. The St. Regis Chicago

The St. Regis Chicago
5.0 star property
Near East Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 reviews)
"The location is great. Lovely hotel with great staff."
United States
Xiomara
The price is ฿21,037
฿25,011 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The St. Regis Chicago
A modern kitchen with a marble island, fruit bowls, and a city view.

4. Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park
4.5 star property
The Loop, 0.3 km from Near East Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,302 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and great location."
United States
Ruby
The price is ฿5,684
฿7,957 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park
An outdoor seating area with a glass table, orange cushions, and potted plants.

5. Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 0.3 km from Near East Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,844 reviews)
The price is ฿8,032
฿10,748 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of a cityscape.

6. Hyatt Regency Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago
4.0 star property
The Loop, 0.5 km from Near East Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,522 reviews)
"Great property, great staff and great locations!"
United States
Mark
The price is ฿7,998
฿10,708 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hyatt Regency Chicago
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a river.

7. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
The Loop, 0.7 km from Near East Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,868 reviews)
"Great location! Would stay again!"
United States
Sharee
The price is ฿8,455
฿11,052 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
A person relaxing on a sofa with a laptop, a glass of red wine, and a small table with a vase of flowers and a telephone.

8. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

L7 Chicago by LOTTE
4.5 star property
Theatre District, 0.7 km from Near East Side
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,923 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a great location with a great staff"
United States
Emily
The price is ฿6,696
฿7,961 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
L7 Chicago by LOTTE
The Riu Plaza Chicago Hotel facade with a grand entrance, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 0.9 km from Near East Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (5,416 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Sean Robert
The price is ฿5,710
฿7,747 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
A modern building with a colorful facade and a red circular seating area.

10. citizenM Chicago Downtown

citizenM Chicago Downtown
4.0 star property
Theatre District, 0.6 km from Near East Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,372 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ฿5,713
฿6,792 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
citizenM Chicago Downtown
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent curved glass facade and multiple floors.

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 0.6 km from Near East Side
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,038 reviews)
"The staff was excellent so helpful and ensured our stay was enjoyable."
United States
Patricia
The price is ฿5,599
฿7,643 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
A modern building with a black facade and multiple windows. There is a sign for Hilton Garden Inn and a flagpole with flags.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk
3.0 star property
The Loop, 0.7 km from Near East Side
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,169 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay"
United States
Tarek
The price is ฿5,484
฿6,520 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall buildings.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
Streeterville, 0.7 km from Near East Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,575 reviews)
"Nice stay for the weekend."
United States
Poua
The price is ฿4,171
฿4,958 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
A dining area with a table set for four, large windows offering a cityscape view at dusk.

14. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
4.0 star property
The Loop, 0.7 km from Near East Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,636 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
ShaRona
The price is ฿6,352
฿8,627 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile
3.0 star property
Streeterville, 0.9 km from Near East Side
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,086 reviews)
"Great hotel and very clean"
United States
Tim
The price is ฿4,898
฿5,823 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, checkered ottomans, and a coffee table. There are black chairs, a blue sofa, and a TV on a stand.

16. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile
3.0 star property
Streeterville, 0.8 km from Near East Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,339 reviews)
"I really liked the location of the hotel."
United States
Carmina
The price is ฿5,835
฿6,937 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile
A restaurant interior with brick walls, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a visible kitchen area.

17. Arlo Chicago

Arlo Chicago
4.0 star property
Theatre District, 0.6 km from Near East Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,383 reviews)
"Arlo is such a chic hotel!"
United States
Ashley Nacole
The price is ฿5,710
฿7,844 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Arlo Chicago
A marble-floored lobby with double doors and elevators, each marked with a 'CQ' sign.

18. River Hotel

River Hotel
4.0 star property
The Loop, 0.7 km from Near East Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5,456 reviews)
"Great place to travel!"
United States
Jared
The price is ฿5,612
฿6,672 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
River Hotel
A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating and a city skyline view.

19. Pendry Chicago

Pendry Chicago
4.5 star property
Theatre District, 0.6 km from Near East Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,163 reviews)
"Friendly staff and location is great"
United States
Wenjinn
The price is ฿10,586
฿13,966 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Pendry Chicago
The exterior of the Hampton Inn hotel with a prominent neon sign, a star logo, and a classic architectural design.

20. Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/N Loop/Michigan Ave

Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/N Loop/Michigan Ave
3.0 star property
Theatre District, 0.7 km from Near East Side
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,169 reviews)
"Staff friendly, hotel clean"
United States
Jeanvia
The price is ฿4,819
฿5,729 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/N Loop/Michigan Ave
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Where to stay in Near East Side

Find the best Near East Side areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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Photo by © City of Chicago
Open Photo by © City of Chicago

Magnificent Mile

Shopaholics need look no further this glittering street packed with boutique and luxury shops, famous department stores and cafes.

A river with yellow boats, a bridge, and tall buildings.

The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.

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.

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Lincoln Park

Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

Top Near East Side Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

8/10 Good
"The hotel was clean. The staff were friendly. Building like certain elevator was extremely outdated and falling apart. AC wasn’t as cold"
Todd 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

Frequently asked questions

What is Near East Side like?
Near East Side is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and sporting events. Consider a visit to Swissotel Chicago as part of your Near East Side travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Near East Side?
Based on our traveller data, Swissotel - Chicago is one of the top choices for your stay in Near East Side. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Chicago Riverwalk, and it offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Near East Side?
If you're searching for places to stay in Chicago, choose from one of Expedia's 14 hotels and other accommodation options in Near East Side.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Near East Side, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Near East Side.
What is there to do in this Chicago neighbourhood?
Swissotel Chicago is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Near East Side. While you're out sightseeing, Navy Pier and Soldier Field are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.