Congress Plaza Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Auditorium Building and Theatre and Columbia College Chicago, Congress Plaza Hotel provides shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is RM474
RM564 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(287 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV stand.

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a painting, and a patterned rug.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(629 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(544 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue quilted bedspread and matching pillows. There is a bedside table with a lamp between the beds.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(150 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(86 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

A modern hotel room with two beds, a round dining table, and a small seating area.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(75 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A modern bedroom with a city view, a large bed with blue bedding, a desk with a computer, and a flat-screen TV.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(201 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite, City View

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a view of a building.

Junior Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Near a metro station, Congress Plaza Hotel is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with good shopping. Auditorium Building and Theatre and Museum of Contemporary Photography are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fine Arts Building and Buckingham Fountain. Columbia College Chicago and Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Guests love the hotel's central location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient for public transportation: Harrison Station is 5 minutes on foot and Harold Washington Library Station is 6 minutes. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • A modern cityscape with a distinctive metallic sculpture in the foreground and a variety of skyscrapers in the background.
    Grant Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A city skyline with illuminated skyscrapers and a fountain with water jets.
    Buckingham Fountain
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A large metallic sphere sculpture in a public square surrounded by tall buildings.
    Millennium Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Auditorium Building and Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Columbia College Chicago
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station
    2 min walk
  • Harrison Station
    5 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • Epic Burger
    4 min walk
  • South Loop Club
    6 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    6 min walk
  • Buddy Guy's Legends
    5 min walk

About this property

Congress Plaza Hotel

  • Hotel near Columbia College Chicago
  • Located close to Auditorium Building and Theatre and Museum of Contemporary Photography, Congress Plaza Hotel provides shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
  • Other perks include:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
    • Luggage storage, ATM/banking services and a vending machine
    • A front desk safe, wedding services and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 870 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free Internet and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
    • TVs with premium channels
    • Separate sitting areas, recycling and fridges

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Frequently asked questions

Is Congress Plaza Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Congress Plaza Hotel?

As of 15 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Congress Plaza Hotel on 22 Nov 2026 start from RM474, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Congress Plaza Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 62.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Congress Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 49.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Congress Plaza Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 59.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Congress Plaza Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps away from Columbia College Chicago, Museum of Contemporary Photography and Auditorium Building and Theatre. Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership and Fine Arts Building are just steps away. Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4471 out of 10087 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2559 out of 10087 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1630 out of 10087 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 756 out of 10087 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 671 out of 10087 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Love the location and the nostalgic look
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Old hotel but clean and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A very nice room with a great view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel. Asked for adjoining rooms and was accommodated. Comfortable beds and pillows. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view of the city, lake, and park from the room!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great value and location, comfortable bed with nice bathroom and useful exercise room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. The facilities are aging.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room, excellent location, close to the bean!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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4/10 Poor

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Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, staff were friendly and the bar was relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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I had a great experience staying at Congress Plaza hotel. The staff was friendly and the property was well maintained. The location is very nice and located at walking distances from a lot of attractions in the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room were clean and comfortable and staff was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms where good. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Great location, room was pretty hot when we arrived. Leak in the roof in the hallway. I would stay again if going to a bears game
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room and nice lobby but the restaurants were all closed and it was impossible to sleep in with the loud construction noise in the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is spectacular! The lobby is beautiful with historic charm. Our room was updated and modern. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean but tiny. Checkin was quick and they let us check in early. One thing I didn’t like is that we couldn’t control the thermostat. The location is awesome- close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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8/10 Good

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Pros: Room very clean and quiet. Great location and convenient parking. Cons: Small bathroom. Though rooms were modernized the hallways could use some attention. Restaurant was temporarily closed during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and large room. Was loud on the street side. If you are a light sleeper get an inside room. Staff was fantastic! Beautiful hotel showing its age slightly. Great location right on Michigan. Parking around the corner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The check-in process went smoothly, the location is great, and the rooms are spacious. Most of the amenities do show their age, but overall, it is an excellent place to stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a fabulous hotel. We only had one night on our road trip from OH back to WA State, and it was close to everything we wanted to do on our short visit. Lovely park across the street from the hotel. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, updated and a great location. Our complaints were we missed having a microwave and the beds were extremely hard. We also learned that we needed to turn off the fan on the furnace, because the room got extremely hot if left on.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great the room was beautiful staff was very kind. I will deff book with them again. Only thing or downfall about this hotel is the parking. We need to invest in parking or at least validating people’s tickets. $300+ for a night or two plus almost $200 for parking those nights is ridiculous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location. Close to lake side parks and museums, close to public transportation and bus. Lake view room can see fireworks in summer from navy pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026