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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,095 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 846 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Marriott Marquis Chicago	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Near South Side

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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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Magnificent Mile

A dazzling array of boutiques, luxury shops, famous department stores and pleasant cafés, where shopaholics can lose themselves for hours.

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The Loop

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

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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.

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Top Near South Side Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Congress is old but it never fails!!! Great location!!! I have stayed there many of times …"

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

4/10 Poor

"I rented a suite. It was relatively very expensive so I expect more. There was orange seeds on the floor and a piece of orange peel and some M&M shell pieces on the floor when I arrived. The staff were just fair when I asked were certain things wise. It was almost like I expected me to know use terms that only the people that worked there would know. They did credit me that urban experience fee which I totally think is BS and doesn’t really help you at all because of the problems so at least they did something. They said they would offer me an another stay with a couple of free nights to make up for it. I’m waiting on that. They seem to be a smell when I open the door almost like cigarette smoke, but my wife says she doesn’t think it was, but there was definitely something strange. I’m not that picky but when I pay a lot, I expect a lot, but I have found is high-end hotels don’t deliver as well as medium of the road hotels. Maybe they have their customer base and they don’t really care but the medium the road hotels seem to still have a need to grow their business and go above and beyond whereas this hotel didn’t. I’ve stayed here before and was well pleased. This was a huge disappointment a year and a half later."

Hilton Chicago

4/10 Poor

"Unfortunately, the service was completely unacceptable. On our first day, I had to call customer service three separate times just to get our room cleaned. They didn’t show up until 7:30 PM. When you’ve been walking all day, the last thing you want is to return to a dirty room when you just want to collapse and rest. To make matters worse, the exact same thing happened the next day. While the front desk tried to fix it by offering a free breakfast voucher, a voucher doesn't make up for losing the peace of mind of coming back to a clean, restful room after a long day out. On top of the terrible housekeeping, the hotel hits you with a mandatory $25 per day "destination fee" that you cannot opt-out of. It supposedly covers the pool, internet, pickleball, and an $18 laundry credit, but it is entirely "use it or lose it." Forcing families to pay for amenities they might not even have time to use just feels like a greedy cash grab. Great location, but the management and service are severely lacking. I would not stay here again."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and large. We liked that it had a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker and had a table and coach area separate from the bedroom section. The complimentary breakfast was really good with an option to create your own omlete. The location was just by the magnificent mile and a block away from the red line. As with any hotel in the big city parking wasn’t free but a closed parking lot was nearby. The closed pool was an extra addition, which my son enjoyed."

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

6/10 Okay

"we ended up having to pay $90 on top of what we paid on this app for no reason, our hotel was fully paid yet they charged us this without explaining what it was for, I didn’t want to ask because I was already stressed about not being able to check in early and being late to our activities for the day."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Near South Side?

Near South Side is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and sporting events. Experience the best of Near South Side with a visit to Soldier Field and Lake Michigan during your trip.

Where is the best place to stay in Near South Side?

Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago is one of the top choices for your stay in Near South Side. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from McCormick Place, and it offers 3 restaurants and 2 bars.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Near South Side?

If you're searching for places to stay in Chicago, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 230 Near South Side hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Near South Side, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Near South Side.

What is there to do in this Chicago neighbourhood?

Glessner House Museum, Joseph G Coleman House and William K Kimball House are some local landmarks to explore in Near South Side. You could also plan a visit to Soldier Field or Lake Michigan while you're in the neighbourhood. Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are some popular places to visit in the area around Near South Side. While you're out sightseeing, Elbridge G Keith House and Clarke House Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.

How can I get around Near South Side and the greater Chicago area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Cermak-McCormick Place Station and Roosevelt Station. If you want to venture out of town, Chicago 18th Street Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Chicago McCormick Place Station.

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The Wheeler Mansion

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place

Marriott Marquis Chicago

Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Freehand Chicago

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

Congress Plaza Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

FOUND Hotel Chicago River North

Millennium Hotel Knickerbocker Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

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Where to stay in Near South Side

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

River North

Lincoln Park

Top Near South Side Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

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