What's it like in Uptown?

Uptown is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatres, live music and lake views. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Uptown? Consider a visit to Lake Michigan while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Uptown?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Guesthouse Hotel is the highest ranked property in Uptown. This hotel offers private balconies and a fitness centre.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Uptown area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Chicago, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 40 Uptown hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Uptown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Uptown.

What are the top things to see and do in Uptown?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Michigan, Lincoln Park and Challenger Park. Aragon Ballroom and Riviera Theatre are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Wrigley Field, Pegasus Players and Aragon Entertainment Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Uptown. While you're out sightseeing in Chicago, make sure that you visit other sights such as About Face Theater or Hutchinson Street Historic District.

How can I get around Uptown and the greater Chicago area?

If you want to see more of the city, Wilson Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Lawrence Station and Argyle Station. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Chicago Ravenswood Station.

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Our top choices for Uptown hotels

1. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 9.3 km from Uptown

Julie

RM1,286 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

2. The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Gold Coast, 7 km from Uptown

Tina

RM944 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

3. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Streeterville, 7.8 km from Uptown

Chameka

RM1,011 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 8.4 km from Uptown

Jessica

RM1,135 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

5. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

River North, 8.5 km from Uptown

Mark

RM828 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

6. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Streeterville, 8.5 km from Uptown

Sonyce

RM911 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 8.5 km from Uptown

Jeffrey

RM921 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

8. Hyatt House Chicago/West Loop-Fulton Market

9.2 km from Uptown

Hadi

RM989 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

9. Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Gold Coast, 7 km from Uptown

Timothy

RM835 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 8.7 km from Uptown

Michael

RM1,154 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

11. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

Streeterville, 7.8 km from Uptown

Sally

RM881 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 8.6 km from Uptown

Marianne

RM1,090 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

13. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 8.5 km from Uptown

Zachary

RM1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

14. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

9.5 km from Uptown

Bethany

RM916 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

15. Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

River North, 8.3 km from Uptown

Artisha

RM795 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

16. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, 9 km from Uptown

Liliana B

RM1,325 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

17. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 9.1 km from Uptown

Kristen

RM1,432 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

18. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

7.8 km from Uptown

Robert

RM1,520 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

19. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

The Loop, 9.4 km from Uptown

Kimberly

RM989 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 8.4 km from Uptown

Jody

RM1,026 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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Where to stay in Uptown

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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 Uptown Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location - we were right across from Buckingham Fountain. From the 11th floor, we had a great view of the lake. Old style elegance. The a/c - heating system is of a different era. I would not book a lake side room during the height of the summer - I don't think the system could keep up."

The Wade

8/10 Good

"Why book here? LOCATION and competitive price. Why not? If you care about hospitality. This isn't going to be the place. Some of the front desk staff were impatient and border line dismissive. No decaf, despite a sign saying it was available. Just plan to go to Starbucks about a block away for coffee of any quality. Check in evening staff, told us breakfast would be served (Marriott member) and then we weren't given the magic card. Morning staff said we didn't qualify and we got the signal NOT to bother them with unreasonable questions. Our room was next to elevator and I was glad I had my ear plugs. No coffee in rooms. Weird kinda sensual picture of red lips predominant art in room... not family friendly or sensitive to women's modern issues. Views of lake were great! Easy walking location to see Lake Shore Drive and Many other great attractions. LOVED the beach and lake. It is amazingly clear water. Just have realistic expectations that this is a place to sleep and the staff may not care or are burned out. Great service oriented humans are expensive. You're not paying for that here."

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Our top choices for Uptown hotels

1. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

3. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

5. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

6. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile

8. Hyatt House Chicago/West Loop-Fulton Market

9. Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

11. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

13. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

14. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

15. Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

16. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

17. Hyatt Regency Chicago

18. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

19. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Where to stay in Uptown

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

River North

Lincoln Park

Top Uptown Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

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