What is South Loop like?

South Loop is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and top museums. Experience the best of South Loop with a visit to Soldier Field and Lake Michigan during your trip.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Loop?

Based on our traveller data, Congress Plaza Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in South Loop. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Grant Park, and it offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hilton Chicago and Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago .

How many hotels can I expect to find in South Loop?

If you're searching for places to stay in Chicago, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 295 South Loop hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in South Loop.

What is there to do around this Chicago neighbourhood?

Some landmarks in South Loop that you won't want to miss include Dearborn Station, Vee Jay Records Building/Record Row and Glessner House Museum. You could also plan a visit to Soldier Field or Lake Michigan while you're in the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Navy Pier, Michigan Avenue and United Center. While you're out sightseeing, National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum and Clarke House Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.

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

If you want to see more of the city, Roosevelt Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Cermak-McCormick Place Station and Harrison Station. If you want to see some sights out of town, hop on a train. Chicago 18th Street Station is the closest train station, but Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station and Chicago McCormick Place Station are also close by.

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Our top choices for South Loop hotels

1. Hilton Chicago

South Loop

Lori

RM1,200 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

2. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

South Loop

Melissa

RM867 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

South Loop

AMBER

RM1,168 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

4. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

South Loop

Aran

RM1,111 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

5. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

South Loop

Ann

RM1,528 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

6. Le Méridien Essex Chicago

South Loop

amanda

RM1,133 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

7. Congress Plaza Hotel

South Loop

Manuel

RM843 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

8. The Blackstone, Autograph Collection

South Loop

madeline

RM1,475 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

9. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

South Loop

Durant

RM731 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

10. Sentral Michigan Avenue

South Loop

Allison

RM846 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

11. Marriott Marquis Chicago

South Loop

Andrea

RM1,706 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place

South Loop

Lap

RM1,054 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

13. Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place

South Loop

Nathan

RM1,189 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

14. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place

South Loop

SYLVIA MARIE

RM1,080 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

15. Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

South Loop

Tony

RM1,475 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

16. The Wheeler Mansion

South Loop

Timothy

RM2,210 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

17. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

The Loop, 2.5 km from South Loop

LISA

RM1,065 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

Theatre District, 2.2 km from South Loop

Tamika

RM1,307 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

West Loop, 1.8 km from South Loop

Jennifer

RM949 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

20. Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Theatre District, 2.1 km from South Loop

Melissa

RM1,392 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in South Loop

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Wheeler Mansion	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,263 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,416 reviews	View
Marriott Marquis Chicago	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,018 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 932 reviews	View

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