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30 East Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL, United States
Experience the energy of downtown Chicago at Courtyard Chicago Downtown/River North, a pet-friendly hotel ideally located near Navy Pier, the Magnificent Mile, the Chicago Riverwalk, and just steps from the L train. Only 15 minutes from Midway Airport, our hotel puts you in the heart of the city. Recharge in modern, renovated rooms featuring pillowtop mattresses, fast, free Wi-Fi, and large flat-screen TVs with access to Netflix. Stay active in our 24-hour fitness center with Peloton Bikes and soak up some rays on our outdoor sundeck. Need more room? Upgrade to a two-bedroom suite with a pullout sofa—ideal for families or group stays. Hosting a meeting? We offer 5,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space and special group rates. Whether for business or leisure, Courtyard Chicago Downtown/River North delivers a vibrant, comfortable stay.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
1144 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
676 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, valet parking, conference space, and concierge services are onsite. Omni Chicago Hotel offers 347 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and in-room fitness. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
1712 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
800 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
Along with a full-service spa, this hotel has an indoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite. Park Hyatt Chicago offers 182 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 65-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary newspapers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2022. An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
376 reviews
Location
1.5 mi from city centre
33 West Illinois, Chicago, IL, United States
Daily Mandatory Charge includes: Chicago Tourism Improvement District Transaction Charge. Our Hampton Inn and Suites Chicago-Downtown hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the City of Chicago, just blocks away from Michigan Ave. Were surrounded by popular restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. The hotel is easily accessible from I-94 and Lake Shore Drive and surrounded by public transportation. Our location is halfway between the business area (Loop) and entertainment area of the city. Our location, coupled with great amenities, make for a great stay at the Hampton Inn and Suites Chicago-Downtown. Hampton Inn and Suites located in downtown Chicago is just minutes from corporate offices including ConAgra Foods, Deloitte, and Northwestern Hospital. Guests also enjoy easy access to offices for IBM, Accenture, Motorola, Google, and many more. Take a trolley ride to Navy Pier, where you can shop, take in the glorious views of Lake Michigan, and opt for many of the Cruises that are there. About two miles of the hotel, you have the Museum Campus on the Lakefront, with the Adler Planetarium, Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium. Millennium Park is the largest attraction in the City of Chicago. Enjoy an architecture tour via the Riverwalk, located three blocks away. Choose your viewpoint of our Majestic City from the Skydeck on the 103rd floor at Willis Tower. Take in a 360-degree view from the Observation Deck at The John Hancock Center. We also offer proximity to the exquisite and exciting shopping of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. Stores include Dior, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Cartier, and Tiffany's. Its also home to the Harry Potter Shop, and the well-known Water Tower Place, which features American Girl Place and Lego store. Our location and amenities make for a great stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown hotel. Relax on our outdoor terrace, available to hotels guests, and enjoy the convenience of complimentary high-speed wireless internet access. You will be sure to enjoy your visit to Chicago.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
2722 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
1 W Washington Street, Chicago, IL, United States
A fitness center, valet parking, and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free hotel. Other amenities include a meeting room, free use of bicycles, and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop offers 122 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and complimentary bicycles.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
1936 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
66 West Illinois Street, Chicago, IL, United States
A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include 2 coffee shops/cafes, valet parking, and a microwave in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North offers 212 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with single sofa beds. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
3050 reviews
Location
1.1 mi from city centre
8101 West Higgins Road, Chicago, IL, United States
SpringHill Suites Chicago O'Hare offers a convenient location just minutes from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and provides a complimentary shuttle service for pickup and drop-off at the airport (located at terminal 2 arrivals/lower level, door 2C). Just steps outside our Chicago O'Hare Airport hotel doors, you'll find popular attractions such as the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Allstate Arena, Rosemont Theatre, Rivers Casino, and Fashion Outlets of Chicago. Our family and pet friendly hotel in Chicago includes amenities like daily hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, 43-inch smart TVs, indoor swimming pool, and 24-hour fitness center. Relax and recharge in one of our spacious suites, which feature a refrigerator and microwave. With 8,500 square feet of event space, our hotel near O'Hare Airport is a perfect gathering point for small business meetings, travel groups, wedding blocks, and more. Experience an amazing stay and excellent service at our hotel near Chicago O'Hare with a free airport shuttle.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1646 reviews
Location
12.9 mi from city centre
111 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, United States
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a business center, and concierge services are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago offers 429 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
4000 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
636 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
The Blackstone Hotel in downtown Chicago is a storied architectural icon rooted in the city's legendary past. Updated with all the modern amenities and features of today. The Blackstone delivers a distinguished hospitality experience perfect for the discerning traveler. Our downtown Chicago hotel is blooming as a point of cultural and creative discovery on the Cultural Mile. This downtown Chicago hotel offers modern accommodations boasting views of Lake Michigan and Grant Park acclaimed dining at Mercat a la Planxa refined meeting spaces and thoughtful details like our state of the art fitness center and personalized service and more. With stories to tell The Blackstone is set to surprise entertain and inspire with a clever, contemporary attitude. Whether you are here for business or pleasure this stunning hotel in downtown Chicago will ensure a restful and revitalizing stay.
8.9
Excellent
400 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
168 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, free use of bicycles, concierge services, and dry cleaning are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Arlo Chicago offers 218 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and complimentary bicycles.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
2211 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre

HotelsCombined's insights for budget hotels in Chicago

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next budget hotel in Chicago.

How much does it usually cost to stay at a budget hotel in Chicago?

On average, a budget hotel room in Chicago costs about $269 per night. Rates can vary based on factors like seasonality, hotel star rating, and booking timing. The lowest price found on HotelsCombined in the last 7 days was $113.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in Chicago?

January is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in Chicago, with average nightly rates around $161. Prices are highest in May, when rates rise to about $460 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Chicago budget hotels?

Budget hotels in Chicago are most affordable on Sundays, with average nightly rates around $194. Tuesdays are usually the most expensive, averaging $343 per night.

Which Chicago neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Chicago tend to stay in Chinatown, where a budget hotel costs around $287/night. Another popular neighborhood in Chicago is Lower West Side, which is $148/night on average for a budget hotel.

How much is a budget hotel in Chicago tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Chicago tonight starting as low as $266, rising to an average cost of $572, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $171 for a 4-star budget hotel in Chicago for tonight.

How much is a Chicago budget hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for budget hotels in Chicago this weekend for as little as $388/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $322/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Chicago, the cheapest rate recently found was $360/night for this weekend.

What’s the recommended booking timeframe for Chicago budget hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Chicago budget hotel at least 90 days before your stay.

Top-rated Budget hotels in Chicago

Browse through properties in Chicago that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 288 properties in Chicago and data was last updated on May 9, 2026.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay in Chicago. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
613 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL, United States
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$114
Avg. per night
123 East Cermak, Suite 100, Chicago, IL, United States
1.6 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$183
Avg. per night
59 East 11th Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$186
Avg. per night
226 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$201
Avg. per night
32 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$175
Avg. per night
425 South Financial Place, Chicago, IL, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
$195
Avg. per night
15 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, United States
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$166
Avg. per night
233 East Ontario, Chicago, IL, United States
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$170
Avg. per night
28 North Franklin Street, Chicago, IL, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$199
Avg. per night
2018 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
3.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$289
Avg. per night
22 W. Monroe, Chicago, IL, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
$191
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Chicago

Discover the ideal theme hotel, vacation rental or hostel for your stay in Chicago. There are 2,679 properties in Chicago and price data was last updated on May 9, 2026.
701 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$143
Avg. per night
1301 North State Parkway, Chicago, IL, United States
2.1 mi from city centre
$110
Avg. per night
720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$211
Avg. per night
Chicago, IL, United States
9.5 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
$795
Avg. per night
24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
0.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$55
Avg. per night
3514 North Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
5.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$58
Avg. per night
616 West Arlington Place, Chicago, IL, United States
3.6 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$195
Avg. per night

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