Elevate Your Windy City Vacation With a Stay at the Congress Plaza Hotel

Take a step back in time at Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, a Chicago icon for over 125 years. Originally built in 1893 to house visitors to the World’s Columbian Exhibition, the Congress Plaza Hotel is a legendary aspect of Windy City Hospitality and has played host to a plethora of international celebrities, presidents and world leaders. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, this luxury hotel in downtown Chicago is always a wise choice.

Our spacious guest rooms and suites are well-equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay, including complimentary Wi-Fi, ultra plush pillowtop beds and flat-screen TVs with cable and satellite. Our amenities are everything you'd expect from a luxury hotel in Chicago, Illinois. Want a room with a view? There's a reason we're one of the top places to stay in downtown Chicago. Our Lakeview rooms offer panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan and come equipped with full Jacuzzi tubs.

PACKAGES

Enhance your stay in the heart of Chicago with one of our packages

Sweetheart's Package

Indulge in a romantic escape with our sweetheart package. Enjoy a Standard Lakeview King room for $149+ tax, complemented by a bottle of wine and macaroons. Elevate your stay with timeless elegance and stunning lake views- Limited Offer valid until Feb 30.

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Wedding Special Offer

Four-Course Wedding Menu, Custom Wedding Design Cake, Four Hours Open Bar, Chivari Chairs, Valid for Receptions of 115+ Guests, 10% Off Friday & Saturday Weddings, 15% Off Sun–Thu Weddings see more details below!

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Weddings

Say "I do" at one of our elegant wedding venues, including the luxurious Gold Room and the elegant Florentine room

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Meetings

Discover four magnificent meeting spaces suitable for your next conference, trade show or event.

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Dining

Visit the Gazebo for breakfast classics. Head to Rafael's for a full menu with scenic views, and enjoy the pub food favorites at the Congress Lounge.

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Comfortable Rooms

Whether you're visiting Chicago for business or leisure, our well-appointed rooms offer the ideal space to rest in the heart of the city.

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Complimentary Wi-Fi

Ultra Plush Pillow Top Beds

Flat-Screen TVs with Cable and Satellite

Gold Ballroom

In town for a special event? Welcome to our legendary Gold Room at the Congress Plaza Hotel, which can fit up to 400 guests. Say “I do” in our majestic Florentine room, which fits up to 300 guests. Hungry? Take a seat at one of our three mouthwatering restaurants at the Congress Plaza hotel downtown Chicago. As one of the top high end hotels in Chicago, our front desk is open 24 hours with convenient concierge service to help elevate your stay.

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History

Step back in time at this historic hotel in the heart of the Windy City.

Chicago's Front Yard

Our legendary location puts you within close proximity to the city’s finest, including Grant Park, Navy Pier and a slew of engaging museums and cultural attractions. With so much going on outside our front door, you’re perfectly positioned to enjoy Chicago at the Congress Plaza Hotel. Within a short distance, you can discover "Chicago's Front Yard," along with coveted sites such as the Shedd Aquarium, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Field Museum and the Museum of Science and Industry. If you want to explore the city, our luxury hotel in downtown Chicago is conveniently located to do so.

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