Why Congress Plaza Hotel Is Ideal for Chicago Corporate Travel
Planning a business trip to Chicago? See how Congress Plaza Hotel makes corporate travel easier with convenient amenities and a downtown location.
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Neighborhood guides, hotel history, and ideas for your stay, from the people who work across the street from Grant Park.
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Grant Park, Across the Street: A Guide to Chicago’s Front Yard
Buckingham Fountain, the bronze horsemen of Congress Plaza, and 313 acres of gardens and paths, all starting at our front door.
Four Great Chicago Museums You Can Walk To
The Art Institute is about 10 minutes away on foot, and the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Adler Planetarium wait at the end of a lakefront walk.
How to Choose the Right Conference Hotel in Chicago
Planning a Chicago conference? Learn what to look for in a conference hotel, including location, meeting spaces, amenities, accessibility and cost.
From World’s Fair Annex to Chicago Landmark: The Congress Plaza Hotel Since 1893
Built for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition and renamed in 1908, the hotel has hosted presidents, big bands, and the Army.
Your Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Chicago Event Hotel near Grant Park
Find the perfect Chicago event hotel near Grant Park with tips on location, transportation, comfortable rooms, views, group rates and nearby attractions.
Why Congress Plaza Hotel Is a Top Chicago Hotel Wedding Venue
Celebrate your wedding at Congress Plaza Hotel, one of Chicago’s top hotel wedding venues! Explore our historic venues, wedding packages and guest rooms.
How to Choose the Perfect Downtown Chicago Wedding Venue
Planning a Chicago wedding? Learn how to choose the perfect downtown Chicago wedding venue with tips on location, guest count, packages and more.
The Benefits of Staying near the Chicago Lakefront
Planning a Chicago trip? See why staying near the lakefront gives you easy access to scenic trails, parks, museums, beaches, dining and iconic city views.
5 Reasons to Stay at a Hotel near the Art Institute of Chicago
Looking for a hotel near the Art Institute of Chicago? See five reasons why staying nearby makes exploring the city's top attractions easy.
5 Reasons to Stay at a Hotel near Museum Campus in Chicago
Visiting Chicago? Learn why you should stay near Museum Campus for easy access to world-class museums, lakefront views, downtown attractions and much more.
Where to Stay near Soldier Field for Games and Concerts
Planning a trip to Soldier Field? Explore the top neighborhoods to stay in during your visit, and travel tips for games, concerts and Chicago sightseeing.
5 Reasons to Stay at a Hotel near Michigan Ave. in Chicago
Planning trip to Chicago? Learn 5 reasons why hotels near Michigan Avenue offer the best access to shopping, dining and Chicago’s most iconic attractions.
A Guide to Walkable Hotels in Downtown Chicago
Looking for a walkable hotel in Chicago? This guide gives you tips to stay steps from Chicago’s top sights, shopping and dining experiences.
A Guide to Booking a Hotel near Top Chicago Attractions
Book the perfect Chicago hotel near top attractions. Use our hotel booking guide to learn tips to save time, reduce stress and maximize your trip.
How to Choose the Best Area to Stay in Chicago for Your Trip
Not sure where to stay in Chicago? Use our guide to explore top neighborhoods and travel tips to choose the perfect area for your upcoming trip.
Why Congress Plaza Hotel Stands Out Among Historic Chicago Hotels
Grand architecture, timeless elegance, and a story that spans decades: why the Congress Plaza Hotel stands out among historic Chicago hotels.
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