Directly across from Millennium Park and sitting on the iconic Michigan Avenue, Congress Plaza Hotel offers elegance, luxury, and history in the heart of downtown Chicago. This historic Chicago hotel offers stunning city and lake views, on-site dining options, and free WiFi. Offering a mix of contemporary amenities and classic, historic character, each room at Congress Plaza Hotel features high ceilings, expansive bathrooms and a flat-screen cable TV. Coffee makers, working desks, and ironing facilities are provided in each room. Some rooms offer separate living areas and family-friendly bedding layouts. Rafael’s offers a menu of American classics, coupled with creative seasonal chef specialties for lunch and dinner. For breakfast, guests can start the day off with breakfast at Gazebo or grab a drink and watch a game on the flat-screen TVs at the Congress Lounge, which offers city views and comfortable leather couches and chairs. A 24-hour fitness center, barbershop and same-day dry cleaning and shoeshine services are available on-site. The hotel includes 23 contemporary venue event spaces, including the infamous Gold Room, dating back to early 1920's Chicago. Room service, a business center, and multiple seating areas are also offered. Congress Plaza Hotel is within walking distance from Chicago must-see attractions such as the Art Institute of Chicago, Buckingham Fountain, and Lake Michigan. Shops, dining and entertainment on the Magnificent Mile is only 10 minute's walk. Navy Pier is only 2 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the heart of Chicago, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast Info

American


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
2 full beds
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.9
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.2
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
7.6
Low score for Chicago
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Rafael's Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Convenience store on site
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Spa

  • Fitness
  • Fitness center

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Hindi

House rules
Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $75 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of $75 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago

  • Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago has 1 restaurant:

    • Rafael's Restaurant

  • Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago is 2,600 feet from the center of Chicago. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Fitness

  • Guests staying at Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American
    • À la carte

  • Room options at Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago include:

    • Double
    • Quad
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.