Congress Plaza Hotel Chicago
About this property
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 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Restaurants
- Rafael's Restaurant
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
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
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.






The fine print
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.