Congress Plaza Hotel
Chicago, IL 60605
rooms from
$68
Welcome to the Congress Plaza Hotel
*** NOTE: Guests may encounter picketers when entering the hotel as one of four unions has been conducting a strike since June 2003. No vendors or suppliers are participating. All services and systems are fully operational. ***
The Congress Plaza Hotel, a historic Chicago hotel on Michigan Avenue, was originally designed and built to accommodate visitors to the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893. Over the years, this 14-story property has catered to our nation's Presidents, foreign dignitaries, opera performers, stage and movie celebrities, business travelers, and a multitude of conventions. Located on a picturesque setting on Michigan Avenue, adjacent to Grant Park, this hotel is ideal for visitors wanting a taste of Chicago.
Many guests have found the features of this Chicago hotel to be beneficial. While the layout of this property lends itself to groups arriving for a big game, the location is ideal for frequenting the Museum Campus. Business travelers will enjoy the wireless internet connection in the lobby, and shoppers will love the proximity to the stores on State Street and Michigan Avenue. Families are excited to view Buckingham Fountain, with the Lake in the background. Architecture enthusiasts will gaze in awe at the mosaic tiles on the ceiling of our Lobby. History buffs can peruse the spots where famous Presidents addressed their legions of supporters.
For dining and entertainment, Congress Plaza Hotel features two restaurants and a lounge. The Gazebo Restaurant serves American favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual environment. Rafael's offers the same cuisine in a more intimate atmosphere. Tavern Tap Lounge is a great place to greet old friends and watch your favorite team on the big screen. We have room service available for the travelers that prefer to watch the big game in their guestroom. Other amenities include a gift shop, barbershop, game room, and cash machine on property.
Step outside our front door, and you will notice that we are situated between downtown college campuses, with The Loop, Auditorium Theater, Art Institute, Field Museum, Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium and Soldier Field all close by. McCormick Place, Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile, and River North, are within blocks. The Museum of Science and Industry, U.S. Cellular Field, Wrigley Field, and United Center are a short drive away. Whether you are visiting Chicago for the fabulous shopping, legendary restaurants and nightlife, or world-renowned cultural venues, the Congress Plaza Hotel is the ideal vantage point to start your tour of the Windy City. ...read more
The Congress Plaza Hotel, a historic Chicago hotel on Michigan Avenue, was originally designed and built to accommodate visitors to the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893. Over the years, this 14-story property has catered to our nation's Presidents, foreign dignitaries, opera performers, stage and movie celebrities, business travelers, and a multitude of conventions. Located on a picturesque setting on Michigan Avenue, adjacent to Grant Park, this hotel is ideal for visitors wanting a taste of Chicago.
Many guests have found the features of this Chicago hotel to be beneficial. While the layout of this property lends itself to groups arriving for a big game, the location is ideal for frequenting the Museum Campus. Business travelers will enjoy the wireless internet connection in the lobby, and shoppers will love the proximity to the stores on State Street and Michigan Avenue. Families are excited to view Buckingham Fountain, with the Lake in the background. Architecture enthusiasts will gaze in awe at the mosaic tiles on the ceiling of our Lobby. History buffs can peruse the spots where famous Presidents addressed their legions of supporters.
For dining and entertainment, Congress Plaza Hotel features two restaurants and a lounge. The Gazebo Restaurant serves American favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual environment. Rafael's offers the same cuisine in a more intimate atmosphere. Tavern Tap Lounge is a great place to greet old friends and watch your favorite team on the big screen. We have room service available for the travelers that prefer to watch the big game in their guestroom. Other amenities include a gift shop, barbershop, game room, and cash machine on property.
Step outside our front door, and you will notice that we are situated between downtown college campuses, with The Loop, Auditorium Theater, Art Institute, Field Museum, Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium and Soldier Field all close by. McCormick Place, Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile, and River North, are within blocks. The Museum of Science and Industry, U.S. Cellular Field, Wrigley Field, and United Center are a short drive away. Whether you are visiting Chicago for the fabulous shopping, legendary restaurants and nightlife, or world-renowned cultural venues, the Congress Plaza Hotel is the ideal vantage point to start your tour of the Windy City. ...read more
Top Amenities (see all)
- Fitness facility
- Restaurant
- Non smoking rooms available
- Valet parking
- Cable/satellite TV
- Hair dryer
- Room service - limited hours
Congress Plaza Hotel Hotel Amenities
- Airport shuttle service
- Bar/Lounge
- Cable/satellite TV
- Children Under 17 Stay Free
- Coffee maker
- Connecting Rooms available
- Electronic locks
- Fitness facility
- Gift shop/News stand
- Hair dryer
- Hair salon/Barber
- Laundry/Valet services
- Non smoking rooms available
- Restaurant
- Room service - limited hours
- Shoe shine
- Valet parking
- Work desk with lamp
Priceline Guest Score Card
Overall Quality
7.3
Hotel Cleanliness
7.9
Hotel Staff
7.5
Location of Hotel
8.8
Hotel Dining
6.5
Hotel Guest Reviews of the Congress Plaza Hotel
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Walt from Fort Wayne, IN
December 22, 2009
Business Traveler
December 22, 2009
Business Traveler
9.0
Very clean, doormen always willing to please.
The picket line in front of the hotel has been there for years, so I just ignore them.
The hotel is old and the rooms are sparse; but the attitude of the personnel, cleanliness, and location make this a very good value.
Cheryl from Houston, MN
December 21, 2009
Solo Traveler
December 21, 2009
Solo Traveler
8.0
Location was excellent! Close to theater, museum, and park.
The bed was incredibly hard and so were the pillows. Woke up with a back ache.
The lobby was very nice. The hotel is a little older but it adds to the charm. Room was very clean.
Merikay from Kankakee, IL
December 16, 2009
Traveling as Couple
December 16, 2009
Traveling as Couple
6.0
History.
Unfriendly security. Even harassed.
The hotel is rich in history which is best researched on your own as the staff has little knowledge. The staff was certainly friendly, and it was like walking back in time when we checked in.
Harold from Cincinnati, OH
December 13, 2009
Business Traveler
December 13, 2009
Business Traveler
8.0
Clean, good service and good restaurants.
The handle for the bathtub broke.
The hotel is attractive and near enough to the conference center to walk.
Mariellen from Nashua, NH
December 2, 2009
Traveling as Couple
December 2, 2009
Traveling as Couple
9.0
Great view, great room, and great concierge.
Breakfast experience was not fabulous.
Incredible value for the price! Excellent place. If the price stays right, we'll definitely return.
Jaime from Oklahoma City, OK
November 27, 2009
Traveling as Couple
November 27, 2009
Traveling as Couple
10.0
This was our second stay and I enjoy the age of this hotel but with updated amenities & cleanliness. The view, if lakeside, is beautiful!
Everything was enjoyable except the staff in the breakfast restaurant. We were not offered any refills or checked on until we were finished.
I would stay at this hotel every time. The price and atmosphere are very enjoyable!
DE from Benton Harbor, MI
November 25, 2009
Traveling as Couple
November 25, 2009
Traveling as Couple
6.0
The price.
I did like anything about the hotel.
I was very unhappy with my stay and will never go or tell anyone about it. The hotel had no hot water on the fifth floor. Who knows if there would have been any water on the 13th floor where my first room was. This is just the first downing. ...read more
Doug from Perry, IA
November 25, 2009
Solo Traveler
November 25, 2009
Solo Traveler
10.0
Staff was very helpful. Parking was close.
Everything was fine.
This is a great place to stay. Full of history.
Timothy from Grand Haven, MI
November 25, 2009
Solo Traveler
November 25, 2009
Solo Traveler
8.0
Good bar area.
Workers on strike.
Other than the striking workers, the hotel was fine.
Jim from Lawrence, KS
November 23, 2009
Business Traveler
November 23, 2009
Business Traveler
3.0
Cheap for the location.
Poor service.
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