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Property	Property class	Guest rating
L7 Chicago by LOTTE	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 5,155 reviews	View
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 3,895 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Chicago	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 3,504 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,218 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Chicago/River North	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,918 reviews	View

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Downtown Chicago

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views, and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

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Magnificent Mile

Upscale shopping district with luxury department stores, boutiques, and acclaimed restaurants, featuring landmarks like the Wrigley Building and Chicago Water Tower. The Magnificent Mile is easily accessible by public transit and seasonal trolley service.

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The Loop

Chicago's central business district boasts numerous global businesses, retail establishments, and theaters. Explore the Loop Retail Historic District, Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District, and visit iconic attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago.

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A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.

River North

Artistic spirit thrives here, with art galleries and a design district featuring luxury interior furnishings. Explore Kingsbury Park, enjoy vibrant nightlife on Hubbard Street, and visit the iconic Contemporaine Building.

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Lincoln Park

Upscale national retailers, boutiques, and bookstores abound in this affluent area, alongside numerous restaurants and coffee shops. Must-see attractions include Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago History Museum, and North Avenue Beach. Easily accessible via CTA transit and major roads.

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Top Essex Hotel Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room super nice staff and excellent location. View spectacular"

Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

8/10 Good

"The room was clean although the tv was a bit confusing to use the advertising for the room was different from what is shown on here. Overall very nice property not much noise can be heard even with a train station nearby. Staff was great and helpful. Bar is free most days from 3-7 also a free brunch on Sundays as well starting at 11 did not make it to the other events. Overall I had a really good stay."

The Wade

8/10 Good

"The hotel property was beautiful; however, the staff was less than accommodating. During check-in, three groups waited 10 to 15 minutes before receiving assistance. While we were waiting, a staff member entered the office directly behind the check-in desk, where another employee appeared to be engaged in a conversation. That employee could clearly see the three groups waiting but allowed the door to close and did not offer assistance. The groups continued waiting for several more minutes before the same staff member emerged from the back office to assist guests checking into their rooms. On Monday morning, my wife and I went to have breakfast in the restaurant. A sign at the entrance clearly stated, "Please wait to be seated." We stood there for approximately ten minutes while several staff members looked directly at us without acknowledging our presence. After losing patience, I walked down the stairs and asked if someone would be seating us. One of the staff members then informed us that we could seat ourselves at any available table. While the property itself was impressive, the lack of attentiveness and customer service from the staff detracted significantly from our overall experience."

Arlo Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Arlo Chicago was perfect! If you are in a wheelchair, the ADA King room was fully accessible with a low sitting bed, walk-in shower, open sinks, and enough space to get around room. It was quiet with electric blinds making it easy to open/close. The location is within walking distance of just about anything, or a bus stop and train station right out front or a block down to access train. The famous Bean site was a 2 minute walk, the Riverwalk about 5 minutes, and so much more. The parking was so easy. You pull right at back door & unload, and the parking garage is literally at the end of that alley. That was my biggest concern being my first overnight stay in a wheelchair where I must transfer in/out my chair. There is a bar and restaurant inside the hotel, drinks (for a fee) already in the room, a refrigerator, alcohol, water, soda, coffee machine, toiletries, robes, etc. The view was awesome. Thank you for the amazing staff who were so kind & helpful...especially Terell who was more than accommodating in helping us register with parking garage online. The room was clean, common areas welcoming, and I will only stay at this location in the future. My only criticism is that the ADA room had a heavy door and was a sharp right angle to enter, which could potentially be an issue for an electric wheelchair user if they were traveling alone...but the staff would have helped. Be prepared financially, but our room was worth the rate & reasonable for all the amenities."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Essex?

Essex is a neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants, beaches, and shopping.

How many hotels are there in Essex?

Expedia has 5 Essex hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Chicago area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essex, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Essex.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Essex?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Essex, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Chicago neighborhood?

ETA Creative Arts Foundation, Stony Island Arts Bank, and Third World Press are just a few of the places to visit in and around Essex. While you're out sightseeing, Oak Woods Cemetery and South Shore Golf Course are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.

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1. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

2. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Swissotel - Chicago

4. Hyatt Regency Chicago

5. Hilton Chicago

6. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

7. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

8. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

9. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

10. Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

13. citizenM Chicago Downtown

14. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

15. Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

16. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

18. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

19. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown

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Where to stay in Essex

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

River North

Lincoln Park

Top Essex Hotel Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

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