Top Motels and 2 Star Hotels in Downtown Chicago from CA $137

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1. Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Downtown Chicago

Bill

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, leather sofas, and a view of the cityscape.

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Downtown Chicago

Gabriela

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A restaurant interior with round tables and chairs, a bamboo-themed wall mural, and wall-mounted lighting fixtures.

3. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Downtown Chicago

Michelle

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

4. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Downtown Chicago

Luke

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL CHICAGO' sign, modern architecture, and a street with light trails indicating traffic.

5. Hotel Chicago West Loop, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Near West Side

Raymond

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A building with a balcony adorned with flower boxes containing various flowers, a sign for Holiday Inn Express, and a street view with parked cars and buildings in the background.

6. Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

Downtown Chicago

Paulo

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

An outdoor rooftop lounge with seating, planters, and a view of surrounding high-rise buildings.

7. Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

Downtown Chicago

Peggy.

CA $262 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and tables, offering a city skyline view.

8. Best Western River North Hotel

Downtown Chicago

Alexis

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A compact room with a sofa, a small table, a cat tree, and a bed with a window view.

9. GRAND HOUSE 424

West Town

George

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A hallway with a mirror, two armchairs, a chandelier, and a bookshelf.

10. Boulevard Stays - River North

Downtown Chicago

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, a microwave, a kettle, and a refrigerator with a beverage air system.

11. Selina Chicago

Downtown Chicago

12. Historic Charm in Downtown Chicago

Downtown Chicago

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13. EQC Hotel 662

Downtown Chicago

A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled 'The Tremont Hotel' and a red awning.

14. The Tremont Chicago Hotel

Downtown Chicago

Phyllis

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

15. The Chicago Hotel Collection - Millennium Park

Downtown Chicago

Ashley

16. Gale Chicago

Downtown Chicago

Edgardo Luis Rivera

17. Inn of Chicago

Downtown Chicago

Carly

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. Large windows offer a view of tall buildings.

18. Steps To Everything - Michigan Ave 42/43

South Loop

A modern hotel room with a glass-enclosed pool, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

19. The Buckingham Athletic Club & Hotel

Downtown Chicago

20. Union League Club OF Chicago

Downtown Chicago

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Travelers can find great deals on Downtown Chicago 2-star hotels from CA $137 with Expedia – but remember that prices vary throughout the year. Factors like demand and location can affect hotel prices, and it's often more expensive to stay in Downtown Chicago hotels during weekends, holidays and high season. Try searching for 2-star Downtown Chicago hotels during midweek to track down the best deals.

What is the difference between a 2-star Downtown Chicago hotel and a 3-star hotel?

With all the home comforts travelers need, 2-star Downtown Chicago hotels make a great base for exploring. These hotels are designed for convenience, and usually have comfy rooms, daily housekeeping services, and a 24-hour front desk. Some also have their own restaurant. For travelers who want to take things up a gear, 3-star Downtown Chicago hotels might tick all the boxes. These mid-range hotels often have spacious rooms and extra amenities for a relaxing stay, such as a pool, gym, restaurant or bar.

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