What's it like in Essex?

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

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.

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. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 14.5 km from Essex

Julie

CA $428 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

2. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Jordan Leigh

CA $321 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

3. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Tammy

CA $270 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

4. Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

West Loop, 13.2 km from Essex

Ryan

CA $263 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner | Private kitchen

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

jayne

CA $280 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

6. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

MARTINA

CA $249 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

7. Le Méridien Essex Chicago

The Loop, 12.5 km from Essex

Robert

CA $330 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

8. Congress Plaza Hotel

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

ERIC

CA $293 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

9. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

14.1 km from Essex

Amy

CA $308 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

10. Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Loop, 13 km from Essex

Aleace

CA $320 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

11. Hilton Chicago

The Loop, 12.6 km from Essex

Eric

CA $561 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

12. Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 13.7 km from Essex

Donilyn

CA $309 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

13. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 13.5 km from Essex

Dawn

CA $354 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

14. The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Gold Coast, 16.3 km from Essex

Tina

CA $308 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

15. Freehand Chicago

River North, 14.8 km from Essex

james

CA $256 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 13.8 km from Essex

Diana

CA $323 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

17. Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown

River North, 14.9 km from Essex

Mohammad

CA $303 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

18. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

Theatre District, 13.7 km from Essex

Vikram Surana

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

19. Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

River North, 14.6 km from Essex

Tammie

CA $339 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

55-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, pay movies

20. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex

Julie Ann

CA $316 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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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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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

Hyatt Regency Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel"

River Hotel

8/10 Good

"We were in town for a concert. The location was great and the price was good. Check in and check out was easy. They even upgraded us to a larger room. It was very appreciated. The room was clean and comfortable. The only negative was waiting on an elevator which could take 15 mins. That seems to be the way at a lot of hotels in Chicago so it doesn't matter. Would consider staying there again."

Hotels in Essex, Chicago

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Our top choices for Essex hotels

1. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

3. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

4. Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

6. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

7. Le Méridien Essex Chicago

8. Congress Plaza Hotel

9. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

10. Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

11. Hilton Chicago

12. Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

13. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

14. The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

15. Freehand Chicago

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

17. Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown

18. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

19. Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

20. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Where to stay in Essex

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

River North

Lincoln Park

Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Chicago

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