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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Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 14.5 km from Essex

Julie

CA $427 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Jordan Leigh

CA $347 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Tammy

CA $276 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner | Private kitchen

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

jayne

CA $306 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

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

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

West Loop, 13.2 km from Essex

Terrell

CA $262 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

Marobe

CA $255 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

The Loop, 12.5 km from Essex

Robert

CA $331 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Loop, 13 km from Essex

Dean

CA $306 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area

LIVN - West Loop Chicago

13.6 km from Essex

Pedro

CA $265 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Hilton Chicago

The Loop, 12.6 km from Essex

Nicole M

CA $487 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 13.7 km from Essex

Donilyn

CA $310 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Congress Plaza Hotel

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

Tammy C

CA $316 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

14.1 km from Essex

Bethany

CA $302 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 14.9 km from Essex

Jeffrey

CA $282 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 13.5 km from Essex

Malachi

CA $345 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex

Sonyce

CA $300 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 13.8 km from Essex

Diana

CA $321 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Freehand Chicago

River North, 14.8 km from Essex

Clifton

CA $256 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Central Loop Hotel

Theatre District, 13.5 km from Essex

Sai Vineeth

CA $267 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Streeterville, 15.6 km from Essex

Chameka

CA $291 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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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

River Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was helpful"

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great place to stay for a quick weekend trip. This was convenient to get to off the interstate and was so convenient to walk to all the shops along magnificent mile. Raymond was such a bright welcoming and the two valet drivers were great as well. They even let me keep my vehicle parked later than check out so we could explore some more of the city before we left town. I would stay here again. I wish we could have made it up to the rooftop bar but timing wasn’t our friend. Rooms were slightly outdated and I’ve stayed at places with softer sheets but I’m easy to please!"

The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

10/10 Excellent

"This property and staff was amazing! We planned a small event for my daughters marriage proposal in one of their lounges as well as stayed in one of the rooms. The staff was so appreciatively attentive to our needs to pull off the proposal as a secret. My family felt they went above and beyond when they attended to us during our small event. Because of a plane delay we were scrambling to get things set up, they recognized that and stepped right in to help wherever they could including bringing much needed refreshing glasses of water since we were hot, scrambling and parched. Three families including my husband and I stayed at the Allegro. This hotel is iconic, historic and absolutely beautiful. Our room offered everything we needed: was clean and the mattress was great. All staff from doorman to check-out was very kind and helpful, including the Allegro Lounge with great service and drinks. If we have opportunity to stay in Chicago again we will be staying here."

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Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

LIVN - West Loop Chicago

Hilton Chicago

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Congress Plaza Hotel

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

Freehand Chicago

Central Loop Hotel

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Where to stay in Essex

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

River North

Lincoln Park

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