Enjoy unparalleled value and gracious hospitality at one of downtown Chicago’s most legendary hotels. Located across from Grant Park, with views of Lake Michigan, the Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center has been a Windy City icon since 1893, playing host to U.S. presidents, international celebrities and performers, foreign dignitaries and elite travelers from around the world.
Elegant, high-ceilinged rooms come with free WiFi, coffeemakers and cable TV; suites add separate living rooms with dining tables and sitting areas. Some rooms and suites have views of Lake Michigan and marble bathrooms with whirlpool tubs.
The hotel has 50,000 sq ft of event space, including a gold-leafed, Renaissance-style reception hall. Additional perks include a 24-hour exercise room and a barbershop. Dining options consist of an on-site steakhouse, a contemporary restaurant and a lounge.
Constructed in an era when it was fashionable for Chicago’s elite to permanently reside in a hotel, the 804 guest rooms and 35 suites at the Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center offer a grand bridge between "The Windy City’s" legendary past and cosmopolitan present. Befitting their historic design and character, all accommodations are uniquely configured and feature spacious floor plans, high ceilings, expansive bathrooms, and modern technology including in-room internet access and cable for the utmost experience with select rooms and suites featuring spectacular views of Grant Park and Lake Michigan.
Standard Queen Rooms
Located in all three towers of the hotel, our Standard Queen Rooms feature one queen bed as well as a coffee maker and a decorative round table with two chairs in each room.
Standard King
Located in all three towers of the hotel, our Standard King Rooms feature one king bed as well as a decorative round table and two chairs. Executive travelers may request a “Business Class” King, which includes a work desk and chair. Multiple bedded rooms (some with king beds) and connecting rooms are also available.
Lakeview King
Step into one of our beautiful Lakeview King rooms and take in the spectacular views of Grant Park, the Buckingham Fountain, and Lake Michigan. Located in all three towers on the Michigan Avenue end of the hotel, these rooms are appointed with a decorative round table and two chairs. Executive travelers may request a "Business Class” Lakeview King, which also features a work desk and chair.
