What is Chicago like for travelers on a budget?

Chicago has cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a great vacation choice for budget-conscious travelers. In addition to its well-known attractions like Millennium Park and Navy Pier, this destination is home to Chicago Riverwalk and Grant Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Chicago?

Based on reviews, Hyatt Place Chicago/Hoffman Estates is a popular 3-star hotel for our travelers looking for an economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options to stay on the cheap include Wrigley Hostel and Quality Inn O'Hare Airport .

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Cheap Motels in Chicago

Motel 6 Rolling Meadows, IL - Chicago Northwest
1800 Winnetka Cir, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
The price is $43 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
3.1/5 (860 reviews)
Motel 6 Rolling Meadows, IL - Chicago Northwest
Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare
2881 Touhy Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL, 60007
The price is $45 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
3.9/5 Very Good! (974 reviews)
Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL - O'Hare
Motel 6 Schiller Park, IL - Chicago O'Hare
9408 Lawrence Avenue, I-90 at Kennedy Expwy, Exit 79-A S., Schiller Park, IL, 60176
The price is $50 per night from May 30 to May 31
3.1/5 (979 reviews)
Motel 6 Schiller Park, IL - Chicago O'Hare
Motel 6 Bridgeview, IL
9625 S 76th Ave, Bridgeview, IL, 60455
The price is $55 per night from May 30 to May 31
3.6/5 Good! (941 reviews)
Motel 6 Bridgeview, IL
Regal Inn - Chicago O'Hare Airport
2448 Mannheim Rd, Franklin Park, IL, 60131
The price is $80 per night from May 23 to May 24
4.1/5 Very Good! (993 reviews)
Regal Inn - Chicago O'Hare Airport
Motel 6 Naperville, IL
1585 Naperville Wheaton Road, Naperville, IL, 60563
The price is $45 per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
3.4/5 Good! (983 reviews)
Motel 6 Naperville, IL
Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL
1000 W Devon Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL, 60007
The price is $45 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
3.6/5 Good! (986 reviews)
Motel 6 Elk Grove Village, IL
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Chicago - Hoffman Estates
2500 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL, 60169-2004
The price is $60 per night from May 25 to May 26
3.2/5 (994 reviews)
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Chicago - Hoffman Estates
Motel 6 Arlington Heights, IL - Chicago North Central
441 W Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL, 60005
The price is $55 per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
3.7/5 Good! (904 reviews)
Motel 6 Arlington Heights, IL - Chicago North Central
Carlton Inn Midway
4944 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL, 60632
The price is $109 per night from May 25 to May 26
4/5 Very Good! (990 reviews)
Carlton Inn Midway

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Cheap Hostels in Chicago

Chicago Getaway Hostel
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614
The price is $79 per night from May 30 to May 31
3.9/5 Good! (989 reviews)
Chicago Getaway Hostel
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
310 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, 60661
The price is $109 per night from May 30 to May 31
4/5 Very Good! (175 reviews)
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
HI Chicago
24 E Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605
The price is $114 per night from May 30 to May 31
4.3/5 Excellent! (993 reviews)
HI Chicago
Wrigley Hostel
3514 N. Sheffield, Chicago, IL, 60657
The price is $161 per night from May 23 to May 24
3.9/5 Very Good! (337 reviews)
Wrigley Hostel

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

3-star Hotels in Chicago

Sonesta Chicago O'Hare Airport Rosemont
10233 W Higgins Rd, Rosemont, IL, 60018
The price is $104 per night from May 29 to May 30
4.2/5 Excellent! (1,072 reviews)
Sonesta Chicago O'Hare Airport Rosemont
Congress Plaza Hotel
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60605
The price is $152 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
3.7/5 Good! (3,899 reviews)
Congress Plaza Hotel
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
243 E. Ontario, Chicago, IL, 60611
The price is $156 per night from May 30 to May 31
4.3/5 Excellent! (1,415 reviews)
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport
6810 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont, IL, 60018
The price is $116 per night from May 29 to May 30
4.2/5 Excellent! (1,602 reviews)
Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown
1 S Franklin Street, Chicago, IL, 60606
The price is $125 per night from May 30 to May 31
4.3/5 Excellent! (2,458 reviews)
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
55 E 11th Street, Chicago, IL, 60605
The price is $137 per night from May 30 to May 31
4.2/5 Excellent! (1,152 reviews)
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk
66 East Wacker Place, Chicago, IL, 60601
The price is $165 per night from May 30 to May 31
4.4/5 Excellent! (1,356 reviews)
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk
Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North
410 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
The price is $169 per night from May 30 to May 31
4.3/5 Excellent! (949 reviews)
Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago River North
110 West Huron St, Chicago, IL, 60654
The price is $152 per night from May 30 to May 31
4.2/5 Excellent! (966 reviews)
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago River North
Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown
201 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611
The price is $189 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
4.3/5 Excellent! (940 reviews)
Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Chicago cheap hotels information

Cheap hotels in Chicago	454
Highest price	$189
Cheapest price	$43
Number of guest reviews	10673
Total number of hotels in Chicago	3225

Frequently asked questions

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Chicago, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in Chicago are February, January, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of snowfall.

Chicago attracts visitors with its theater scene and top museums, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Hunt for bargains with some shopping at Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier, or check out the area's cultural spots like Chicago Theatre.

Scoping out the transportation options in Chicago is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), 15.7 mi (25.3 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). You can walk to nearby metro stations including Monroe Station (Red Line), Monroe Station (Blue Line), and Adams-Wabash Station.

Recent reviews of Chicago hotels
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Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
5/5 Excellent
"Very good"
A verified traveler stayed at Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
Posted 5 days ago
Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
5/5 Excellent
"Modern and the staff was helpful"
A verified traveler stayed at Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Posted 5 days ago
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Congress Plaza Hotel
5/5 Excellent
"建物が歴史があって重厚感があります。部屋も清潔にしてあって広かったです。"
A verified traveler from Cambridge stayed at Congress Plaza Hotel
Posted 5 days ago
Congress Plaza Hotel
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
5/5 Excellent
"Is the place to stay if you want to be in the heart of chicago, really nice hotel, I recomment paying extra for the king river view is totally worth it, also good breakfast and the rooftop is a hot spot in chicago, good to be a guest and have preferences on seating, overall excellent choice"
A verified traveler stayed at LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Posted 5 days ago
LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
5/5 Excellent
"The property is clean and new with the gorgeous views of lake and the city. I’ll definitely stay here again "
A verified traveler stayed at Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Posted 5 days ago
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop
5/5 Excellent
"Nice "
A verified traveler stayed at Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop
Posted 5 days ago
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop
Claridge House
5/5 Excellent
"The room numbers were very confusing to find at first but the room was in perfect condition when we arrived "
A verified traveler stayed at Claridge House
Posted 6 days ago
Claridge House
The Whitehall Hotel
5/5 Excellent
"Beautiful rooms. Incredibly friendly and accommodating staff"
A verified traveler stayed at The Whitehall Hotel
Posted 6 days ago
The Whitehall Hotel
Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport
5/5 Excellent
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A verified traveler stayed at Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport
Posted 6 days ago
Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport

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