Des Plaines, IL

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Prairie Lakes Park in Des Plaines Town of Illinois
Prairie Lakes Park in Des Plaines Town of Illinois
Rosemary S. Argus Friendship Park in Des Plaines Town of Illinois
I like the architecture of this airport. I always find myself snapping pics at O'Hare
Site of the first McDonalds chain restaurant, opened here in 1955. Historic McDonalds memorabilia is displayed throughout the restaurant.

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Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
$101 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$118 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (9,925 reviews)
Staff is very polite and friendly! Grant gardens and bus stops are very convenient. Beautiful views. Historical building and safe feeling.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

4 out of 5
150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL
$156 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
$183 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Michigan Avenue and Chicago ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,477 reviews)
I have stayed at RIU in Guadalajara and I loved it which is why I booked RIU in Chicago. However, upon arrival, the staff member that greeted us seemed to be very annoyed and had an attitude that we were checking in at 6am, although I had previously notified them the time of our arrival. So he proceeded ...

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl Chicago IL
$104 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$122 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,882 reviews)
Parking was very expensive. Fitness areas were good. Room was ok.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
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.
Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE Chicago IL
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,101 reviews)
Restaurants are nearby and the location is super central. I loved it

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Level Chicago – Old Town

Level Chicago – Old Town

4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street Chicago IL
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
Cable TV, cleanliness

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Level Chicago – Old Town
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

4 out of 5
One Superior Place Chicago IL
Stay at this aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (708 reviews)
LOVE LOVE LOVE! Will be back again next year

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
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.

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Reviews of Des Plaines

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
111
5 - Excellent 26%
4 - Good
201
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
99
3 - Okay 23%
2 - Disappointing
15
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
8
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Highly recommend this hotel

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Close to the airport

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love des plaines! I used to live here!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Its a good place to visit.. close to everywhere...i love there is a casino

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

We had dinner at the Hoop and Fiddle in Park Ridge. Lively and fun, with good pub food.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Ok

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