Des Plaines, IL

Travel Guide

A city skyline with a prominent skyscraper and a river in the foreground.
A paved path through a wooded area with trees and dry grass.
A calm lake with a picnic table and a person sitting at it, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A snowy landscape with trees displaying autumn colors.
Two geese swimming in calm water.

Where to stay in Des Plaines

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Oakton

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Oakton. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Lake Park and Allstate Arena, a few notable attractions nearby.

Downtown Des Plaines

Downtown Des Plaines might not have many top sights, but Allstate Arena and Rivers Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Norma

Norma is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Lake Park and Allstate Arena are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
$121 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$144 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (10,145 reviews)
"We got in pretty late. The front desk staff that assisted us barely put more than 5 words together. He didn’t give any information..most of all the things that didn’t work/broken. The room was extremely small, the bathroom so tight if you closed the door while on the toilet your knees would be jammed ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Omni Chicago Hotel

Omni Chicago Hotel

4.5 out of 5
676 N Michigan Ave Chicago IL
$181 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$215 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,841 reviews)
"The room was very clean and spacious. Very helpful staff. We were able to get into our room early and get a later checkout due to our flights. The Doorman were also very courteous and helpful. Great location!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Omni Chicago Hotel
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl Chicago IL
$189 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$225 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (4,489 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 3, 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! (1,200 reviews)
"The view was beautiful but the 500 security deposit that wasn't discovered until checkout wasn't the best"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Sentral Michigan Avenue
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! (809 reviews)
"Very clean and a wonderful staff! Just aa described"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
The Gem Museum Suites

The Gem Museum Suites

3.5 out of 5
1555 Oak Avenue Evanston IL
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Evanston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Grosse Point Lighthouse ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (151 reviews)
"Excellent location and stay. Highly recommend the restaurant - great breakfast and menu for lunch or dinner. Super helpful staff. Used the business room and had lunch delivered to it from the restaurant. Restaurant also prepared something for me to take out. Would stay there again!"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

The Gem Museum 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.

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