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
$149 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$177 total
Jul 1 - Jul 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! (10,171 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the city"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 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! (1,833 reviews)
"Staff was extremely friendly and helpful! Very clean and inviting environment!"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$160 nightly
The price is $190 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$190 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (4,483 reviews)
"I booked three rooms at this hotel for a speacial occasion trip to celebrate a graduation. At check in I asked if one of the rooms could possibly have some kind of view of the city. I was quickly told it was not possible as the hotel was sold out. I was very sorry that out of the 100's of rooms in ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 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! (806 reviews)
"Very nice and clean"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 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! (148 reviews)
"2 bedroom apartment with kitchen with everything in, washer/dryer combo in unit, very clean rooms, comfy beds, everything was beyond expectations, highly recommended"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 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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