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
$136 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$162 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
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! (10,186 reviews)
"Great price for the hotel itself and location. Parking was affordable and just a block away. Definitely recommend if you are there for an event at Soldier Field or nearby."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl Chicago IL
$139 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$166 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! (4,456 reviews)
"Good location, bar and brunch were great. View from the pool and fitness centers was u real. Room was clean but sink faucet was loose and leaking and the bathroom door locks didn’t work well or would stick. Other than that it was nice."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

4 out of 5
150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL
$194 nightly
The price is $231 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$231 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (4,529 reviews)
"Très bel hôtel bien situé dans un beau quartier ! Excellent rapport qualité-prix. Chambre un peu petite mais confortable! Très beau déjeuner de type buffet et très belle terrasse sur le toit mais menu limité."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza 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.
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! (1,197 reviews)
"People very helpful and place had a great view"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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! (800 reviews)
"Great location, nice sized apartment, easy communication with host."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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! (145 reviews)
"Like my stay, very pretty hotel"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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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