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A spacious lobby with a central sofa, multiple seating areas, and a decorative ceiling.

1. Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (10,125 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay!"
United States
Ashya
$106 nightly
The price is $126
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Congress Plaza Hotel
Room

2. Chicago Club Inn & Suites

Chicago Club Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Westmont
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,890 reviews)
"I really enjoyed the breakfast and overall the hospitality was great"
United States
Jonathan
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Chicago Club Inn & Suites
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a mirrored wall.

3. The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
3.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,978 reviews)
"Hotel Staff was amazing. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Benjamin
$99 nightly
The price is $118
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Chicago O'Hare Airport

Super 8 by Wyndham Chicago O'Hare Airport
3.5 star property
Elk Grove Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (2,054 reviews)
"Great service and rooms"
United States
Leomarys
$90 nightly
The price is $102
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Chicago O'Hare Airport
An outdoor dining area with tables and umbrellas, overlooking a river with a bridge and high-rise buildings in the background.

5. Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,518 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and a beautiful view."
United States
Pamela
$160 nightly
The price is $190
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by balconies and railings.

6. Marriott Chicago O'Hare

Marriott Chicago O'Hare
3.5 star property
O'Hare
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,449 reviews)
"Great location, excelent staff"
United States
Omar
$143 nightly
The price is $168
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Marriott Chicago O'Hare
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a city view through the windows.

7. Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG

Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
3.5 star property
Rosemont
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,894 reviews)
"Very clean nice looking hotel."
United States
Ngao
$135 nightly
The price is $154
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

8. Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG
3.0 star property
Rosemont
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,211 reviews)
"Great and helpful front desk staff and very accessible from the airport with free shuttle service"
United States
Nilantay Morshed
$132 nightly
The price is $150
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG
Interior entrance

9. Chicago Lake Shore Hotel

Chicago Lake Shore Hotel
3.0 star property
Kenwood
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel. Very clean and we loved the free parking and that they gave you a parking pass. Will definitely be my go to hotel"
United States
Suzanne
$143 nightly
The price is $168
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Chicago Lake Shore Hotel
A modern hotel corridor with a central walkway, wooden paneling on the walls, and a reception desk with a plant.

10. Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,172 reviews)
"Great location, near restaurants and the university. friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Katharine
$122 nightly
The price is $140
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Crowne Plaza."

11. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,764 reviews)
"Nice hotel and location was perfect."
United States
Chriselda
$134 nightly
The price is $159
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, checkered ottomans, and a coffee table. There are black chairs, a blue sofa, and a TV on a stand.

12. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile
3.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,344 reviews)
"Stayed during Lollapalooza and loved it."
United States
Jena
$109 nightly
The price is $130
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile
A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a visible entrance.

13. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop
3.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,693 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Cordula
$118 nightly
The price is $140
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop
Bathroom

14. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical
3.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,749 reviews)
"Room was exceptionally clean, breakfast was delicious and the staff was exceptionally helpful."
United States
Bettye
$183 nightly
The price is $218
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical
A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a vanity.

15. Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago
3.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,547 reviews)
"Loved this stay as a solo traveler!"
United States
Macie
$185 nightly
The price is $220
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago
A restaurant with a long counter, booths, and hanging light fixtures.

16. William Tell Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

William Tell Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
3.5 star property
Countryside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,693 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, room was clean, bed was comfy. Couldn't ask for more."
United States
Alex
$96 nightly
The price is $108
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
William Tell Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a flat facade.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,967 reviews)
"Overall a great stay. It was clean and we had a comfortable place to stay."
United States
Andres
$129 nightly
The price is $153
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON," featuring a modern design with stone pillars and a curved roof.

18. Four Points by Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport

Four Points by Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport
3.0 star property
Schiller Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,080 reviews)
"Dated, but friendly staff and clean. Comfy bed."
United States
Thomas
$144 nightly
The price is $165
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Four Points by Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by modern buildings.

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,262 reviews)
"good breakfast, friendly staff"
United States
Donna
$111 nightly
The price is $132
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
A restaurant interior with a retro 1943 theme, featuring hanging pendant lights, a checkered floor, and a large illuminated 'CHICAGO' sign.

20. Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport

Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport
3.0 star property
Schiller Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (3,223 reviews)
"Good vibe about the place, people seem family-like in attitude and location is very good."
United States
Thomas
$87 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport
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Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL
$212 nightly
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Nov 27 - Nov 28
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Towering skyscrapers frame the stunning Millennium Park where 'The Bean' reflects the city's vibrant energy. Cruise along the Chicago River for spectacular architecture views or catch a Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field.

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Your vacation itinerary is overwhelming with all the exciting activities you want to do during your Chicago visit.

With big plans to attend a Broadway-worthy performance at the magnificent Cadillac Palace Theatre and tickets to the crooning Lithuanian Opera Company of Chicago, you’ll want to stretch your travel budget as far as possible. Instead of forking out a fortune on a five-star hotel, book one of the Chicago 3-star hotels so you can spend more on your Chi-Town adventures and less on your hotel room.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Chicago?
Travelers wanting an affordable and comfortable Chicago stay often select Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.1 mi northwest of the center, comes with premium bedding and a deep soaking bathtub. Like another idea? Located 0.4 mi west of downtown and including hypo-allergenic bedding and complimentary breakfast, Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop is also a top pick among guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Chicago?
Book a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to comfortable and clean rooms and conveniences such as complimentary WiFi, fitness equipment and tea and coffee makers. These properties may also offer a restaurant and bar. Upgrade your Chicago break by choosing a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness center, 24-hour room service and deluxe toiletries, you'll enjoy a heightened level of comfort.

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