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1. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by HiltonDowntown Chicago
Ashraf
$314 nightly
$373 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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2. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Ann
$316 nightly
$376 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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3. Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza HotelDowntown Chicago
Manuel
$166 nightly
$197 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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4. Hyatt Regency Chicago
Hyatt Regency ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Jerry
$310 nightly
$369 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
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5. The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold CoastDowntown Chicago
Laura
$179 nightly
$213 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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6. River Hotel
River HotelDowntown Chicago
steve
$135 nightly
$161 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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7. Warwick Allerton - Chicago
Warwick Allerton - ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Ana
$157 nightly
$179 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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8. Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
Silversmith Hotel Chicago DowntownDowntown Chicago
Kun
$225 nightly
$267 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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9. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Randall
$155 nightly
$184 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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10. LIVN - Millennium Park Downtown Chicago
LIVN - Millennium Park Downtown ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Marielle
$207 nightly
$243 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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11. Hilton Chicago
Hilton ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Lori
$255 nightly
$304 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
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12. LIVN - West Loop Chicago
LIVN - West Loop ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Tomas
$207 nightly
$243 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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13. Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Eurostars Magnificent MileDowntown Chicago
Brennique
$218 nightly
$260 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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14. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop
Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The LoopDowntown Chicago
Jennifer
$269 nightly
$320 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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15. The Emily Hotel
The Emily HotelDowntown Chicago
John
$289 nightly
$344 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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16. Swissotel - Chicago
Swissotel - ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Bridgette
$264 nightly
$314 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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17. Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago
Hyatt Centric The Loop ChicagoDowntown Chicago
Tamika
$270 nightly
$321 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile
Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown / Magnificent MileDowntown Chicago
Marissa
$180 nightly
$213 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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19. citizenM Chicago Downtown
citizenM Chicago DowntownDowntown Chicago
Germaine
$193 nightly
$229 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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20. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Chicago DowntownDowntown Chicago
ShaRona
$271 nightly
$322 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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Vacation Rentals in Great Lakes
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Scenic Resort
Scenic ResortOscoda
"The Cottage was cozy and enjoyed the stay by the water! It made the whole stay worth it! The manager was very welcoming even though we were a little late! He communicated with me very well and made us feel very welcomed from start to finish ! He helped when we blew a fuse immediately! Was a wonderful experience!"
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Air-Dale Fishing and Hunting
Air-Dale Fishing and HuntingUnorganized North Algoma
"Fantastic place and great folks running it!"
Aparthotel
Kasa Lake Shore Chicago
Kasa Lake Shore ChicagoDowntown Chicago
"Great location and super clean!"
Cabin
Tally-Ho Inn
Tally-Ho InnLake of Bays
"Excellent alternative to the chain hotels. Beautiful location right on the lake."
Cottage
Gold Coast Family Cottages
Gold Coast Family CottagesOscoda
"The location was absolutely perfect!! My 3 year old loved the little play scape on the beach. This mom was able to relax on the water and she played the whole time. Place was pretty sound proof and clean. All amenities were provided which made it pretty nice to cook our meals in. Check in process was kind of weird. I called ahead and let them know I’d be after 3 due to work and there was no direction on how to check in, but the owner picked up the phone right away and unlocked it for me. Will...
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Margarita Vacation Getaway
Margarita Vacation GetawayOro-Medonte
"Very satisfied with the room, spacious clean and it was what we wanted. Checking in was easy, and communication was fantastic with the host. Also enjoyed the amenities!!"
Apartment
Sleek DT Cleveland Apt at City Club
Sleek DT Cleveland Apt at City ClubDowntown Cleveland
"Great location"
Cabin
Betsie Riverside Resort
Betsie Riverside ResortBenzonia
"Fabulous stay, beautiful setting, great hosts"
Cottage
Blue Water Acres
Blue Water AcresLake of Bays
"We had a great time. Friendly staff and well kept cottages with full supplies. So many activities and amenities. Wish the pool/hot tub were bigger but definitely a bonus to have on site. We hope to return in the future!"
Cabin
Keweenaw Waters Resort
Keweenaw Waters ResortHoughton
"Great a Location,view' amenities and host s"
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Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse
Bruce Bay Cottages & LighthouseBruce Mines
"cottages are dated, but very clean....staff is wonderful"
Aparthotel
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Kasa Magnificent Mile ChicagoDowntown Chicago
"Great location, the place has everything you need. Would stay again."
Apartment
Driftwood Haus
Driftwood HausSaugeen Shores
"Great location and all that we needed for our stay."
Aparthotel
The Noble Suites
The Noble SuitesDowntown Brockville
"Close to downtown, shopping, bars and restaurants"
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Stay near popular Great Lakes attractions
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Wrigley Field
9.0/10 (11,704 reviews)
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
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CN Tower
9.0/10 (14,492 reviews)
Take the glass elevator to the lookout points on Toronto’s iconic landmark to enjoy views as far as Niagara Falls or have dinner in high style.
Navy Pier
9.0/10 (24,140 reviews)
A Ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
Rogers Centre
9.0/10 (8,944 reviews)
Come to this multipurpose stadium to watch baseball matches and football games, listen to concerts of famous bands, see family shows or simply tour this central entertainment complex.
Niagara Falls State Park
9.4/10 (12,434 reviews)
This glorious American landmark in Western New York State is the perfect adventure for families and all those who love nature.
Photo by © City of Chicago
Soldier Field
8.8/10 (7,063 reviews)
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Sandbanks Provincial Park
9.2/10 (861 reviews)
Head to the northern shore of Lake Ontario for outdoor fun on and around the water in this large country park.
Cedar Point
9.4/10 (2,053 reviews)
Have a fun-filled day at Cedar Point and see why people love this theme park in Sandusky. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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Top Great Lakes Hotel Reviews
Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great"
Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
8/10 Good
"Close to downtown"
Congress Plaza Hotel
8/10 Good
"The lake view was beautiful, the location was convenient, and the room was newly renovated. Great value for the price overall. The only downside was that the central air conditioning was too cold."
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"Location was excellent, parking garage was very nice, if available choose the rate that includes parking.. staff was very polite and efficient.."
Vittoria Hotel and Suites
8/10 Good
"No microwave in room. No complementary coffee, except for a dinky coffee maker in room. We desire to see a good, fresh, complementary pot of coffee available in the lobby, especially in the morning."
Hilton Chicago
10/10 Excellent
"Be very clear about the destination fees and high parking daily. These totaled to the ‘discount’ I got when I made the reservation. Although not exactly false advertising, it is super misleading."
Fairmont Royal York
8/10 Good
"Check in was a long wait with only 2 staff at the front desk, initially. Thankfully they put more on eventually and the woman I dealt with what lovely who arranged for sparkling wine for our anniversary which was nice to come back to later in the evening. She did say we’d been upgraded to a king room however it was not… for one evening however it wasn’t a big deal. Property is well maintained and elevators came quickly."
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
10/10 Excellent
"Well placed very walkable and accessible to metro, will say the parking and valet needed to be more obvious. Valet said parking was 68 a day front staff said it was included. Just confusing but overall great vobe"
Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel
8/10 Good
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More cheap stays in Great Lakes
Falls Lodge and Suites
6000 Stanley Ave Niagara Falls ON
$43 nightly
$50 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
8/10 Very Good! (3,192 reviews)
Quality Inn & Suites - Toronto West
5585 Ambler Dr Mississauga ON
$80 nightly
$96 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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Comfort Inn & Conference Centre Toronto Airport
240 Belfield Road Toronto ON
$94 nightly
$113 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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Cedar Point's Express Hotel
1201 Cedar Point Drive Sandusky OH
$105 nightly
$120 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
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Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
65 E Harrison St Chicago IL
$155 nightly
$184 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
7.6/10 Good! (2,829 reviews)
Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
160 E Huron Street Chicago IL
$203 nightly
$242 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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8/10 Very Good! (1,601 reviews)
Hotels in Great Lakes with star-rating
5 Star Hotels
27 properties
4 Star Hotels
388 properties
3 Star Hotels
797 properties
2 Star Hotels
777 properties
Find out more about Great Lakes
Top reasons to visit Great Lakes
- Outdoor Adventures: Great Lakes is perfect for hiking, biking, and water sports, offering stunning natural scenery.
- Romantic Scenery: The area features picturesque landscapes, ideal for couples seeking a getaway.
- Shopping Excursions: Explore various shopping malls and centers for a fun retail experience.
- Underwater Parks: Venture into unique underwater parks for a thrilling aquatic experience.
- Weekend Getaways: Great Lakes is an excellent destination for quick escapes filled with diverse activities.
Things to do in Great Lakes
Great Lakes offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventures and romantic scenery, making it ideal for weekend getaways and day trips. Visitors can enjoy recreational areas, explore shopping malls and centers, and even venture into underwater parks. Whether you're seeking a shopping excursion or thrilling outdoor activities, Great Lakes has something for everyone looking to make the most of their vacation.
*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.Booking tips and Expedia advantages for Great Lakes
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Best time to go to Great Lakes
The best time to visit Great Lakes depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature around Great Lakes is in July, when weather is mostly sunny and rainfall is light rain. The coolest average temperature around Great Lakes is in January when weather is mostly cloudy and rainfall is light rain.
 Calendar Month |  Temperature |  Precipitation |  Cloudiness |
| January | 20.1°F (-6.6°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Cloudy |
| February | 21.0°F (-6.1°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Cloudy |
| March | 30.4°F (-0.9°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Cloudy |
| April | 41.9°F (5.5°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Cloudy |
| May | 55.0°F (12.8°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny |
| June | 63.3°F (17.4°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny |
| July | 69.4°F (20.8°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny |
| August | 68.4°F (20.2°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny |
| September | 61.5°F (16.4°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny |
| October | 49.6°F (9.8°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Sunny |
| November | 37.4°F (3.0°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Cloudy |
| December | 28.0°F (-2.2°C) | Light Rain | Mostly Cloudy |