Lyons, IL

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Lyons, Illinois, USA - Sep 15th 2022 - The historic site of the Chicago Portage and the birth of the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal. Designated as a national historic site in 1952.
Lyons, Illinois, USA - Sep 15th 2022 - The historic site of the Chicago Portage and the birth of the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal. Designated as a national historic site in 1952.
Lyons, Illinois, USA - Sep 15th 2022 - The historic site of the Chicago Portage and the birth of the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal. Designated as a national historic site in 1952.

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Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
$93 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
$109 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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! (9,933 reviews)
No heat in my room

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

4 out of 5
150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL
$131 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
$154 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
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! (3,406 reviews)
St Add very friendly, clean and great breakfast

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

4 out of 5
600 N State St Chicago IL
$103 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$120 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,684 reviews)
Outstanding

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
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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! (1,094 reviews)
Room was okay, but first room was dirty with stained bed sheets and peeling wrap on the cupboards. It was nice, may choose to stay again

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Level Chicago – Old Town

Level Chicago – Old Town

4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street Chicago IL
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (431 reviews)
Had a great stay!! Kelly at the front desk was so sweet

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Level Chicago – Old Town
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! (696 reviews)
clean room, awesome view

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
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Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field featuring cbd, a sporting event and a city

Wrigley Field

4.5/5(2,128 reviews)

Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

Wrigley Field
Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept

Michigan Avenue

4.5/5(332 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Michigan Avenue
Navy Pier featuring a sunset and rides

Navy Pier

4.5/5(4,870 reviews)

A Ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

Navy Pier
McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city

McCormick Place

4.5/5(1,805 reviews)

Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.

McCormick Place
Soldier Field featuring a skyscraper, modern architecture and a city

Soldier Field

4.5/5(1,256 reviews)

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Soldier Field
Beautiful autumn colors surround modern architecture in Millennium Park, Chicago during a sunny day

Millennium Park

4.5/5(7,198 reviews)

A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.

Millennium Park

Things to do

Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission

Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission

$44
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center

Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center

$166
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center
Flyover in Chicago

Flyover in Chicago

$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Chicago
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

$41
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

$25
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
cruise ship sailing past navy pier in chicago

City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise

$204
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
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Reviews of Lyons

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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

I wouldn't stay again based on cleanliness of room and pool.

5/5 - Excellent

Al

Excellent hotel and I will stay here again

4/5 - Good

Joel

Clean, quiet area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lyons seemed like a decent little town. Had no problem at all with hotel or town. I think the hotel was a little pricey for what they offer but all in all it is alright.

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