Southwest Side, IL

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Chicago, IL showing interior views, heritage elements and an airport
Chicago, IL showing interior views, heritage elements and an airport
Chicago, IL which includes cafe scenes and interior views as well as a large group of people
Chicago, IL featuring interior views and an airport as well as a couple
Chicago, IL featuring an airport, interior views and heritage elements

Where to stay in Southwest Side

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Back of the Yards

While Back of the Yards might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.

Back of the Yards
Chicago, IL showing interior views, heritage elements and an airport

Garfield Ridge

3/5(9 area reviews)

Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Garfield Ridge
Chicago Skyline viewed from South Pond in Lincoln Park

Englewood

While you're strolling through Englewood, you may want to check out the beaches and restaurants. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Halsted Station or 63rd Station.

Englewood
Northbrook village landscape, is an affluent suburb of Chicago, located at the northern edge of Cook County, Illinois, United States.

McKinley Park

Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding area.

McKinley Park
Fall landscape at Starved Rock.

Brighton Park

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.

Brighton Park
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New City

Beaches and mountain views are just a few things travelers like about New City. A stop by Union Stock Yard Gate is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

New City
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
$91 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
$107 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
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! (9,832 reviews)
Yes perfectly clean

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
300 E Ohio St Chicago IL
$89 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
$105 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,267 reviews)
2nd time at hotel and will come again.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
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
$107 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$125 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,617 reviews)
Friendly desk staff, clean room. Fridge didn't have temp adjuster and contents froze, bottles broke.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
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! (1,066 reviews)
Amazing easy access to room, very clean, amazing Customer service. And the view was amazing.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 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! (416 reviews)
Property was clean, welcoming, pet friendly

Reviewed on Jan 18, 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (680 reviews)
Everything was very simple. Parking structure connected to building. Building was very good service wise. Safe, quiet, clean. Will be returning

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Kasa Magnificent Mile 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.

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