We opted not to reserve a hotel block so everyone has the flexibility to choose the accommodations that best suit their stay.

We recommend staying in The Loop or River North for a classic Chicago experience, though there are excellent options throughout the city. Our recommendations are listed below, or feel free to browse accommodations on Expedia or Airbnb.

Hotel Recommendations

+ Location/Neighborhood

☞ Luxury

Nobu Hotel — West Loop

The Hoxton — West Loop

Pendry Chicago — The Loop

Viceroy Chicago — Gold Coast

☞ Mid-Range Favorites

Hotel Riu Plaza — River North

Hilton Chicago — Michigan Avenue

Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel — The Loop

☞ Closest to the Venue

Hotel Zachary — Wrigleyville

The Hotel at Midtown — Bucktown

☞ Unique Chicago Stays

Sports Illustrated Hotel — The Loop

Chicago Athletic Association Hotel — Michigan Avenue

Travel Tips

Chicago has hotels across all major brands, making it easy to redeem Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, or IHG rewards.

Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders can also use The Edit benefits or their $250 IHG credit at eligible properties.

Price Matching:

Many travel booking sites (Expedia, for example) offer price matching or flexible cancellation. If your reservation is refundable, it’s worth checking rates periodically—you may be able to rebook or request a lower price if the same room drops in cost before your stay.

Parking:

Hotel parking in Chicago can be expensive. We recommend checking SpotHero in advance, which often offers significantly discounted parking nearby.