With world-class museums, restaurants, and entertainment, there are endless things to do in Chicago (just part of the reason our readers vote it the Best Big City in America year after year). And with that kind of on-the-go itinerary, quality R&R is key—and all the better in beautiful spaces. Enter Chicago’s hotel scene, a vibrant, growing landscape ranging from downtown destinations to cozy neighborhood inns. Like good friends, each one boasts its own distinct personality, ready to welcome travelers from near and far for their own take on a memorable stay; be it through thoughtful design, dynamic dining, state-of-the-art wellness, or award-winning hospitality. From a quaint B&B in Logan Square to five-star hotels on the Mag Mile, here are Chicago’s best accommodations to book now.
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Every hotel review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
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