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Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5-star property
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 1-855-201-7819
3.9 out of 5
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"The Hotel inside is in very poor conditions. Comparable to Motel 6 . Ceilings falling down 13th floor, carpet were gross , walls.. everything looked ... " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 15 May 2023

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Hotel Description

3.5-star hotel near Columbia College Chicago

City center stay

With a stay at this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll be steps from Auditorium Building and Theatre and Columbia College Chicago. Museum of Contemporary Photography and Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies are also within half a mile (1 km).

Dining options, 2 bars/lounges

This smoke-free hotel's 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and gym are some of the featured amenities. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a coffee shop, and express check-in are also offered.

Queen Room, Interior View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$135* Per night/room May 31 - Jun 1

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Accessible Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Lakeside

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Congress Plaza Hotel ratings based on 66 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.9 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Congress Plaza Hotel

Everyone (31) Couples (7) Family (18)
3 out of 5
The Hotel inside is in very poor conditions. Comparable to Motel 6 . Ceilings falling down 13th floor, carpet were gross , walls.. everything looked horrible, the bed was so hard my back niw hurts, but the beds were very clean and excellent location , near the soccer stadium. Walking distance to everything. Out of 10 I rate 4

Posted by on May 15, 2023

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May 16, 2023 by shakeel

Thank you for staying at Congress Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
Historic building

Posted by on Apr 24, 2023

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Apr 25, 2023 by SHAKEEL

Thank you for choosing Congress Plaza Hotel

2 out of 5
During my two nite stay, I had no hot water in the shower, ice cold. After the first nite I let the desk know and they said they would send an engineer to correct it, they did not. I asked for consideration on my bill and they said that their gm would be made aware. I have heard nothing. Very disappointing.

Posted by on Apr 21, 2023

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Apr 22, 2023 by SHAKEEL

Thank you for choosing Congress Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
Location and transportation options to Art Museum and China Town were our first criteria. The staff was great and very accommodating. Some good food options near the hotel added to the experience.

Posted by on Apr 3, 2023

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Apr 4, 2023 by SHAKEEL

Thank you for staying at Congress Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5
What I liked about the congress was the great hospitality what I didn’t like there wasn’t free parking

Posted by on Mar 30, 2023

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Mar 31, 2023 by SHAKEEL

Thank you for staying at Congress Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5
The doorman at the hotel was excellent with information on how to get to every place we visited.

Posted by on Mar 21, 2023

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Mar 22, 2023 by shakeel

Thank you for choosing Congress Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5
Amazing staff , Steve the doorman/security especially!!!

Posted by on Mar 9, 2023

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Mar 16, 2023 by shakeel

Thank you for choosing Congress Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 27, 2023

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Mar 19, 2023 by shakeel

Thank you for staying at Congress Plaza Hotel

5 out of 5
Wonderful staff and beautiful hotel

Posted by on Feb 24, 2023

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Feb 27, 2023 by shakeel

Thank you for staying at Congress Plaza Hotel

2 out of 5
Historic-Dirty inhospitable, dangerous feeling

Posted by , from ST PAUL on Jan 29, 2023

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Jan 30, 2023 by shakeel

Thank you for staying at Congress Plaza Hotel

About the Congress Plaza Hotel

Location 520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605

Property Features

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. There's an onsite business center. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 50000 square feet (4645 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Congress Plaza Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. This 3.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 870 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 50000 sq ft of conference space
  • 4645 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1893
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Chicago Van Buren Street Station (0.4 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Metro station: Harrison Station (0.4 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Congress Plaza Hotel offers 870 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Sitting area
  • Deep soaking tub
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekends from 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Tavern Tap - This sports bar serves breakfast only.

Tavern Tap - Onsite sports bar. Open select days.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 5:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property. A shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas and guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Security system
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 16–23 for adults, and USD 12–18 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 54.00 per night
  • Early check-in fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 59.00 (subject to availability)
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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  • Congress Hotel Plaza
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  • Congress Plaza Chicago
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  • Plaza Congress Hotel
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You should know

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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