Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Michigan Avenue in Chicago

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Exterior
Exterior
Free buffet breakfast
In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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640 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 187 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(81 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Steps from the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll find Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk. Millennium Park and Navy Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Water Tower Place - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 4 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 15 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bally's Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe & The Juice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

Hotel near Michigan Avenue in Chicago
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and coworking spaces. Free breakfast is served. A fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG.

This Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG offers 175 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 65 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (45 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 45
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 65.00 per day (49 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chicago-Magnificent Mile Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Magnificent Mile
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Chicago-Magnificent Mile
Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Magnificent Mile Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Mile

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG is 13 mi (40-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG on Jul 6, 2026 start from $197, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 1 mi (9-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 1.2 mi (7-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (1-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 40 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG to downtown Chicago?

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG is 1.1 mi away from Chicago.

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1112 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Martha Arcadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was close by, we were in the perfect spot. Have fun in this hotel, this was an amazing property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wuilibaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shops close, great location. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room, views and walkable to everything. The staff was so warm and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, 24 hour fitness center
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Shriya

Liked: Staff & service
Loved the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joaquina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very polite and when I had an issue they made sure I had everything I needed. Will stay again. Their location is perfect too. Walking distance to all shopping and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and room was spotless. Excellent value for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tydale

Disliked: Staff & service
Bigger size, inside pool, better breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

JIMENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were nice & they had toilettries.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautifully rustic
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose Darwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, accesible to nearby establishments and staff were so polite and helpful to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Marcello

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little bit of a tiny room, but overall a great experience, great location, great breakfast included in your stay and kind staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dulce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel super clean, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staff. My wife was unexpectedly discharged from Northwestern Hospital a day earlier than expected and the hotel representative gave me a credit for the last day. I am very satisfied with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeckmaly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and everything clean. The staff was exceleent and also the breakfast is a plus one!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic room which was clean and regularly attended by housekeeping. Staff helpful. Good location for downtown area and Navy Pier. Some good restaurants in walking distance (Portillos, Giordano’s).
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean but a bit dated. Loved the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, courteous staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

This hotel is in a great location in the heart of Chicago! The rooms are tiny but the amenities are great! It is called the tiny hotel of Chicago! I would recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Rishi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean room, adequate breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bakhtiyor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel has a very good location, clean rooms and an excellent breakfast. The rooms are clean, but quite small and have no refrigerator or microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful to me and the amenities helped as well such as breakfast being served each day. The location was perfect for site seeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025