Essex Travel Guide
Chicago
Things to do
Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket
360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise
Top hotels in Essex
Congress Plaza Hotel
"The hotel is very dated. Room was not very clean, shower nob was broken, toilet was broken and would not flush. There wasn’t a lot of staff. The phones were not working it would send your calls to other departments. The TV casting wasn’t working. Basically nothing worked. Area didn’t feel safe at ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop
"The property was old and defiantly not 4 star hotel. At best its a 3 Star hotel. Location was great"
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
"Very clean"
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Omni Chicago Hotel
"Great location convenient to everything."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"The staff is hard to reach before you get to the hotel. Once we arrived there were zero issues."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Essex
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
