Lower West Side Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Lower West Side
Stay near popular Lower West Side attractions
Top hotels in Lower West Side
Congress Plaza Hotel
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
"Snack staff were the highlight of the stay helpful and friendly. Checkout staff did not make eye contact and said go- not welcoming."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
"Location was very good, nice kitchen and nice space. I think the fee and taxes were too high. I paid almost $400 in fees for 6 nights."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
"Everything was great. The front desk was super nice. Very clean hotel. Bars were fun and roomy"
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
River Hotel
"To be honest, we only used the hotel facilities for the basics; the staff was always attentive, and the hotel was in excellent condition. However, the standout feature is its prime location—right in the heart of downtown Chicago—with great connections to all the major tourist attractions to walking ..."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Lower West Side
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue 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.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
