What's it like in Lower West Side?

Lower West Side is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its art, festivals and museums. Are you looking for Lower West Side travel tips? Make sure that you visit Chicago Arts District and Cooper Dual Language Academy while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels are there in Lower West Side?

If you're searching for places to stay in Chicago, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 51 Lower West Side hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower West Side, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Lower West Side.

What are the top things to see and do in Lower West Side?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum, National Museum of Mexican Art or American Police Center & Museum during your stay in Lower West Side. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Chicago Arts District and Cooper Dual Language Academy are some other places worth a visit. United Center and Soldier Field are some popular places to visit in the area around Lower West Side. While you're out sightseeing in Chicago, make sure that you visit other sights such as Theatre on the Lake or Provision Theater.

How can I get around Lower West Side and the greater Chicago area?

If you want to see more of the city, Damen Station (Pink Line) is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include 18th Station (Pink Line) and Ashland Station (Orange Line). If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Chicago Western Avenue Station (BNSF).

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Our top choices for Lower West Side hotels

Aloft Chicago Mag Mile

Streeterville, 6.1 km from Lower West Side

Alec

₹8,864 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 6 km from Lower West Side

Freddie

₹12,262 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Streeterville, 6.7 km from Lower West Side

Lorenzo Martrel

₹8,581 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 6.2 km from Lower West Side

Zachary

₹9,108 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Warwick Allerton - Chicago

Streeterville, 6.2 km from Lower West Side

Adarsh

₹9,751 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

River Hotel

The Loop, 5.4 km from Lower West Side

Zach

₹8,244 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Gold Coast, 6.8 km from Lower West Side

Mary

₹8,713 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Rooftop bar, al fresco dining, open daily

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

River North, 5.8 km from Lower West Side

Melita Jackson

₹10,573 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

Theatre District, 4.6 km from Lower West Side

Luzabeth

₹12,468 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 7 km from Lower West Side

Blake

₹13,900 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

Eurostars Magnificent Mile

River North, 5.9 km from Lower West Side

Margie

₹9,227 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

FOUND Hotel Chicago River North

River North, 5.5 km from Lower West Side

Valerie Louise

₹6,931 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

Hilton Chicago

The Loop, 4.3 km from Lower West Side

Sabeeh

₹16,594 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

River North, 5.7 km from Lower West Side

Cisco

₹9,108 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 5.6 km from Lower West Side

Donnisha

₹19,593 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago

The Loop, 5.4 km from Lower West Side

Nicholas

₹8,881 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jan - 25 Jan

Freehand Chicago

River North, 5.7 km from Lower West Side

Abby

₹7,369 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

The Loop, 4.4 km from Lower West Side

Domenic

₹7,717 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Loop, 4.2 km from Lower West Side

Veronica

₹9,313 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, 5.4 km from Lower West Side

usha

₹14,800 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

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Where to stay in Lower West Side

Find the best Lower West Side areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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Magnificent Mile

A dazzling array of boutiques, luxury shops, famous department stores and pleasant cafés, where shopaholics can lose themselves for hours.

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The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

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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.

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O'Hare

Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.

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