Jeff here with yet another can’t-miss holiday destination. This week we’ll explore one of my all-time favorite hot spots – The Windy City. I travel here time and time again to catch Cubs games at Wrigley Field and Bulls games at the United Center, take relaxing walks at Lincoln Park, watch cool shows at the Adler Planetarium, and even gaze out at the Willis Tower which, to my surprise, is the tallest building in the United States. I’m also quite fond of animals, which is why I always frequent both the Lincoln Park and Brookfield zoos when I get the chance. No matter what, I always feel right at home in this city.
Of course, one of Chicago’s biggest draws is its hotels, and I have no complaints about any of the ones in which I’ve stayed or visited. For one, I went to Hotel SAX Chicago for a meeting and was wowed by the sheer sophistication found inside. The hotel’s guest rooms and meeting rooms are fitted with state-of-the-art technology, which is always a huge plus whether I’m vacationing or on business. Also, the Crimson Lounge is a great place to grab a cocktail and unwind in the evening, while Xbox game stations and MP3 players in The Studio make for a day of fun and play with friends.
In addition, I found the Four-Diamond Swissôtel Chicago to be a great place to catch a breather after a busy day sightseeing downtown Chicago. It is within walking distance of the city’s business, entertainment and financial districts, minutes from The Art Institute of Chicago, and within miles of the O’Hare International and Midway airports. If you’re in the mood to pamper yourself, check out the Penthouse Health Club, which simply has it all: a Jacuzzi, heated indoor pool, dry sauna, and all the exercise equipment you could ever want. And if you ever decide to hold an event or meeting in the Chicago area, keep this hotel in mind. It has 65,000 square square feet of meeting space!
Another great property to check out is Hotel 71, located on the Chicago River at Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue. Not only are the rooms huge and spacious, but they afford some of the best views imaginable of either the city itself or the Chicago River. What a nice way to forget the day’s worries! Luckily there is plenty of nightlife and several shops and restaurants in the area should you want to get out for a while.
Moreover, hotels that allow pets are a rare find nowadays, which is why I was pleasantly surprised when I saw that Wyndham Glenview Suites offers 10 pet-friendly suites. My dog, Max, will be more than pleased! This place is also chock full of amenities including shuttle service to local businesses and attractions, and two restaurants that serve mouth-watering meals. The Garden Atrium Cafe is a nice spot to start off the day while eating the hotel’s new Fields & Sun Breakfast.
Last but not least, the eco-friendly Hotel Felix is a great option for travelers seeking boutique intimacy. You’ll spot the building’s unique 1920s facade before venturing inside to find comfy rooms decorated in earth tones. There’s no doubt that everything there has been carefully designed down to the smallest detail. There are so just many areas where I can just kick back and relax with my wife and kids, including the cozy lounge and spa.
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February 9th, 2010 at 06:17
You should definitely look into this http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/money/who-said-1-00-doesnt-get-you-far-358320/ because they are running awesome hotel deals. They are currently offering as of today.. Jan.26th.. hotels for $1/night. So I would totally check that site out if I were you.
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February 9th, 2010 at 07:01
i found a really good price for the hyatt which was amazing for only $89 instead of reg price of $200 on hotwire. The only downfall to Hotwire is that you will not find out the Hotel until after you purchase online. Their usually great hotels though.
February 9th, 2010 at 09:37
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February 9th, 2010 at 13:41
The best deals are usually on the hotel's own website. I like to use Orbitz or Expedia to narrow the list down to a couple of hotels that look good and then go to the actual site to book.
It's pretty cheap to be in Chicago right now (winter) so I would just book and not have the hassle or worry of wondering how the last minute discount will work out.
February 10th, 2010 at 04:40
You should buy that pass that gets you into all the museums – it is a good deal.
Also buy a multi-day CTA (public transportation) pass, it will give you unlimited rides during that time.
For food, you can check out restaurant.com. There are a LOT of restaurants listed on there. (If you are going to purchase a certificate off of here, look up coupon codes first. You can then possibly pay $5 or less for a $25 certificate).
During that particular weekend, there's going to be fireworks and a lot of fun activities around Navy Pier.
For the best view in Chicago, go to the Hancock (.. the Signature Lounge, not the Restaurant). This will be free (or you can get Sunday brunch there which isn't too expensive). The view is much nicer than at the Sears Tower.
There is lots of shopping along Michigan Avenue. Your girls will love WaterTower place.
Check out metromix.com for more ideas.
February 10th, 2010 at 15:29
If you head over to http://www.resideo.com/us/illinois/chicago/ and click the "Check Availability" button and choose your dates, you can sort the results based on distance from Wrigley Field — that way you can see everything that's bookable at a glance.
Good luck and have fun!
February 11th, 2010 at 02:52
I have had great results from Hotwire.com
February 12th, 2010 at 02:04
I have been to the Allerton. It's just fine, great location, but rooms are kinda small.
February 12th, 2010 at 04:15
Past couple years I have gone to the q101 party at the Hyatt. They do one downtown and one in Rosemont. I've only been to the one downtown and its a lot of fun and HUGE!!!! There are seriously thousands of people there and open bar from beginning to end and food available. Seriously you would be amazed by how big it is. Upstairs they have a band playing and downstairs they have a dj in the convention area. I had about 20-25 friends go last year and it was great but so hard to keep track of everybody. Tickets were about $100 but for everything that you get its well worth it.
PS It's huge!