Family-Friendly Hotels Near Millennium Park

Downtown Chicago has plenty of rooms to stay, but it is very hard to find low-price budget friendly hotels in downtown Chicago. Being financial district of the Midwest, everyday there is always something going in downtown Chicago, such as conventions, events and/or shows. There is always very high demand for hotel rooms in downtown Chicago.

High demands for hotel rooms in downtown makes it more difficult for budget travelers who are looking to stay in downtown, close to all top attractions including the Millennium Park. If you are planning to visit Chicago during slow season, January through March, then chances are good to get the hotel rooms at lower price. Trust me, don’t be surprised if you find very high rates for your travel dates even during slow season. You never know, any convention or event might raise hotel room rates for that time during slow season. I recommend you to keep your travel dates flexible to avoid popular annual events to get the best hotels near Millennium Park.

Travelers planning to visit Chicago on budget must stay in nearby surrounding neighborhoods from downtown Chicago to get hotel rooms at lower price. I believe that you will need hotel room just to unwind after a long day of sightseeing, tours and activities in Chicago.

There are many hotels near Millennium Park, but hotel rates keep fluctuating throughout the year. As in general, hotel room rates ranges higher over $500 through $100 or lower, but I have tried to come up with the hotels near Millennium Park that may cost you $200 or less with parking options that can save money. Like I said earlier, current demand for the hotel rooms during your travel dates might increase hotel rate tremendously.

Travelers who are driving a car must consider additional parking fee in downtown hotels. There is not free parking in Chicago downtown, unless parking is included in hotel package offer. You will be paying average $25 to $65 per day for parking at the hotel without any discounted package offer. If hotel is not offering Park & Stay package for your travel dates, then you may consider to park at one of the public garage for your stay at lower price, but there are always pros and cons associated with parking options.

Parking at Hotel vs parking at Public Garage

• Parking at hotel cost you high price compared to public open garage
• Parking at hotel gives you in-and-out access throughout your stay in downtown Chicago
• Parking at public garage doesn’t allow multiple entries throughout your stay.
• Public garages are open, so less secured compared to hotel parking garages

If you decide to park at public garage during your stay in Chicago, then ParkWhiz is one of the best parking spot finder service that I have always used for reserving a parking spot. Millennium Park Garage is also good option for multi-day parking, I have not experienced, but I have heard different opinions and stories about overnight parking at the Millennium Park garage.

Family-Friendly Hotels near Millennium Park in Chicago

Hilton Chicago Downtown

Address: 720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Distance from Millennium Park: 1 mile

What to Expect:
Hilton Chicago is conveniently located close to the Millennium Park. It’s a full service hotel so you will have to pay for the breakfast. Hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi access in the lobby area.
Self-parking: $62.00 (Garage Parking)
Valet: $75.00 (Valet Parking)

Getting to Millennium Park: Walking distance.

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown

Address: 33 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654
Distance from Millennium Park: 1.5 miles

What to Expect
Hotel offers complimentary free breakfast and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Hotel doesn’t offer Self-parking. Valet parking for $59 is the only option available for travelers with a car.

Getting to Millennium Park:
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago downtown Hotel is located 1.5 miles away from the Millennium Park, so either you can decide to walk or take CTA “L” train. Travelers can take CTA Red Line train going towards Dan Ryan, from Grand Ave station and get off at Monroe station, walk two blocks east on Monroe to Michigan Ave for the Millennium Park. Grand and State St, red line “L” train station is just a block away. You can ask anyone at the hotel to get direction to the station.

Swissotel Chicago

Address – 323 E Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
Distance from Millennium Park – 0.5 mile

What to Expect
Luxury hotel in Downtown Chicago at reasonable price. Hotel is situated close to popular attractions such as the Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile. At the time of writing this article I checked with the hotel and found out that Swissotel is offering FREE Park & Play discount package. Check here to view detail! In my opinion, Swissotel is one of the best hotels near Millennium Park with FREE parking package offer.

Getting to Millennium Park: Walking distance.

Ohio House Motel

Address: 600 N LaSalle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654
Distance from Millennium Park: 1.1 mile

What to Expect
Ohio House motel offers FREE parking for guest! Awesome deal! As in general, it is very rare to find a hotel with free parking in downtown Chicago. Hotel also offers free Wi-Fi and breakfast. Hotel is not fancy or upscale like other brand hotels in the area, but definitely a good option for budget travelers in Chicago.

Getting to Millennium Park:
It’s always fun to walk in downtown Chicago. But, considering weather conditions if you decide to avoid walking then you can catch red line “L” train going towards south, 95th/Dan Ryan route, from Grand Ave station, located near Grand Ave and State Street.

Best Western River North Hotel

Address: 125 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60654
Distance from Millennium Park: 1 mile

What to Expect
Best Western River North hotel offers free Wi-Fi internet and onsite parking for $25/day. In my opinion, you will not be able to get parking lower than $25/day at any brand hotels in downtown Chicago.

Getting to Millennium Park:
Best Western River North hotel is just a mile away from the Millennium Park. If you do not feel like walking then you can hop on CTA red line “L” train from Grand Ave station and get off at Monroe station. Walk two blocks east on Monroe toward Michigan Ave.

Best Western Grand Park Hotel

Address: 1100 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Distance from Millennium Park: 0.9 mile

What to Expect
Best Western Grand Park Hotel offers all basic amenities including Valet Parking for $52/day. Guest also get complimentary both wired and wireless High-Speed Internet access. Hotel is conveniently located close to the world famous The Field Museum of Natural History and the Shedd Aquarium.

Getting to Millennium Park:
I would walk to the Millennium Park from the hotel. But you can also take CTA bus service , from Michigan Ave & 11th Street bus stop to Michigan Ave & Monroe stop, going north on Michigan Ave.

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown

Address: 506 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607
Distance from Millennium Park: 1.5 miles

What to Expect
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown Hotel offers $50/day on-site parking, but check their promotional Parking and Breakfast package. Holiday Inn Parking and Breakfast package includes one complimentary parking per room and breakfast voucher for 2 adults. You will have to purchase breakfast for additional guests in room. Hotel doesn’t offer complimentary breakfast, so in my opinion, with package offers you can save money on parking and breakfast for two adults with this offer.

Getting to Millennium Park:
Hotel is located only 1.5 miles away from the Millennium Park. It’s walking distance, but if needed you can take CTA Blue Line train from Clinton station towards O’Hare, and get off at Monroe station. Walk three blocks east towards Michigan Ave for the Millennium Park.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Downtown

Address: 40 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Distance from Millennium Park: 1 mile

What to Expect
Homewood Suites hotel is one of the best hotels near Millennium Park in Chicago. Hotel offers complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi Internet to guests during stay. Adult guests can also enjoy complimentary beer and wine in the evening at Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Downtown. I loved the indoor top-floor pool with excellent views of downtown Chicago. Isn’t it awesome to relax in heated pool, while enjoying views? Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-downtown offers Park & Stay package, which includes free parking per room, with every night of your stay at the hotel.

Getting to Millennium Park:
Hotel is located close to the Millennium Park and Museum Campus. You can either walk to the Millennium Park through Magnificent Mile, or take a train from the Red Line station located one block away from the hotel.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Address: 511 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
Distance from Millennium Park: 1 mile

What to Expect
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hotel on Magnificent mile offers free made-to-order breakfast, complimentary drinks and Wi-Fi. Embassy suites by Hilton Chicago downtown Magnificent Mile provides self-parking service for $46/day and Valet Parking service for $65/day with in-out access.

Getting to Millennium Park:
The Millennium Park is only 1 mile away from the hotel. If you do not want to walk then take a bus from Columbus & Illinois stop to Michigan & Washington Ave, the Millennium Park is across from the bus stop. If you are new to Chicago, then make sure to ask bus driver in advance for the Millennium Park stop.

Above list of hotels near the Millennium Park will help you choose the right hotel that fits your budget and necessary amenities. In my opinion, any hotel with complimentary breakfast is perfect for the family with kids. All these hotels near the Millennium Park offers paid parking, but few hotel offers Park & Stay package. Make sure to check whether the package offer is available for your travel dates or not. I have noticed that few hotels in downtown Chicago has started offering Park & Stay packages that can save money. Are you visiting Chicago but not looking for a hotel near Millennium Park? Find out where to stay in Chicago during your visit!

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