What's it like in Essex?

Essex is a neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants, beaches, and shopping.

How many hotels are there in Essex?

Expedia has 5 Essex hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Chicago area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Essex, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Essex.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Essex?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Essex, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do around this Chicago neighborhood?

ETA Creative Arts Foundation, Stony Island Arts Bank, and Third World Press are just a few of the places to visit in and around Essex. While you're out sightseeing, Oak Woods Cemetery and South Shore Golf Course are a couple of additional sights to visit in Chicago.

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1. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 14.5 km from Essex

Shanequa

￥66,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, checkered ottomans, and a coffee table. There are black chairs, a blue sofa, and a TV on a stand.

2. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex

Carmina

￥40,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A restaurant with booths and tables, a television on the wall, and a view of the street outside.

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

The Loop, 13 km from Essex

John

￥40,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A person relaxing on a sofa with a laptop, a glass of red wine, and a small table with a vase of flowers and a telephone.

4. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex

GUILLERMO

￥54,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent curved glass facade and multiple floors.

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 14.6 km from Essex

Patricia

￥43,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a view of the sea.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Cecilia

￥39,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, leather sofas, and a view of the cityscape.

7. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

Tremecka

￥30,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a visible entrance.

8. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

The Loop, 14 km from Essex

Lauren

￥39,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings, including a Hilton hotel.

9. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Streeterville, 15.6 km from Essex

Brian

￥32,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A brick building with a restaurant named "BARCLAYS" and a sign for "THE COTTAGE OF OAK BURTON."

10. Carleton of Oak Park

22.4 km from Essex

Suzanne

￥19,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Crowne Plaza."

11. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

14.1 km from Essex

Victoria

￥35,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

The Riu Plaza Chicago Hotel facade with a grand entrance, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 14.9 km from Essex

Sean Robert

￥48,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a flat facade.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 13.8 km from Essex

Mythli

￥43,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a red brick building.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

The Loop, 12.3 km from Essex

Aran

￥34,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a colorful facade and a red circular seating area.

15. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex

Kimberly

￥38,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a sign above the door, and two potted plants on either side.

16. Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

Theatre District, 13.6 km from Essex

Jacqueline

￥40,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A dining table set for six with a cityscape view through large windows.

17. Swissotel - Chicago

14.2 km from Essex

Michael

￥52,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a central sofa, multiple seating areas, and a decorative ceiling.

18. Congress Plaza Hotel

The Loop, 12.9 km from Essex

John

￥27,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A large, historic building with a central courtyard surrounded by trees.

19. Hilton Chicago

The Loop, 12.6 km from Essex

Alan

￥34,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

20. The Buckingham Hotel

The Loop, 13.2 km from Essex

Ibrahim

￥47,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Where to stay in Essex

Find the best Essex areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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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

Upscale shopping district with luxury department stores, boutiques, and acclaimed restaurants, featuring landmarks like the Wrigley Building and Chicago Water Tower. The Magnificent Mile is easily accessible by public transit and seasonal trolley service.

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The Loop

Chicago's central business district boasts numerous global businesses, retail establishments, and theaters. Explore the Loop Retail Historic District, Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District, and visit iconic attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago.

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River North

Artistic spirit thrives here, with art galleries and a design district featuring luxury interior furnishings. Explore Kingsbury Park, enjoy vibrant nightlife on Hubbard Street, and visit the iconic Contemporaine Building.

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Lincoln Park

Upscale national retailers, boutiques, and bookstores abound in this affluent area, alongside numerous restaurants and coffee shops. Must-see attractions include Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago History Museum, and North Avenue Beach. Easily accessible via CTA transit and major roads.

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Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Older hotel but that is part of its charm. This place is HUGE. It has many halls and doors which can feel like a maze but it is definitely a while experience. There are no microwaves in rooms, but there are ones located in the lobby. Also... breakfast room service wasn't good. The staff however, was wonderful. I felt VERY safe in this hotel."

Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"This is such a great value, in such a great area. The front desk had great suggestions and helped us with our Chicago Transit day pass. We saved so much by just riding public transit. The room was clean, nice temperature control, perfect for a couple! Such nice staff. Safe area!"

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1. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

4. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

7. Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

8. Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

9. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

10. Carleton of Oak Park

11. Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

14. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

15. citizenM Chicago Downtown

16. Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

17. Swissotel - Chicago

18. Congress Plaza Hotel

19. Hilton Chicago

20. The Buckingham Hotel

Where to stay in Essex

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

River North

Lincoln Park

Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

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