The Best Hotels Closest to Buckingham Fountain in Chicago for 2026

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering city views.

A swimming pool with a ceiling of lights, large windows, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, three armchairs arranged around a central coffee table, and a decorative hanging plant.

A spacious lobby with a modern sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. A large window offers a view of the cityscape.

1. The Langham, Chicago

River North, 1.6 km from Buckingham Fountain

Andrea

￥103,491

￥123,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A pool area with a view of a cityscape, a lounge with wicker furniture, and a person relaxing in the pool.

A modern hotel room with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with large windows, white furniture, and a view of tall buildings.

2. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

River North, 1.6 km from Buckingham Fountain

Otilia

￥77,618

￥92,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel entrance with a classic facade, an American flag, and a sign for Hotel Blake Chicago.

A hotel entrance with a marquee and string lights above the entrance.

A hotel entrance with a marquee, American flag, and a person standing in front.

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

The Loop, 0.9 km from Buckingham Fountain

Ann

￥48,425

￥57,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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.

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden flooring, and a central chandelier. Tables are set with wine glasses and red cushions.

A room with a bed against a window overlooking a cityscape. There is a small table with a book, a vase with flowers, and a cup.

4. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 1.3 km from Buckingham Fountain

christina

￥41,355

￥49,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, featuring a mix of modern and classic architecture, and several potted plants.

A modern staircase with glass railings and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a green sofa, two round tables, a city view, and a chandelier.

5. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

Streeterville, 1.8 km from Buckingham Fountain

Jessica

￥67,777

￥85,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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

A modern interior with wooden shelves, colorful chairs, and hanging plants.

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a contemporary light fixture, and a clean, minimalist design.

6. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 1.3 km from Buckingham Fountain

Germaine

￥29,591

￥35,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of a cityscape.

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a river, and a boat.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa with cushions, a large window with a view of a cityscape and water.

A bar with a circular liquor display, seating with stools, and a city view through large windows.

7. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 1.3 km from Buckingham Fountain

Steve

￥45,229

￥59,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A modern lounge area with seating, a coffee table, and a view of the city at night.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel entrance with a neon sign, a covered walkway, and a cityscape view.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a seating area with bar stools, and a counter with a cash register.

8. Moxy Chicago Downtown

River North, 2.1 km from Buckingham Fountain

Justin

￥31,928

￥37,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a long bar area, red curtains, and a patterned carpet.

A modern room with a teal sofa, a Peloton exercise bike, and a city view through large windows.

A modern living room with a yellow sectional sofa, a red armchair, a blue patterned rug, and a marble coffee table.

A corridor with a checkered floor, rows of blue and white chairs, and string lights.

9. Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 1.4 km from Buckingham Fountain

Hannah

￥35,057

￥41,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel lobby with a bar area, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A high-rise building with a clock tower, large windows, and a busy street with vehicles.

A hotel lobby with leather seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with a view of the cityscape.

A lobby with a sofa, a coffee table, and an ottoman. There are wooden columns and a chandelier.

10. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

Theatre District, 1.3 km from Buckingham Fountain

Karla

￥44,003

￥52,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a river.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and ottoman, a fireplace, and a large window with a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a view of the city.

A modern room with a view of a river and high-rise buildings.

11. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, 1.4 km from Buckingham Fountain

Kamal

￥43,528

￥56,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious lobby with a plush teal sofa, a round coffee table, and a large chandelier.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a coffee table, and a decorative wall with a wavy pattern.

A grand staircase with a geometric patterned floor, marble walls, and a chandelier.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Lasalle Hotel" and a "Grill on 21" sign.

12. The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Theatre District, 1.2 km from Buckingham Fountain

Anthony

￥54,582

￥64,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with a colorful awning and a glass facade.

A bakery display with various baked goods and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large illuminated number '5' on the wall.

13. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 2 km from Buckingham Fountain

Michelle

￥33,730

￥40,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A couple dining at a table with a city view, surrounded by chairs and a variety of dishes.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a glass partition.

14. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 2 km from Buckingham Fountain

Jarred

￥39,150

￥50,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel with a modern glass facade, signage for SpringHill Suites, and a well-lit entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small side table.

A modern reception desk with a sleek design, large windows offering a view of the cityscape, and a contemporary ceiling with linear wood paneling.

15. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

River North, 1.8 km from Buckingham Fountain

Claudia

￥35,187

￥41,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A restaurant interior with brick walls, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a brick wall mural, a green sofa, leather chairs, and a wooden coffee table.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a bar counter, and three bar stools.

A high-rise building with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent glass facade and a series of vertical lines.

16. Arlo Chicago

Theatre District, 1.2 km from Buckingham Fountain

Juana

￥36,831

￥48,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A dining area with a table set for four, large windows offering a cityscape view at dusk.

A modern interior with a central fireplace, seating area, and wall-mounted lighting.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a fire pit, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

A high-rise hotel room with large windows offering a city view, round tables set for dining, and elegant decor with flowers and candles.

17. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 1.4 km from Buckingham Fountain

ShaRona

￥36,643

￥48,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A corridor with ornate black metal railings and a patterned carpet.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the street through a window.

A bed with a pillow featuring a pineapple design and the text "Sleep with me." A window reveals a cityscape at night.

A multi-story building with a grid of windows, surrounded by other high-rise buildings.

18. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Theatre District, 1.1 km from Buckingham Fountain

Jennifer

￥36,122

￥47,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a wall of bookshelves.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a chaise lounge, a round table, and a view of a building through a large window.

A marble-floored hallway with a central archway, flanked by columns and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern indoor lounge area with seating, a coffee table, and potted plants.

19. Kimpton Gray Hotel by IHG

Theatre District, 1.2 km from Buckingham Fountain

Shaneeka

￥51,516

￥66,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.

An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables, chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the cityscape.

20. Loews Chicago Hotel

Streeterville, 1.6 km from Buckingham Fountain

Elisa

￥40,630

￥53,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Buckingham Fountain

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Langham, Chicago	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 2,016 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 1,260 reviews	View
L7 Chicago by LOTTE	9.6 Exceptional 4,778 reviews	View
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Buckingham Fountain Hotel Reviews

Hilton Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"My stay at the Chicago Hilton was truly exceptional. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the beautiful and elegant surroundings, outstanding amenities, and impeccable service. The staff were gracious, attentive, and professional, making the entire experience feel warm and welcoming. The hotel itself is absolutely gorgeous, with amenities that exceeded my expectations. I look forward to staying here again and would highly recommend the Chicago Hilton to anyone seeking a memorable and luxurious experience in Chicago."

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"TV didn't work"

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful two-night stay at Fairmont Chicago last weekend. We were so happy and pleasantly surprised when the hotel upgraded us to a beautiful suite. The suite was spacious, comfortable, and very nice, which made our stay even more special. We also really enjoyed the Gold Lounge. It was beautiful, comfortable, and offered a wonderful place to relax and enjoy food and drinks. The service was excellent, and everyone was friendly and welcoming. We truly enjoyed our stay and were very happy with our experience at Fairmont Chicago. We would definitely love to stay here again!"

Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff and the hotel is in a perfect location"

Arlo Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was smooth and stress-free. The room was exactly what you need after a long travel day. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was kept in perfect condition."

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Room was comfortable & very clean. Staff was very accommodating."

Congress Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"My stay was great. But the hallway was off putting."

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"I really liked the fact they had water stations with bottles you could fill up"

Hyatt Regency Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"great location"

Other attractions near Buckingham Fountain

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a park with fallen leaves.

Grant Park

9.2/10 (12,844 reviews)

Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.

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A grand staircase in a historic building with classical architecture, including columns and ornate railings.

Art Institute of Chicago

9.4/10 (7,898 reviews)

Explore a massive collection of works celebrating different cultures and historical times, from ancient Egypt to modern installations.

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Butler Field

Butler Field is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

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Buddy Guy's Legends

After visiting Buddy Guy's Legends, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Fine Arts Building

9.0/10 (99 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fine Arts Building in Chicago. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Museum of Contemporary Photography

8.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Photography during your trip to Chicago. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Columbia College Chicago

8.4/10 (164 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Columbia College Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Jazz Institute of Chicago

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Jazz Institute of Chicago in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Buckingham Fountain?

Buckingham Fountain is located in a vibrant area of Chicago known for its beautiful lakeside setting and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 489 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Buckingham Fountain?

Adjacent to Buckingham Fountain, Congress Plaza Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Chicago and Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Buckingham Fountain?

Expedia has 489 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Buckingham Fountain.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Buckingham Fountain, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations 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 be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Buckingham Fountain.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Buckingham Fountain?

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What can I see and do near Buckingham Fountain?

Art Institute of Chicago, Fine Arts Building, and Field Museum of Natural History feature captivating exhibits. Explore landmarks like Dearborn Station, Chicago Cultural Center, and Chicago Board of Trade Building. You can catch a show at Auditorium Building and Theatre, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and Symphony Center.

How can I get to Buckingham Fountain?

With so many transportation options, seeing the area around Buckingham Fountain is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like State Station, Clark-Lake Station, and Lake Station. If you're taking a train into town, Millennium Station, Chicago Van Buren Street Station, and Chicago Union Station are the closest train stations to Downtown Chicago.

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Our top choices for Buckingham Fountain hotels

1. The Langham, Chicago

2. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

4. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

5. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

6. citizenM Chicago Downtown

7. Hyatt Regency Chicago

8. Moxy Chicago Downtown

9. Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

10. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

11. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

12. The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection by Marriott

13. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

14. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

15. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

16. Arlo Chicago

17. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

18. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

19. Kimpton Gray Hotel by IHG

20. Loews Chicago Hotel

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Top Buckingham Fountain Hotel Reviews

Hilton Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Arlo Chicago

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

Congress Plaza Hotel

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Other attractions near Buckingham Fountain

Grant Park

Art Institute of Chicago

Butler Field

Buddy Guy's Legends

Fine Arts Building

Museum of Contemporary Photography

Columbia College Chicago

Jazz Institute of Chicago

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