The Best Hotels Closest to Chicago Children's Museum in Chicago for 2026

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A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent Tiffany & Co. store on the ground level.

A modern indoor pool area with large windows, potted palm plants, and lounge chairs.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a grand staircase, and large windows offering views of the city.

A modern bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bartender.

1. The Peninsula Chicago

Streeterville, 1.4 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Levi

￥98,800

￥117,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 dining area with round tables, comfortable chairs, and a dessert display.

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.

2. The Langham, Chicago

River North, 1.6 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Saramae

￥82,518

￥98,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A person relaxing on a sofa with a window view of a building, a table with a glass of wine, and a vase with flowers.

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

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

A room with a bed, a window with curtains, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

3. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 1.5 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Jeffrey Thomas

￥30,346

￥36,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A high-rise hotel with a prominent 'TRUMP' sign, reflecting in the water, surrounded by other tall buildings.

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.

4. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

River North, 1.5 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Cecille

￥72,914

￥86,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel lobby with a spiral staircase, seating areas, and large windows offering city views.

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

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, large windows, and a geometric patterned floor.

5. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 1.4 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Kaitlyn

￥34,835

￥41,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a planter with greenery, and a large brick structure in the background.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a tripod, and a sofa.

A spacious outdoor dining area with large windows overlooking the sea, featuring multiple tables and stools.

A waterfront cityscape with modern buildings, a Ferris wheel, and several cruise ships docked.

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

Streeterville, 0.4 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Shanequa

￥31,442

￥42,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A couple dining at a table with a view of a cityscape and a sunset.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV. A large window offers a view of a cityscape and a tower.

A rooftop terrace with a dining table, chairs, and a view of the cityscape, including the Water Tower Place building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a TV, and a view of the city and ocean.

7. Park Hyatt Chicago

Streeterville, 1.4 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Tom

￥84,225

￥100,135 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A modern staircase with glass railings and pendant lighting.

A modern urban street with high-rise buildings, including a prominent 'The Gwent' and 'Nordstrom' sign.

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

Streeterville, 1.4 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Jessica

￥63,074

￥79,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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.

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 1.2 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Kevin

￥24,791

￥33,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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 bar area with a checkered floor, wooden ceiling, and various bar equipment.

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

10. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 1.5 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Katarina

￥26,918

￥32,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A conference room with a large screen displaying "LOEWS HOTEL" and a long table with chairs.

A reception desk with a textured surface, two laptops, and a potted orchid.

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

11. Loews Chicago Hotel

Streeterville, 0.9 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Daniel

￥37,149

￥49,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged in a corridor, large windows, and hanging lamps.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent "STREGIS" sign, large glass windows, and a well-lit facade.

A rooftop pool area with city views, two lounge chairs, and a small table with a vase.

A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, overlooking a marina with boats and a Ferris wheel.

12. The St. Regis Chicago

0.9 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Xiomara

￥87,576

￥104,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden cabinet, a chair, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern dining area with a round table and chairs, large windows with a city view, and a decorative light fixture.

13. Viceroy Chicago

2 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Emily

￥48,804

￥63,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

14. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 1.2 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Mercy

￥37,623

￥50,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bench, a TV, and a cabinet.

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

15. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Theatre District, 1.9 km from Chicago Children's Museum

RaeQuan

￥26,431

￥36,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A bar area with a long counter, blue bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

16. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, 1.4 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Keeven

￥35,608

￥47,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a building through the window.

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

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

17. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

River North, 1.7 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Keith

￥26,918

￥32,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A view through a circular window of a cityscape with modern buildings and a body of water in the distance.

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

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

18. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

Theatre District, 2.3 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Karla

￥37,781

￥44,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

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

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

19. Arlo Chicago

Theatre District, 1.5 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Pam

￥27,825

￥38,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

A person in a white robe sitting by a window with a view of modern high-rise buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a window with a city view, and a bathroom area with a toilet and a sink.

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

20. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

1.7 km from Chicago Children's Museum

Mohab

￥47,344

￥60,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Peninsula Chicago	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Langham, Chicago	9.8 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
L7 Chicago by LOTTE	9.6 Exceptional 5,038 reviews	View
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 2,048 reviews	View
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile	9.6 Exceptional 656 reviews	View

Top Chicago Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Ideal location. We’ll be back!"

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

8/10 Good

"Good location, nice room and buffet breakfast!"

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

8/10 Good

"Room was good … but there was really bad sewer smell in bathroom"

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"The views from this property of the lake and the city lights was amazing. The location is perfect for nearby events, restaurants and shopping. The staff were very friendly and even sent a text a couple of times during our stay to check on us and ask if we needed anything. The food in the restaurant was delicious and the portions were large. Great value. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Chicago."

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great stay and the staff was fantastic"

Swissotel - Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location by Chicago river. We used parking with spot hero app and valet was very helpful,in showing us how to get to our parking location. Room was spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. Staff was helpful"

Hyatt Regency Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

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Milton Lee Olive Park

Explore the great outdoors at Milton Lee Olive Park, a lovely green space in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Navy Pier

9.0/10 (24,140 reviews)

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

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Harry Caray's Tavern, Navy Pier

Harry Caray's Tavern, Navy Pier is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Lake Point Tower

Find out about the history of Chicago when you take a trip to Lake Point Tower. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Chicago Shakespeare Theater

You can make plans for a show at Chicago Shakespeare Theater on your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art scene.

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Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Chicago Children's Museum?

Chicago Children's Museum 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 319 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Chicago Children's Museum?

Adjacent to Chicago Children's Museum, Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton 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 River Hotel and Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile.

How many hotels are there near Chicago Children's Museum?

Expedia has 319 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Chicago Children's Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Chicago Children's Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Chicago Children's Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Chicago Children's Museum?

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What can I see and do near Chicago Children's Museum?

Study the collections at Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, Art Institute of Chicago, or Fine Arts Building. Tribune Tower, Michigan Avenue Bridge, and Wrigley Building are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can watch performances at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Broadway Playhouse, and Harris Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Chicago Children's Museum?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Chicago Children's Museum is a breeze. Nearby metro stations include 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 Chicago Children's Museum hotels

1. The Peninsula Chicago

2. The Langham, Chicago

3. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

4. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

5. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

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

7. Park Hyatt Chicago

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

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

10. citizenM Chicago Downtown

11. Loews Chicago Hotel

12. The St. Regis Chicago

13. Viceroy Chicago

14. Hyatt Regency Chicago

15. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

16. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

17. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

18. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

19. Arlo Chicago

20. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

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Top Chicago Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Swissotel - Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Other attractions near Chicago Children's Museum

Ohio Street Beach

Milton Lee Olive Park

Navy Pier

Harry Caray's Tavern, Navy Pier

Lake Point Tower

Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows

Anita Dee Yacht Charters

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