What's it like in Essex?

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

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?

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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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Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Gold Coast, 16.3 km from Essex

Anthony

￥21,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

Moxy Chicago Downtown

River North, 14.9 km from Essex

Daniel

￥19,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago West Loop Fulton Mkt Area

14.3 km from Essex

Paige

￥24,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Level Chicago Fulton Market

West Loop, 14.8 km from Essex

Shaquille

￥40,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Thompson Chicago, by Hyatt

Gold Coast, 15.8 km from Essex

Corry

￥29,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

14.3 km from Essex

Benjamin

￥27,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 26 - Mar 27

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

The Hoxton Chicago

14.4 km from Essex

Patricia

￥31,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Gold Coast, 16.3 km from Essex

angie

￥25,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

River North, 14.6 km from Essex

Vrenelyn

￥23,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

ACME Hotel Chicago, Outset Collection by Hilton

River North, 14.9 km from Essex

Deborah

￥18,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

FOUND Hotel Chicago River North

River North, 15 km from Essex

Abel

￥14,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 30 - Mar 31

Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 14.6 km from Essex

Shikita

￥24,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 26 - Mar 27

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 15 km from Essex

Benjamin

￥36,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 5 - Apr 6

The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Streeterville, 15.5 km from Essex

NaCassia

￥20,026 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 7 - Apr 8

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

14.1 km from Essex

Joshua

￥31,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

The Emily Hotel

14.9 km from Essex

Michael

￥37,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 14.5 km from Essex

Letisha

￥32,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

Hyatt House Chicago West Loop

14.6 km from Essex

Mary

￥27,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

River North, 14.8 km from Essex

Ricoya

￥19,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

AC Hotels by Marriott Chicago Downtown

River North, 15 km from Essex

Marina

￥25,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 26 - Mar 27

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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

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was pretty clean and very consistent with it. The location of it was pretty walkable to everything I had plan and all the Ubers I had said I chose a good place to stay!"

Congress Plaza Hotel

6/10 Okay

"This hotel is rich in history and you can see it really was a gem in it’s day however we found the staff to be a little on the rude/brisk side of things and not super helpful. the hotel unfortunately needs some repairs that have been neglected like one elevator broke and never was repaired in the five nights we stayed there. There are broken light fixtures in the main lobby, which is a shame because this property deserves better. Front entry doors were also staggered open so it was difficult during busy times to get in and out of the hotel. The lake view room was pretty great view but again in kinda rough shape. The internet is a joke and apparently you can cast to the TV but we could not get it to work with either laptop or our phones. Someone needs to take better care of this Gem. Great location walkable to many activities such as navy pier, Chicago River, south loop and much more"

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Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Moxy Chicago Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago West Loop Fulton Mkt Area

Level Chicago Fulton Market

Thompson Chicago, by Hyatt

Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

The Hoxton Chicago

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

ACME Hotel Chicago, Outset Collection by Hilton

FOUND Hotel Chicago River North

Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

The Emily Hotel

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hyatt House Chicago West Loop

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

AC Hotels by Marriott Chicago Downtown

Where to stay in Essex

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

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River North

Lincoln Park

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DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

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