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

1. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, 14.3 km from Essex

Kevin

￥31,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

2. Swissotel - Chicago

14.2 km from Essex

Oleg

￥27,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A modern hotel lobby with a long blue sofa, numbered cushions, and hanging planters.

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

The Loop, 13 km from Essex

Kanokkan

￥30,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern restaurant interior with a green wall, hanging lights, and a long dining area.

4. Hotel 505 River North

River North, 14.7 km from Essex

Miya

￥25,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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.

5. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex

Matthew

￥24,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

6. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 14.2 km from Essex

Kristee

￥34,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple seating areas, and a pool.

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 14.9 km from Essex

Stacy

￥23,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a green vine-covered ceiling.

8. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

River North, 14.8 km from Essex

Pamela

￥23,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

9. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 14.3 km from Essex

Derrick K

￥30,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 14.9 km from Essex

Richard

￥21,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

11. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 14.9 km from Essex

JESUS VERA

￥33,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern kitchen with a marble island, fruit bowls, and a city view.

12. Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

The Loop, 14.1 km from Essex

Ruby

￥42,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, marble flooring, and elegant chandeliers.

13. Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 13.7 km from Essex

William

￥23,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

14. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex

Kristopher Joel

￥21,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A marble-floored lobby with double doors and elevators, each marked with a 'CQ' sign.

15. River Hotel

The Loop, 14.3 km from Essex

Shelby

￥22,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

The Intercontinental hotel facade with a large American flag and a floral display.

16. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

Magnificent Mile, 14.7 km from Essex

Faye

￥42,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A room with two chairs and a small table, a large window with a city view at night.

17. Eurostars Magnificent Mile

River North, 15.1 km from Essex

Gabriela

￥27,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall buildings.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex

Jodi

￥18,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with sofas and tables.

19. theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel

Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex

Charlotte

￥33,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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.

20. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Streeterville, 14.8 km from Essex

Kevin

￥21,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton 4.5 star property The Loop, 14.3 km from Essex View	Swissotel - Chicago 4.5 star property 14.2 km from Essex View	Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago 4.0 star property The Loop, 13 km from Essex View	Hotel 505 River North 4.5 star property River North, 14.7 km from Essex View	L7 Chicago by LOTTE 4.5 star property Theatre District, 14.2 km from Essex View
9.4 Exceptional 3,881 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 3,576 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 1,218 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 3,008 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 5,163 reviews
The price is ￥22,681 ￥31,661 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24	The price is ￥18,402 ￥27,439 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27	The price is ￥25,310 ￥30,089 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23	The price is ￥17,573 ￥25,947 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23	The price is ￥20,592 ￥24,481 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23
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Where to stay in Essex

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A cityscape with tall skyscrapers and a historic tower.

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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A busy urban street at dusk with tall buildings, a historic tower, and pedestrians.

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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A river with yellow boats, a bridge, and tall buildings.

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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A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.

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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A river with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by green trees and grass.

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

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

8/10 Good

"Parking is the only issue with the locations. Options are limited with no in/out usability unless you valet park."

River Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"My stay at River Hotel was great, as soon as we arrived my wife and I were greeted by Pedro. He was super helpful with our check-in and the whole process was just quick and easy. Nice room with plenty of space; however, the furniture can use a little of love. They seemed to be very outdated so a renovation would be helpful. The location is just amazing, we had everything close by, river walk, Michigan st, shopping mall, restaurants and more. Overall, I would be more than happy to stay there again."

Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

8/10 Good

"Overall my stay was pretty good. The only two issues were my mini fridge wasn’t working and I lost my leftovers that sat in there for the two days I stayed. Secondly, I had a staff member tell me about a special tour and promotion, only to tell me somehow I was not eligible. Then he had me bring my son down to see if he could be eligible. He was only 18,not 21. So he was not. That was not very pleasant considering it was basically pulled back for some reason . I visit 3-4 times a year. I either stay at the Westin River north or the Royal Sonesta River North. The lost food was no biggie but being given a whole rundown about how the hotel was trying to build a new customer base and then being told I wasn’t eligible was crappy. I can’t lie. Everything else was pretty good. The happy hours were cool. Staff outside of that was generally ok."

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Our top choices for Essex hotels

1. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Swissotel - Chicago

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

4. Hotel 505 River North

5. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

6. Hyatt Regency Chicago

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

8. Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

9. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

10. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile

11. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

12. Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

13. Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

14. citizenM Chicago Downtown

15. River Hotel

16. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

17. Eurostars Magnificent Mile

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

19. theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel

20. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Compare top hotels in Essex

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Swissotel - Chicago

Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

Hotel 505 River North

L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Where to stay in Essex

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

River North

Lincoln Park

Top Essex Hotel Reviews

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

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