The Best Hotels Closest to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago for 2026

Our top choices for Shedd Aquarium hotels

The Langham, Chicago

River North, 2.5 km from Shedd Aquarium

Simon

￥111,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

River North, 2.6 km from Shedd Aquarium

Tammy Lynn

￥96,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown

2.4 km from Shedd Aquarium

Daniel

￥37,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 2.3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Marianne

￥47,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Theatre District, 1.9 km from Shedd Aquarium

Elva

￥48,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

Streeterville, 2.8 km from Shedd Aquarium

Athanasia

￥49,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 2.3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Jerrold

￥30,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Arlo Chicago

Theatre District, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Tammy

￥42,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 3 - Jul 4

Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

nicolette

￥38,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Theatre District, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Debby

￥31,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 2.4 km from Shedd Aquarium

Sunil

￥39,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

Theatre District, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Emma

￥39,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Kimberly

￥40,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

Near South Side, 1.8 km from Shedd Aquarium

Savitri

￥44,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Streeterville, 2.8 km from Shedd Aquarium

Deborah

￥50,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Malachi

￥35,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds | Property entrance

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 3 km from Shedd Aquarium

robert

￥29,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North

River North, 2.8 km from Shedd Aquarium

mary

￥34,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Moxy Chicago Downtown

River North, 3.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Denise

￥29,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Studio, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

Theatre District, 2.3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Erik

￥43,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Langham, Chicago	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,882 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Chicago	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 3,498 reviews	View
The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection by Marriott	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 361 reviews	View

Top Shedd Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Arlo Chicago

6/10 Okay

"For $500 a night it doesn’t come to you as a full service hotel. No on property parking in our valet, rooms are very small restaurant was just ho hum Would probably try other hotels next visit"

Hilton Chicago

8/10 Good

"The highlight of this hotel, aside from it's obvious beauty and charm, is the staff. I had an issue with my room when I arrived, and they took immediate action to move me to a better suited room. Everyone I spoke to, from check in to bag holding to the gift shop, was kind, helpful, and eager to help. Also, I bought a scarf/shawl from the gift shop that saved me on this trip during the chilly Chicago nights. It even inspired my friend to pick one up, too! I also grabbed some Garrett's popcorn for my mother-in-law from the gift shop, which was great because it saved me from having to go to the actual shop for it. I will say the breakfast buffet was just okay, not worth the price in my opinion. But the little food shop by the elevators was very good and had pretty much everything I wanted and needed. My only complaint is that the air conditioning in the rooms was very finicky. I know it's an older hotel though. My first room had an AC problem and was even a little musty smelling, and while my second room was much better smelling, the AC still didn't get very cold, so I woke up quite often during the night due to being too warm. Otherwise, I really enjoyed this hotel and would stay here again."

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente atención de todo el personal del hotel. Muy limpio todo, un desayuno super bueno y muy variado. El rooftop con excelente servicio y ofertas, además de vistas increíbles. Excelente ubicación. Definitivamente la cadena hotelera Riu se ha convertido en mi favorita para cualquier destino🤗"

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"Overall had a very comfortable stay. We enjoyed our room, which was quite large and comfortable. A little noisy with our window facing the alley. The first doorman we interacted with was absolutely delightful and so helpful. Unfortunately the other shift was covered by a somewhat surly and very unhelpful staff member. Front desk staff was pleasant. The cafe connected to the hotel had very good food with a huge menu and reasonable prices. Overall, it was a solid hotel in a great location with a very good price."

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Olmec Head No 8

Gifted by the government of Veracruz, Mexico, this colossal stone replica greets and educates visitors to the Field Museum of Natural History.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shedd Aquarium?

Shedd Aquarium is located in a vibrant area of Chicago known for its stunning architecture and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 273 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Shedd Aquarium?

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. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Shedd Aquarium. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Chicago and Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Shedd Aquarium?

Expedia has 273 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shedd Aquarium.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Shedd Aquarium.

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

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Shedd Aquarium, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Shedd Aquarium?

Study the collections at Field Museum of Natural History, Fine Arts Building, or Art Institute of Chicago. While you're exploring, swing by Buckingham Fountain, Dearborn Station, and Chicago Cultural Center to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, Film Row Cinema, and Auditorium Building and Theatre.

How can I get to Shedd Aquarium?

With so many transportation options, seeing the area around Shedd Aquarium is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like State Station, Clark-Lake Station, and Lake Station. If you're hopping 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 Shedd Aquarium hotels

The Langham, Chicago

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown

Hyatt Regency Chicago

The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

citizenM Chicago Downtown

Arlo Chicago

Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North

Moxy Chicago Downtown

Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

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Arlo Chicago

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