The Best Hotels Closest to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago for 2026

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A modern living room with a sofa, two blue chairs, a round coffee table, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern lobby with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large digital art display.

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, wooden cabinets, and a variety of food items on shelves.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and artwork on the walls.

1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown

2.4 km from Shedd Aquarium

Cayci

￥29,701

￥35,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

2. The Langham, Chicago

River North, 2.5 km from Shedd Aquarium

Saramae

￥82,424

￥97,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall clock, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a patterned wall.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a television on the wall, and a view of the street outside.

A reception area with a desk, a seating area with a blue sofa, and a bookshelf filled with books.

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

The Loop, 1.5 km from Shedd Aquarium

John

￥27,134

￥32,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

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

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

4. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

River North, 2.6 km from Shedd Aquarium

Cecille

￥72,831

￥86,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

5. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

Theatre District, 2.3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Jeffrey Thomas

￥24,516

￥29,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

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

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

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

Streeterville, 2.8 km from Shedd Aquarium

Jessica

￥60,263

￥76,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

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

7. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, 2.3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Kimberly

￥26,843

￥31,914 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 view from a room with a large window overlooking a cityscape at night, featuring a river and illuminated buildings.

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

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

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

Streeterville, 2.8 km from Shedd Aquarium

Shanequa

￥33,201

￥44,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

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

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

9. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

Theatre District, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Karla

￥35,212

￥41,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

10. The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Theatre District, 1.9 km from Shedd Aquarium

Montreal

￥46,581

￥55,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

11. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 2.3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Mercy

￥37,580

￥50,313 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 spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a glass partition.

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

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Gabriela

￥25,331

￥34,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A large, historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring multiple floors and large windows.

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

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

13. Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Hannah

￥35,970

￥42,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 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.

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

River North, 2.8 km from Shedd Aquarium

Keith

￥26,843

￥31,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A room with a diamond-patterned bookshelf filled with books, a wooden floor, and a lamp.

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

15. Arlo Chicago

Theatre District, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

Meagan

￥26,573

￥36,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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

16. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Theatre District, 2.1 km from Shedd Aquarium

RaeQuan

￥26,402

￥36,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

17. Loews Chicago Hotel

Streeterville, 2.5 km from Shedd Aquarium

Daniel

￥40,896

￥54,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A breakfast table with croissants, a bowl of berries, a glass of orange juice, and a smoothie, set against a cityscape view through a window.

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

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

18. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Loop, 2.4 km from Shedd Aquarium

ShaRona

￥31,422

￥42,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a minibar with coffee cups and a bottle, a safe, and a towel rack with a hanging bag.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and framed pictures on the wall.

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

19. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 3 km from Shedd Aquarium

Angela

￥29,212

￥34,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a coffee machine, a TV, and a unique wall art piece.

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.

20. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, 2.4 km from Shedd Aquarium

Keeven

￥35,835

￥47,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Shedd Aquarium

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Langham, Chicago	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 1,227 reviews	View
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 2,046 reviews	View
L7 Chicago by LOTTE	9.6 Exceptional 4,995 reviews	View

Top Shedd Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Central Loop Hotel

8/10 Good

"The stay was comfortable for a 1 week business trip. Nice gym and private lounge."

THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice updated property in a great location"

Hilton Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and convenient to city walk."

Congress Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hotel itself was beautiful and charming. Surprise to find they had shut down the air conditioner for the season. Very odd but a fan was brought up and they open the windows. Parking next door was $62 a day with no in/out privileges."

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

8/10 Good

"Check plumbing"

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

8/10 Good

"There's a $150 fee on top of your stay. If your stay is $300. It will be $450 plus $30. So your total will be $480"

HI Chicago Hostel

8/10 Good

"Affordable stay and good enough amenities"

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, quiet, comfortable, convenient with great check-in service. Affordable. Great location. All you need."

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. Great location!"

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The Field Museum building with large banners and classical columns.

Field Museum of Natural History

9.4/10 (1,744 reviews)

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A city skyline with a large stadium and marina.

Burnham Park

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

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A statue of a man holding a globe, surrounded by tall grass.

Copernicus Statue

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An aerial view of a circular plaza with a central monument, surrounding pathways, and a waterfront.

Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum

8.8/10 (248 reviews)

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A large stadium surrounded by a cityscape with modern buildings.

Soldier Field

8.8/10 (7,063 reviews)

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

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Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island

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12th Street Beach

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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 265 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 265 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?

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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 Board of Trade Building 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

1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown

2. The Langham, Chicago

3. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

4. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

5. L7 Chicago by LOTTE

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

7. citizenM Chicago Downtown

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

9. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

10. The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection by Marriott

11. Hyatt Regency Chicago

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

13. Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

15. Arlo Chicago

16. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

17. Loews Chicago Hotel

18. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

19. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

20. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

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Top Shedd Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Central Loop Hotel

THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hilton Chicago

Congress Plaza Hotel

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

HI Chicago Hostel

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

Other attractions near Shedd Aquarium

Olmec Head No 8

Field Museum of Natural History

Burnham Park

Copernicus Statue

Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum

Soldier Field

Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island

12th Street Beach

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