Set among the museums of the Museum Campus along Lake Michigan in downtown, the multifunctional Soldier Field is one of Chicago's most recognizable landmarks. It has been the official home of the Chicago Bears since 1971 and hosts a variety of concerts and events. Visitors can reach Soldier Field via an express bus from the Loop. Additionally, several hotels are situated within a mile or two of the stadium.
Located approximately 1 mile south of Soldier Field, the Hyatt Regency is connected directly to Chicago's large convention center, McCormick Place. This South Loop hotel has 800 rooms, many of which offer spectacular views of downtown and the lake. With room sizes starting at 380 square feet, guests have plenty of space to relax while watching the cable on the large flat-screen TV, listening to music via the iPod docking station or simply surfing the Internet. Dining options and entertainment include two restaurants, a cafe and a casual chic cocktail bar. Guests who want to stay in shape while in town will enjoy the hotel's indoor swimming pool and 24-hour fitness studio and sauna.
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
2233 S. Martin L. King Drive
Chicago, IL 60616
312-567-1234
mccormickplace.hyatt.com
History meets art and design at the Renaissance Blackstone Chicago Hotel. The hotel's exterior is a fine example of early 20th century French Beaux-Arts, dating back to 1910, while the fully restored interior stays faithful to its past while pushing it toward the cutting edge; more than 1,400 contemporary works of art grace the walls throughout. Guests rooms have a modern design and come with flat-screen TVs, iHome stereo systems and high speed Internet. The on-site restaurant takes guests to the Mediterranean with its fine Catalan cuisine. The hotel stands across the street from Grant Park, less than 1 mile away from Soldier Field.
Renaissance Blackstone Chicago Hotel
636 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
312-447-0955
marriott.com
Guests of the Best Western Grant Park Hotel, Chicago, IL stay with eyesight of the Ivan Mestrovic's famous "The Bowman and The Spearman" statues at the park's entrance. The hotel's downtown location puts guests just 1 mile from the Soldier Field. Guest rooms have a simple, almost country home appearance with light wood furnishing and flowery comforters. All rooms feature standard amenities in addition to complimentary high speed Internet access. The hotel's restaurant offers Italian, American and Asian dishes; bed-and-breakfast packages are available. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and sun deck when the weather permits and take advantage of the hotel's fitness room.
Best Western Grant Park Hotel, Chicago, IL
1100 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
866-516-3164
bwgrantparkhotel.com
