just returned from a convention in Chicago and we stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn. I read through the Trip Advisor tips and was very happy with this hotel. we took the CTA train in from O'Hare and (blue line then switch to red line) and the Grand Station stop is right at the hotel. Our room was perfect-microwave and... more

solid hotel for price. Parking was a bit overpriced, but it is everywhere in Chicago. Hotel staff was friendly and the location is good. you can walk anywhere on the "mile", or to the pier. Hotel was clean and had flat screen TV in room. No charge for internet and has a business center with free computer use and printing. more

This is our place to stay while in Chicago for sure. Just returned from our first stay at this hotel. Very friendly staff, basic King room was fantastic and extraordinarily clean, the beds are super comfortable and what a great view. Get a high floor if possible. We had to check out early for unexpected emergency at home and the... more

When traveling to Chicago we usually stay near the airport because it is cheaper. Decided to stay downtown, and the Hilton had very good rates compared to similar hotels. Staff was very friendly and efficient. Room was nice, and the kids enjoyed the pool while I made use of the whirlpool. You can self park next door with the validated... more

After a few bad choice hotels in the downtown Chicago area - I finally found one I would return to! I stayed here on business Aug '08 for a Cubs game. We booked 3 rooms - 1 for myself - 1 for a co worker - 1 for a customer. Everyone was very pleased. It was super convenient to everything.... more

This hotel is in a great location, very close to lots of sights of interest to tourists. An easy walk to Michigan Avenue, Navy Pier, the Loop, etc. There is a Jewel supermarket directly across the street as well, so no need to spend a fortune on the morning buffet. A clean hotel with attentive staff. Downsides: parking is not... more

Positives: -- really good AAA rate for downtown -- excellent location, right next to red line train and close to restaurants, bars, N. Michigan Ave. -- very friendly, helpful staff -- nice rooms with comfortable beds Negatives; -- be careful with reservations, our rate did not have a guarantee on # beds or rooms. Desk said only king beds initially... more

Great find in Chicago. I was in town for work over the weekend of the 8-10 Aug. I have stayed up the street at the Embassy Suites and the Hilton Suites, this had it's share of weekenders but it was more manageable than the Embassy and less formal than he Hilton suites. Room was in great shape, pool area not... more

Very nice location, staff was very helpful, rooms were very clean. Has a pool which is a big plus. Would definately stay again. more