Merchandise Mart – 3 blocks North Michigan Avenue/Magnificent Mile (shopping) – 4 blocks River North gallery district – 4 blocks Loop business and theater district – 0.5 miles Wrigley Building – 1 mile Lakefront running path – 1 mile Museum of Contemporary Art – 1 mile Navy Pier – 1 mile Sears Tower – 1.5 miles Soldier Field – 2.5 miles Wrigley Field – 4.5 miles O’Hare International Airport (ORD): Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 18 miles. Driving directions from O’Hare International Airport: Head east on I-190 and continue east on the Kennedy Expwy/I-90. Take the Ohio St exit. Turn right onto State St and continue toward the State St entrance of the hotel; the entrance is between State St and Dearborn St, which runs one-way going north. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): Approximate driving time is 25 minutes and distance is 13 miles. Driving directions from Chicago Midway Airport: Head north on SR-50/S Cicero Ave. Continue to I-55 and head northbound. Head west on I-90/Ryan Expwy. Take the Ohio St exit. Turn right onto State St and continue toward the State St entrance of the hotel; the entrance is between State St and Dearborn St, which runs one-way going north. Taxis ($16–$25 from Midway; $26–$35 from O'Hare) and airport shuttles ($16–$25) are the most convenient ways to reach the hotel. For those traveling lightly, public transportation is an option and costs less than $5. Fee(s) subject to change without notice. Travelers taking the train from O'Hare ride the blue line to Washington & Dearborn and then receive a free transfer to the red line. From the red line, they exit at Grand and walk one block west and three blocks south to the hotel. From Midway, travelers take the orange line to Roosevelt, receive a free transfer to the red line, and continue to the exit at Grand. Getting around: There are many stores, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance of the hotel. Public transportation (less than $5) and taxis are also convenient for navigating the downtown area. Fee(s) subject to change without notice. Rental cars are not practical due to heavy traffic and the high cost of parking. |