Congress Hotel Chicago, Chicago, Value

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Congress Hotel Chicago	Average Price: $173 Check Rates

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520 South Michigan Avenue

Chicago, 60605 View map

2-Star Hotel Rank: 13 of 49
Average review rating: 2.59

OpinionWell Value Index: 5

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (3) , Expedia (72) , MyTravelGuide (87) , Travelocity (42) , TripAdvisor (595) , YahooTravel (98)

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Construction:	There are recent comments about Construction, Remodeling, Renovation.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	Recent comments complained about room smell.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. Overall, great value, I would return.

"Surprisingly ok despite the many bad reviews " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/14/2012 Vote

2. At $158 a night, this is a reasonable value for a city hotel.

"Reasonable value, no frills, extra $49 for early check-in. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/3/2011 Vote

3. Exceptional value for money.

"Atmospheric & Convenient " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/27/2011 Vote

4. Bathrooms are a little small & rooms are dated, however, rooms are clean and a good value.

"Nice but a little dated, great location. Easy parking- great view! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/10/2011 Vote

5. He also encouraged the notion that the room should be a good value.

"It's a free country " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/11/2011 Vote

6. Proximity to points of interest, train stations, etc is excellent, and considering other hotel prices in the area, it was an excellent value.

"great experience, highly recommended " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/8/2011 Vote

7. For the price, condition and location it is a very good value.

"Good stay, great view " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/18/2011 Vote

8. This hotel could not be in a better location and for the price it was one of the best values in Chicago.

"Excellent Value and location second to none " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/7/2010 Vote

9. This place has to be my favorite though -- great rooms, generous amentiies, killer location,incredibly helpful staff, and superb value.

"Amazing bang for your buck " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/12/2010 Vote

10. If you're interested in location & value, the Congress Plaza is a great choice.

"Don't be scared off by poor reviews -- this place is a gem! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/31/2009 Vote