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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. Location, location!and a great view of the lake.

"very tired old queen " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/18/2012 Vote

2. We had a suite with our friends with a shared corner living room which had a wonderful view & was a great place for a pre/post party.

"Old world charm " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/26/2012 Vote

3. We had a panoramic view of soldier field, all the way to the Navy yard--not to mention the beautiful skyline.

"A step back in time with modern conveniences " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/24/2012 Vote

4. We were on the 13th floor (yes it was actually marked 13) and the view of the lake was spectacular.

"A step back in time with modern conveniences " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/24/2012 Vote

5. Due to another Tripadvisor review that encouaged to ask for a room with a view on a higher floor, we did so, and they were on a high floor with a great view.

"Visiting Family Had Good Experience " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/19/2012 Vote

6. Outstanding view from my Lakeview King room.

"Fine old hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/13/2012 Vote

7. i thought the room itself was gorgeous (and i'm pretty picky) high ceilings, amazing view of the river (amazing sunrise if you're awake at that time) - i was .

"pretty good stay. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/11/2012 Vote

8. Ask for a room on a high floor (6 or above) on the North Tower for an extraordinary view of Lake Michigan.

"Great value and location, but truly haunted. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/11/2012 Vote

9. Great views from lake facing rooms, this old hotel has massive rooms and a bar and restaurant on site.

"Decent location, good large, clean hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/9/2012 Vote

10. The room had a nice size bay window with sweeping views of the park and we could see out to the lake.

"Surprisingly good hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/31/2012 Vote