Essex Inn Chicago, Chicago, Affordable

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Essex Inn Chicago	Average Price: $225 Check Rates

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800 South Michigan Avenue

Chicago, 60605 View map

3-Star Hotel Rank: 18 of 73
Average review rating: 3.38

OpinionWell Value Index: 6

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (1) , Expedia (72) , MyTravelGuide (5) , TripAdvisor (421) , YahooTravel (48)

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Construction:	No recent comments about construction were found.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
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. In truth there might some valid criticisms but generally Essex Inn is a very good base for Chicago at an affordable price.

"Good value for money " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/16/2012 Vote

2. Great location, clean and affordable.

"everything we needed and more " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/12/2011 Vote

3. Very affordable, very comfortable, I wish I could stay here longer.

"Can you smoke in Chicago hotel rooms? You can at the Essex Inn, awesome value, refrigerators in room, and free wifi " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/24/2011 Vote

4. The place is walking distance from several attractions and affords easy access to public transport.

"We loved it and will definitely stay here again " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/2/2011 Vote

5. There is a restaurant on the ground floor named Tribute that does good breakfasts at affordable prices.

"Great location, lovely rooms, can be noisy! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/21/2011 Vote

6. The service was excellent and the hotel is affordable.

"Breathtaking views and a great location. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/24/2010 Vote

7. The weekends are quite a bit extra and since the kids have to raise money for the trip and can`t afford the weekend rate, we leave on Friday.

"Love The Essex Inn!!!! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/29/2008 Vote

8. It`s needed since the number of affordable restaurants in the immediate vicinity are limited.

"What a dump! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/18/2007 Vote

9. We ate at the hotel`s restaurant several times and found it to be very affordable and good.

"Perfect for family vacation " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/6/2007 Vote

10. Everyone thought the place was great--clean, affordable, and awesome location.

"All-around Fabulous! " Read full review on YahooTravel 5/5/2007 Vote