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BEST WESTERN Grant Park Hotel
1100 S Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60605-2301Phone: 312/922-2900 | Fax: 312/922-8812
McCormick Place, Lakeside Center, Shopping, Millennium Towers, Northerly Island, Art Institute, Soldier Field is all within walking distance. So whether you are visiting Chicago for business, pleasure, or for both, stay in the heart of the city. The BEST WESTERN Grant Park Hotel offers you comfort, convenience and value. Valet parking available with in and out privileges from 6:00 AM to midnight. No self park available at hotel, but within walking distance. Oversized vehicles will be referred to a nearby lot.
You'll be within walking distance of the Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, the Art Institute and the magnificent Buckingham Fountain. Soldier Field (Home to Chicago Bears) and the Loop commercial district are only blocks away. The summer festivals in Grant Park and the attractions at Navy Pier are close by. Everything Chicago is known for: great restaurants, music from blues to jazz. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Grant Park Petrillo Bandshell are just steps away. Shop the Magnificent Mile. Public transportation is conveniently nearby. Our friendly staff can help you find maps and resources, so you can make your trip more memorable and worth repeating.
We have 172 newly appointed rooms and suites, many with lake and park views. Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access in every guest room and public areas. We offer valet parking (no self park) at $29.00 per night with in/out privileges. When in-season you'll be able to enjoy our outdoor seasonal pool and sundeck. We look forward to having you stay with us.
Local Events Worth Considering:
May 2012
The 18th annual season opener aims to cure cabin fever with beer, food and live music under a giant tent.
Nearly 1,200 runners participated in the 2011 marathon on the scenic course route along the Rock River. In Rockford.
The 28th annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival will kick off Chicago's outdoor street fest season over Memorial Day Weekend.
June 2012
At the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.
One of the city's largest and most acclaimed fine arts happenings, it's held in the heart of Chicago's historic Old Town neighborhood.
July 2012
Great music and more than 80 juried artists, in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul neighborhood, of Chicago.
Finger lickin' slabs from some of the best local and national ribbers will be in the spotlight at this popular summer food/street fest. In Chicago.
Nearby Attractions:
List All IL AttractionsChicago Midway International Airport
Chicago area air travel in the 1920s began with a single runway made from cinder. Chicago Midway International Airport began as Chicago Air Park on 320 acres of land, approximately eight miles from downtown Chicago. In 1927, the mayor of Chicago, William H. Thompson, dedicated the airport as Chicago Municipal Airport. By 1931, it became the "World's Busiest" airport having serviced more than 100,000 passengers. It remained busy until Chicago O'Hare International Airport claimed the title in 1961.
In 1949, Midway was renamed Chicago Midway Airport in honor of the Battle of Midway during World War II. The airport remains the second largest commercial passenger airport in Illinois, behind O'Hare. Passengers looking for commercial travel to Denver, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Orlando, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Kansas City, St. Louis, Detroit and Los Angeles, can do so with Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Frontier Airlines. International travel is provided by Volaris Airlines and Porter Airlines. After a long flight, kick up your feet in a comfortable Best Western guest room and enjoy a peaceful night's rest.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Chicago area travelers looking for convenient air travel options and services are in luck. Chicago O'Hare International Airport, located northwest of downtown Chicago, is one of the top ten busiest airports in the world. During World War II, the airport was a manufacturing plant for Douglas C-54s. After the war, the C-54 manufacturing plant became a Air Force Reserve and United States Air Force Air National Guard facility. From the early 1930s until the early 1950s, Chicago Midway International Airport was the main airport for Chicago area residents and visitors. Once Midway International became too crowded, O'Hare was developed as the main airport for the Windy City.
Passengers looking for commercial flights have a choice of more than 35 airlines from the airport's 182 gates, spread out in four terminals. American Airlines and United Airlines have hubs at O'Hare, with 45% of the airport passengers using United Airlines. The airport also offers flights to over sixty international destinations from Terminal Five, the international terminal. The airport is consistently voted the "Best Airport in North America" by Business Traveler Magazine and Global Traveler Magazine. Whether arriving to or departing from Chicago, stay close to the airport in a comfortable Best Western guest room and enjoy a wonderful night's rest.
Chicago Theatre
The Chicago Theatre, built in 1921, was originally named the Balaban and Katz Chicago Theatre. The marquee outside of this flagship theatre, represents the unofficial symbol for the city of Chicago. In 1983, this Chicago Landmark was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The theatre was one of the first in the country to be built in the Neo-Baroque French-Revival style and remains the oldest of its kind in Chicago.
Throughout the years, the theatre has hosted premiere films, plays, concerts, speeches and magic shows. Step inside this beautiful seven-story building, to see the five-story grand lobby decorated in a French Baroque style, the grand staircase and crystal chandeliers. Enjoy standing on the stage during the Marquee Tour and learn of its rich history. Choose one of the area Best Western hotels for a wonderful night's rest and enjoy your time in the Windy City.
Lincoln Park Zoo
The Lincoln Park Zoo is located near the shores of Lake Michigan in a lush natural park, minutes from downtown Chicago. Founded in 1868, the zoo is one of the oldest zoos in America. Spend a wonderful day exploring over 1,200 animals including polar bears, gorillas, monkeys, penguins, reptiles, sea lions, tigers and lions. The Carousel and Children's Train Ride are also fun rides for little ones.
Stop by the Wild Things! Gift Shop to shop for toys, books, clothing, jewelry and hand-made items. Open daily and free-of-charge, a visit to the zoo is fun for all Chicago visitors. You'll find comfortable accommodations with Best Western hotels throughout the Chicago area.
The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago first opened in 1879 on the corner of State and Monroe Streets, with a simple mission of exhibiting a variety of art and educating students. The museum was built in its current location in 1893 from the rubble of the 1871 Chicago fire. The museum houses fifteen collections, including Textiles, Photography, Contemporary, Modern and European Decorative Arts. The Touch Gallery encourages visitors to feel the art to enrich their experience and appreciation of art.
Spend a few days exploring the many attractions, shopping, dining and recreation in Chicago. Best Western hotels offer comfortable accommodations and excellent guest services at several locations throughout Chicago. Make the most of your time in this exciting city.
Willis Tower
Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, stands at an impressive 1,451 feet high. From 1973 to 1998, it was the tallest building in the world. At 108 stories high, it remains the tallest building in America. The building, located on the Chicago Loop, was the headquarters for Sears, Roebuck and Co. from 1973 until 1992. While in the Chicago area, be sure to visit this iconic landmark.
Enjoy a quick 60-second ride to the 103rd floor, for an incredible view of the city from the 1,353-foot-high Skydeck. Each year, more than one million tourists visit the Skydeck. The glass bottom skyboxes allow visitors to look through the floor to the city below. Recharge for another fun day in the Windy City, in the comfortable accommodations of Best Western hotels.
Wrigley Field
Wrigley Field has been the home field for the Major League Baseball Chicago Cubs baseball team, since 1916. The field was built in 1914 and is the second-oldest ballpark in America. Over 41,000 fans pack the stadium to watch the Chicago Cubs play their opponents. The field was originally named Weeghman Park for the Chicago Whales. This was before being renamed Wrigley Field for the chewing gum magnate William Wrigley, Jr., the owner of the team.
While in the Chicago area, visit the ballpark for a guided tour to learn more about its rich history and beginnings. The ballpark, nicknamed, "The Friendly Confines", also offers educational tours for kids. Baseball fans can partake in a behind-the-scenes guided tour of the stadium to better understand its 97 year history. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the beautiful ivy-colored outfield walls. Stay close to the action at the ballpark in a comfortable Best Western guest room for to enjoy a wonderful night's rest.
