avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Allstate Arena

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Enjoy meals in our dining area with a central table, flat-screen TV, and convenient counter.
Relax in a stylish living space with a seating area, flat-screen TV, and expansive outdoor views.
Relax in a stylish space with sofas, chairs, and tables, and enjoy the reception area with a comfortable seating area.
Experience the sleek, modern design of the Avid Hotel, featuring a striking red and beige facade.
Two single beds with white bedding and a headboard, a desk with a chair and lamp, and a large window with city views.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Explore the area

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1551 East Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL, 60018
  • Allstate Arena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Rivers Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(86 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Des Plaines

At avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Allstate Arena and Lake Park. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour fitness centre and a business centre. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this O'Hare hotel include Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and Schaumburg Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Allstate Arena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rivers Casino - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Fashion Outlets of Chicago - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rosemont Theatre - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Rosemont O'Hare Transfer Station - 3 min drive
  • Multi-Modal Facility Station - 3 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Allstate Budweiser Brewhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Little Angelo's Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Allstate Arena
Avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Des Plaines hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2021
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG offers 99 accommodations with air conditioning. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Des Plaines hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

Avid Hotel Ohare DES Plaines
avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines
Avid Hotels Chicago O'Hare Des Plaines an IHG Hotel
avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG?

Avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG?

As of 9 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG on 24 Aug 2025 start from AU$179.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG?

Yep, avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG?

The closest beach to avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG is Clark Street Beach (18 km).

Does avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG have a pool?

Avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG has an indoor pool.

Does avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, our travelers give a thumbs up to the free continental breakfast here! Available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG?

No, avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

avid hotel Chicago O’Hare – Des Plaines by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1296 out of 1742 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1742 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1742 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1742 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1742 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Efficient, attractively decorated, basic but decent breakfast selection, personable staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 Stars
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene, Sunnyvale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 4 nights. Very satisfied with our stay. The beds were comfortable and the sheets clean. Water, coffee, and tea available all day. Lots of parking spaces and close shops and eateries.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good room. Lots of parking. Bars etc nearby, a few minutes drive or a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qussai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Despite being by the airport, our room was reasonably quiet. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darius

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The room was nice and clean and also front entrance and lobby and dining area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arwi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Naples

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for in and out trip!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gye-An

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grab'n go breakfast was good. Staff at desk was friendly and efficient. Rooms were clean, enjoyed the larger size tv.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia, O'Fallon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything is nice is just that is pretty noisy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy parking, close to restaurants and O'Hare.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Minnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
affordable and convenient option near O'Hare and north Chicago shopping center
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glaucia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I only stay here.

I stay at this Avid many times a year, and will not stay any where else. The staff is very nice especially the young ladies who work the night shift which is when I usually check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025