Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

2.5 star property

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A grand staircase with marble steps and black balusters, leading to a lobby area with a chandelier and large windows.
A modern lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious lobby with a large wooden floor, black reception desk, and a large TV screen.
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other foods.
A building with a balcony adorned with flower boxes containing various flowers, a sign for Holiday Inn Express, and a street view with parked cars and buildings in the background.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$293
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

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640 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(86 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Chicago

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG places you in the centre of Chicago, within just a 5-minute stroll of Michigan Avenue and within 15 minutes of Chicago Riverwalk. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hotel include Millennium Park and Navy Pier.

What's nearby

  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Millennium Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Navy Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 4 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 15 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bally's Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe & The Juice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quartino Ristorante - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and coworking spaces. Free breakfast is served. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG.

This Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG offers 175 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 65 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (114 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 16 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 45
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 65.00 per day (49 ft away)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chicago-Magnificent Mile Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Magnificent Mile
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Chicago-Magnificent Mile
Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Magnificent Mile Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Mile

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile 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 Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

As of 25 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$293, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG is a short 15-minute walk from Ohio Street Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, our visitors are hooked on the free buffet brekkie here! It's the ideal place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 636 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1197 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room , staff helpful, breakfast standard and location good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely staff, comfy bed. Would definitely choose this hotel again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a pleasant surprise. Hotel is nicely located, near main tourist spots. Room and bathroom were very clean, great job for the maintenance team!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience overall
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay through and through; staff was great, hotel was spotless, and our room was in perfect condition when we got there! Rooms are a bit small but still good otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martha Arcadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was close by, we were in the perfect spot. Have fun in this hotel, this was an amazing property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and clean. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was really nice. I would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DARLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is perfect! Just off Michigan avenue so access to bus. Also walking distance from restaurants and some attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and so accommodating! Thank you or a wonderful visit!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location!! Well organized!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aftan

Liked: Cleanliness
It looks just like it’s advertised. Lovely breakfast and the staff was amazingly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wuilibaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lainie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, decent breakfast, clean room. Close to amenities. Easy parking (for the fee).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Shelby

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast is standard so just ok. WiFi is great, rooms are the smallest rooms I’ve ever been in but staff was really nice and overall it was clean
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room, views and walkable to everything. The staff was so warm and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, 24 hour fitness center
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and room was spotless. Excellent value for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shops close, great location. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dulce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel super clean, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Shriya

Liked: Staff & service
Loved the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay in Chicago! The staff at the front desk were super friendly and happily helped us with changing to a bigger room when we realized the room we originally booked was a little bit to small for us. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026