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Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG

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A grand staircase with marble steps and black balusters, leading to a lobby area with a chandelier and large windows. - Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG (Chicago)
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other foods. - Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG (Chicago)
A spacious lobby with a large wooden floor, black reception desk, and a large TV screen. - Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG (Chicago)
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Located close to Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk, Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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Room options

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A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet. There is a towel rack with towels, a window, and patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet. There is a towel rack with towels, a window, and patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet. There is a towel rack with towels, a window, and patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and toilet. There is a towel rack with towels, a window, and patterned wallpaper.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and coffee machine.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a glass table.

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 WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small table with a chair, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(102 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(51 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small table with a chair, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Chicago, a neighborhood in Chicago, Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG is in a shopping district and near the beach. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millennium Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Soldier Field or United Center. Visit our Chicago travel guide
Map
640 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • The Chicago Theatre with marquee lights and a large sign.
    State Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A busy urban street with a train crossing, tall buildings, and a tram.
    Michigan Avenue
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, a river, and a bridge.
    Chicago Riverwalk
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A large metallic sphere sculpture in a public square surrounded by tall buildings.
    Millennium Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A Ferris wheel and a carousel at a fairground.
    Navy Pier
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks Reserve Roastery
    3 min walk
  • Eataly
    2 min walk
  • Shake Shack
    3 min walk
  • Quartino Ristorante
    2 min walk
  • Taco Maya
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 crib

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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (45 inch 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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 16 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

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 satellite premium channels
  • Pay movies

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 available
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 40 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 45 (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk. Millennium Park and Navy Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km). Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 4-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Magnificent Mile by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 683 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1326 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Uday

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient and the breakfast was good. It is a historic hotel and is well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel stay was okay. Breakfast was good, the room was comfy, and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with great people
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were very helpful, good breakfast…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, friendly staff, enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

odette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend the location near to good spots close to magnificent mile a lot of restaurants plus traders joe across the hotel staff were all pleaant and accommodating free breakfast is the best to start the day thank you for all the Staff in keeping a nice and safe environment at all times
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very professional and help in every instance
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, breakfast was great, bathroom was large for a small queen room, bed was great, pillows got a C+.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay. It is in the heart of the city. The staff was very helpful and the room was very clean and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location in downtown Chicago was particularly convenient and desirable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maxine-Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was cozy and clean. Location is central and perfect for getting around.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for the Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, and the Chicago Riverwalk. Rooms were a little small but they have everything and let’s face it, you are not staying here to lounge in your hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tulun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly and helpful, breakfast was very good, and parking was included in our bill.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable for the price we paid. Breakfast was included which is nice if you arent planning on buying meals 3 times a day. The place is clean all around, staff are friendly. And the hotel is in a very convenience spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was rather small for the price, I was dissatisfied there. Overall the experience was nice. Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a great stay. The room was small but expected due to the location. The room was clean and the bathroom was nice. They had breakfast which was exceptional and the seating area was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and convenient! check in was easy and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Kamla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is central to most attractions, good breakfast and wonderful helpful/resourceful staff. Spent a week there, only glitch was shower, one should be ready to wait a little longer than normal to get hot water running!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location. Staff was nice and friendly. The room was quite small but very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

FRED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RAMIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location just off the Magnificent Mile. Walking distance to shopping and dining. Few minutes more to museums and Cloud Gate.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Louis

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt the room was very small for two beds for two adults and a 5 year old. It’s in a great location but very compact. The Costa Coffee machine was a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very small but overall clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was nice and the location is great. But the rooms are small because of the building been an old original and one of the elevators were out, which made it difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was smaller than expected, but clean and a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026