BEST WESTERN GRANT PARK HOTEL, Chicago

Adler Planetarium and Millennium Park are each within 2 km, and Soldier Field is about a 20-minute walk. The Red Line Roosevelt station is a 5-minute walk, providing direct service to the Loop, the Magnificent Mile, and O'Hare Airport via the Blue Line. Numerous restaurants, including Eleven City Diner, Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, and Yang Chinese Restaurant, are within a 5-10 minute walk. A Trader Joe's is also nearby. The location is highly suitable for conference travel and event attendance at McCormick Place, Lollapalooza (Grant Park), and football games at Soldier Field.

Rooms vary from double-double and king to suites with sofa beds, including some that are handicap-accessible. Lake-view and Grant Park-view rooms are available upon request. Despite furnishings that many find dated, rooms are generally clean. The heating and air conditioning units can be noisy; temperature control may be inconsistent. Noise from street traffic, trains, and hallways is common, especially on lower floors or in road-facing rooms. Some rooms have bathtubs. Complaints about bed comfort are frequent, though some visitors find the beds comfortable. Rooms may feel small for two queen beds. Luggage storage is available, and daily housekeeping is provided.

Mei's Kitchen offers classic American and Italian dishes and specializes in homemade pizza. The LaVazza Italian Coffee Bar serves breakfast and lunch with pastries and sandwiches. A Paris Baguette bakery is connected to the building, offering a 10% discount to hotel guests. Breakfast vouchers of $10 per person are available for purchase for use at neighboring restaurants. The lobby provides complimentary coffee and apples throughout the day.

The fitness centre includes standard equipment, though some machines may be non-operational. No spa, swimming pool, jacuzzi, hot tub, or other leisure facilities are present. Grant Park across the street provides ample space for walking, jogging, and outdoor activities.

The property offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and express check-in/check-out. Luggage storage is available for early arrivals and after checkout. A business centre provides fax/photocopying for an additional charge. Laundry service is offered for a fee. Safety features included: CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, security alarm, and free safety deposit box. The elevator can be slow and noisy. Vending machines for drinks and snacks are located on each floor.