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(Above) View from Nobu Chicago, looking across the West Loop toward Willis Tower. Photo provided by Nobu Chicago. Click on images to view larger versions.

Hotels are making it easy to come downtown and chill.

11-Jul-22 – Summer is here and you can look forward to relaxing on the beach, chowing down at plenty of festivals, and dining al fresco with a Goose Island beer in hand. Why not make a weekend of it and stay downtown? These packages make it easy to chill and get in on all that Chicago has to offer.

Luxury with a French accent
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile
20 E Chestnut St
Book by September 7

Sofitel brings you a deluxe experience at great savings. Their theme is “Live the French Way,” and you will certainly want to experience the joie de vivre after spending time at the Sofitel. The hotel is perfectly situated near Michigan Avenue. Be sure to stop by Le Terrace and have refreshing cocktails as you sit outside and watch the people walk by.

Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

Now through December 31, you can book the vacation you deserve and get up to 25 percent off your stay. Be sure to book by September 7 for stays until December 31, 2022.

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 More info: It’s ALL Possible

Night at the Art Museum
21c Museum Hotel Chicago
55 E Ontario St

Chicago’s Museum Hotel, 21C, offers several enticing packages to make the most of your Mag Mile stay. Located just steps away from Michigan Avenue, this luxury hotel offers the Art Lovers Package, which gives you two tickets to three art museums.

21c Museum Hotel Chicago

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Go with Unlock Chicago for great deals on Chicago River cruises, dining, and entertainment venues like free TILT Admission at 360 Chicago or $5 off all Chicago Architecture Center walking tours and admission. Go for the Shop Magnificently package for more shopping deals.

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Family Play & Stay Package
Chicago Athletic Association
12 S Michigan Ave

Bring the whole family when you stay at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. Book this offer and receive your second room reservation for 50 percent off, one hour in a private Top Golf Swing Suite bay, $30 Shake Shack credit through in-room dining, and discounted valet parking.

Chicago Athletic Association

(Left) Cindy’s Terrace at Chicago Athletic Association. Photo provided by Chicago Athletic Association.

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The bot experience
Hotel EMC2
228 E Ontario St

This hotel blends art with science for a really fun stay. Meet their robot attendants, Leo and Cleo, who can deliver room service that features cookies and milk.

Hotel EMC2

The Bot Experience includes a $25 credit for robot-delivered room service and a robot plush.

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 More info: Special Offers

Architecture of Baseball
Hotel Zachary
3630 N Clark St

The only hotel located near Wrigley Field, Hotel Zachary blends comfort, luxury, and location. Named for the architect who designed the famous ballpark, Zachary Taylor Davis. With the Architecture of Baseball package, fans get up to four tickets to an architectural tour of historic Wrigley Field.

Hotel Zachary

How’s that for hitting it out of the park?

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 More info: Special Offers

Hotel + world-famous restaurant
Nobu Hotel Chicago
155 N Peoria St

Not only do you get to enjoy an exquisite hotel, but the world-famous Nobu Restaurant is on the first floor. Come and go as you please with complimentary daily valet parking.

Nobu Hotel

Book early, stay three or more nights at Nobu Hotel Chicago, and get 21 percent off with a flexible cancellation policy.

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Lights, Cinema, Emily!
The Emily Hotel
311 N Morgan St
Ends September 22

Enjoy the ultimate cinema experience under the stars! Book one night’s stay in a Deluxe King room and get two tickets to Rooftop Cinema Club Fulton Market and a $25 credit towards cocktails and signature snacks.

The Emily Hotel

Must be booked at least 48 hours from arrival date and enjoyed by September 22.

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