Whether you're jetting in for a shopping spree on Michigan Avenue or
road-tripping to catch a football game at Soldier Field, the hotels along
the Magnificent Mile are ideal if you're coming to Chicago for a vacation.
Not only are they located close to shopping and attractions such as the
Chicago Art Institute and the Museum of
Contemporary Art, many offer a unique glimpse of the city's history.
If downtown crowds detract from your idea of a leisurely weekend, look for
accommodations to the west of the Magnificent Mile in the River North
neighborhood. Hotels in this up-and-coming area are scattered amid some of
the city's best new restaurants. Dining and nightlife also abound in the
Lincoln Park and Gold Coast neighborhoods, located directly to the north of
the downtown area.
If you're willing to spend a few extra dollars, you may
want to seek out one of the city's few bed and breakfasts, which tend to be
housed in charming brownstones or historic mansions in these neighborhoods.
