BEST WESTERN PLUS Chicago River North - A Downtown Chicago Hotel
BEST WESTERN PLUS Chicago River North Hotel is centrally located in vibrant downtown, just a few blocks - or a free trolley ride - from the city's landmark Navy Pier on the shores of Lake Michigan. The famous Magnificent Mile section of Michigan Avenue is steps from the hotel where you'll find the best shopping in downtown Chicago.
Chicago's finest attractions, restaurants, clubs, museums, and businesses are also within walking distance., McCormick Place, the largest convention center in the country, is 2 miles from BEST WESTERN PLUS River North Hotel Chicago.
Downtown Chicago Cuisine -
Directly across the street from BEST WESTERN PLUS River North Hotel Chicago are some of Chicago's finest eateries, including Hard Rock Café and the Rainforest Café. Our in-house restaurant Pizzaria Ora serves the finest Chicago-style deep dish pizza. The famous House of Blues nightclub is a few short blocks away.
Chicago Sports -
All of the major downtown Chicago sports arenas are within a few miles of BEST WESTERN PLUS River North Hotel Chicago. Located just 2 miles from the hotel are the United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks; and Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears NFL football team. Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs; and Comiskey Park, home of the Chicago White Sox, are 5 miles away. Public transportation to Chicago sports facilities can be reached within two blocks of BEST WESTERN PLUS River North.

Chicago Arts & Culture -
Alive with culture and history, Chicago offers world-famous museums and unique art galleries. The downtown Museum Campus, less than two miles from our hotel, is home to three of Chicago's most beloved museums: The Field Museum of Natural History, Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium. The Museum of Contemporary Art, the Museum of Science and Industry, and the Art Institute of Chicago are just a short drive or bus ride from our convenient downtown Chicago hotel.
Chicago Attractions near BEST WESTERN PLUS River North
- Navy Pier - 1 mile (free trolley avail. seasonally)
- Willis Tower (formerly known as Sears Tower)
- 1 mile - Adler Planetarium - 1.5 miles
- Field Museum of Natural History - 1.5 miles
- Shedd Aquarium - 1.5 miles
- Water Tower Landmark - 1 mile
- McCormick Place Convention Center - 2 miles
- Art Institute of Chicago - 2 miles
- Museum of Science and Industry - 6 miles
- United Center (Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks)
- 2 miles - Soldier Field (Chicago Bears) - 2 miles
- Wrigley Field (Chicago Cubs) - 5 miles
- US Cellular Field/Comiskey Park (Chicago White Sox) - 5 miles

Chicago Shopping -
Downtown Chicago is the ultimate shopping destination. Magnificent Mile on North Michigan Avenue is only 5 blocks from BEST WESTERN PLUS River North Hotel Chicago. Visit State Street's department stores, jewelry shops, and admire the fabulous downtown decorations during the holiday season. Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline are glorious backdrops to the upscale boutiques along nearby Oak Street.
- Magnificent Mile/Michigan Avenue - 5 blocks
- Macy's (formerly the landmark Marshall Field's)
- 0.5 mile
- State Street - 1 mile
- Oak Street - 1 mile
Chicago Business
- Chicago Stock Exchange - 1 mile
- IBM - 1 mile
Chicago Airports/Transportation
- CTA Public Bus Transportation - 50 feet
- Subway - 4 blocks
- Amtrak - 1 mile
- Greyhound - mile
- Meigs Field Airport - 4 miles
- Chicago Midway Airport - 12 miles
- O'Hare International Airport - 17 miles
(shuttle service available 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. with charge of $30.00 each way)
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