It is springtime in Chicago, which means the weather is getting warmer, the days are getting longer, and it's almost time to plan your family vacation. It can be hard to navigate budget constraints for a family, but Best Western River North is here to help. Suites To start off, let's look at some of BWRN's suites that make it possible for your family to stay together in one room. The premium king and two double bed suites offer more space than a standard room, a pullout sofa sleeper, and a refrigerator. The deluxe king suite measures at about 450 square feet, offering more space than the premium suite, a partitioned area featuring a pullout sofa sleeper and additional flat screen TV, and a refrigerator. The one-bedroom king suite also measures at about 450 square feet but feels like an apartment in that it features a door separating the bedroom and living area. A pullout sofa and work desk in the living area make this room optimal for a small family. The crème de la crème of suites at BWRN is the family suite. It features a king bed, a separate living area with a pullout sofa, and an entirely separate room with two double beds. This monster of a room is 550 square feet and can sleep a total of six people. With multiple flat screen TVs, a work desk, and a refrigerator, this room will accommodate the needs of most families. This room stays booked, so make reservations early. Groceries If you're planning to stay for several days, you'll want to spend as much money on activities as possible. Because BWRN's suites come equipped with refrigerators, you can minimize your food budget by purchasing groceries at one of the nearby grocery stores. They include: Jewel-Osco, 0.2 miles east Whole Foods, 0.3 miles northeast Trader Joe's, 0.4 miles northeast Budgeting Tips Below are a few more helpful tips to help you save on your next Chicago vacation: While you can take advantage of BWRN's lowest parking rate in downtown Chicago, you can also use city trains and buses to get you where you need to go. The CTA offers 1-, 3-, 5-, and 7-day Unlimited Ride Passes. Check out the CTA's site here. A slew of completely free locations includes: Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo, Lincoln Park Conservatory, Garfield Park Conservatory, National Museum of Mexican Art, Smart Museum of Art at University of Chicago, Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Design Museum, Maggie Daley Park, and other nearby parks and beaches. Save on major downtown attractions by purchasing discounted tickets at BWRN's front desk, or by opting for the CityPASS. We want your family to have the vacation you deserve. Hopefully, the tips above show that you can take your family on a great vacation to Chicago, while not breaking the bank.
