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Chicago Hotels Offer Special Packages for Art Lovers

Art lovers visiting Chicago will be pleased to know that 9 Chicago hotels are now offering special packages which include general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago. Each hotel creates a package with special pricing, complimentary offers, and free passes to visit the Art Institute. Most participating hotels are located in one of two exciting neighborhoods:

  • Chicago's Loop—just south of the Chicago River, home to the Art Institute, Grant Park, State Street ("that Great Street") shopping, and Chicago's historic theater district.
  • North Michigan Avenue—the Magnificent Mile between the Chicago River and Oak Street Beach, lined with great restaurants, entertainment, and shopping, including Water Tower Place, 900 North Michigan, and Chicago Place.

Whether coming from far afield or leaving the suburbs for a weekend on the town, guests may choose from hotels that combine comfort, convenience, and class with the chance to visit one of the world's great art museums, all year long.

Unless specifically noted, all packages are subject to taxes and gratuities, and based upon availability. Reservations are required. Hotels reserve the right to adjust package rates.

The Best Western Grant Park Hotel

1100 South Michigan Avenue
South Loop
1-800-472-6875 OR 312-922-2900
  • Deluxe overnight accommodations for two
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Complimentary use of pool (seasonal)
The renovated Best Western Grant Park offers its special Love for Art Package at a the following nightly rates, subject to availability.

January through April, November, December,  2008:
King or Double Room:  $125 Sun Thu, $145 Fri-Sat
Lake View Room:  $145 Sun-Thu, $165 Fri-Sat
Mini Suite:  $175 Sun-Thu,  $195 Fri-Sat

May through October, 2008:
King or Double Room:  $165 Sun Thu, $185 Fri-Sat
Lake View Room:  $185 Sun-Thu, $205 Fri-Sat
Mini Suite:  $215 Sun-Thu,  $235 Fri-Sat

Chicago's Essex Inn

800 South Michigan Avenue
South Loop
1-800-621-6909 OR 312-939-2800
  • Accommodations for two
  • Complimentary on-site valet parking for one night
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago (additional passes may be available for an additional fee)
  • Complimentary use of rooftop all-season pool and fitness center

The recently renovated Essex Inn offers its special Masterpiece Mania Package at a nightly rate starting at $135, tax included. Each additional adult is $25; each additional child is $7. Rates may vary by season and day of the week.

The Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown

15 East Ohio Street
Magnificent Mile
312-894-0900
  • Queen room accommodations for two
  • Deluxe continental breakfast for two
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Complimentary local telephone calls
  • Complimentary USA Today
  • Complimentary use of the fitness center

Housed within a beautifully restored 1920s building, the new Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown offers its special Chicago Art Lovers Package at a rate of $159, weekdays only.


Inn of Chicago

162 East Ohio Street
Magnificent Mile
1-800-557-2378
  • Deluxe accommodations for two
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Two passes to the Shedd Aquarium
  • One coupon book for use at Navy Pier

The Inn of Chicago invites you to experience all that Chicago has to offer, with its special Culture & Attraction Package at a nightly rate starting at $119.


Marriott Chicago Hotels

Two Marriott Chicago hotels are pleased to offer a special Art Institute of Chicago Escape! Package:

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
540 North Michigan Avenue
1-800-228-9290 OR 312-836-0100
  • Standard guest room with one king or two double beds
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago

The Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile offers its special Art Institute Escape! Package Thursday–Monday at rates from $169 to $259, based upon availability, through March 1, 2008. Ask for promotional code P52. This offer may not be combined with any other promotion.

Courtyard By Marriott Chicago Downtown
30 East Hubbard Street
1-800-228-9290 OR 312-329-2500
  • Deluxe guest room
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago

The Courtyard By Marriott Chicago Downtown offers its special Art Institute Escape! Package seven days a week at rates from $159 to $299, based upon availability, through March 1, 2008. Ask for promotional code P52. This offer may not be combined with any other promotion.

The Silversmith Hotel and Suites

10 South Wabash Avenue
Loop (two blocks from the Art Institute)
312-372-7696
  • Luxurious overnight accommodations for two
  • Breakfast for two at Ada's Restaurant
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Complimentary use of the fitness room
  • Complimentary 24-hour valet parking

The Silversmith Hotel and Suites, a recently renovated National Historic Landmark, offers its special Art of the City Package at a rate of $279 per night.

Swissôtel Chicago

323 East Wacker Drive
Steps from the Magnificent Mile, where the river meets the lake
1-888-73-SWISS or 312-565-0565
  • Your choice of luxurious accommodations
  • Full American breakfast for two at Geneva Restaurant
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Special welcome gift from the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Complimentary use of the 42nd Floor Health Club and Pool

Swissôtel Chicago's Cultural Arts Package is offered at a special rate from $259 to $299.

The Whitehall Hotel

105 East Delaware Place
Magnificent Mile
1-800-948-4255 or 312-944-6300
  • Superior overnight accommodations
  • Two general admission passes to the Art Institute of Chicago
  • Complimentary use of the fitness center

The Whitehall Hotel's A Day of Art Package is offered at $179 per night.