Business hotels near McCormick Place are ranked here by walking distance first, then by meeting room availability and star rating. All three connect to the convention center by skybridge, so you can walk between sessions and your room without going outside.
How we ranked these hotels
Walking distance to McCormick Place drove the primary sort. All three hotels connect to the convention center by skybridge, so they share the same distance tier. Within that tier, business amenities separated them: meeting rooms and executive lounges came before properties without them. Star rating broke remaining ties.
Business hotels near McCormick Place compared
| Hotel | Walk to McCormick Place | Stars | Meeting Rooms | Business Center | Executive Lounge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marriott Marquis Chicago | Skybridge (indoor) | 4 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place | Skybridge (indoor) | 3 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place | Skybridge (indoor) | 3 | Yes | Yes | No |
Tips for booking around McCormick Place events
- Book at least 6 weeks before major trade shows like the National Restaurant Association Show or HIMSS. Rooms at 123 East Cermak sell out first because of the skybridge to the convention center.
- The Cermak-McCormick Place Green Line station is a 4-minute walk from 123 East Cermak, giving you a direct rail link to the Loop.
- Marriott Marquis has far more meeting space than the other two: 62 event rooms and 89,407 square feet of event space.
- If you need a kitchenette for a multi-day stay, we have a separate page for extended-stay hotels near McCormick Place that covers suite-style options.
Business hotels near McCormick Place: what to expect
The two hotels at 123 East Cermak share a building connected to McCormick Place by an indoor sky bridge. That matters in a Chicago winter, when temperatures drop below 20°F and nobody wants to cross outside between sessions.
Marriott Marquis is on Prairie Avenue and has its own covered sky bridge to McCormick Place. All three properties offer high-speed WiFi rated for video conferencing, and each has a business center with printing.
For larger delegations needing breakout rooms or a ballroom, Marriott Marquis is the only property on this list with a full-scale convention services team on site. Beyond these three, our business hotels near the Loop widen the field downtown.
The hotels
Marriott Marquis Chicago
2121 South Prairie Avenue, Chicago
8.6655 reviews
Marriott's Serve 360 program covers this property, with documented water conservation and a target to cut single-use plastics in food and beverage.9 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green Line)
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Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place
123 East Cermak, Suite 100, Chicago
8.61,321 reviews
Hilton's LightStay program tracks energy and water use at this property, with reported reductions in carbon output across the McCormick Place cluster.4 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green Line)
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Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place
123 East Cermak, Suite 300, Chicago
8.4611 reviews
Hilton's LightStay sustainability platform covers this property, with energy and water benchmarking reported annually.4 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green Line)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to McCormick Place by walking distance?＋
All three connect to McCormick Place by skybridge, so you can reach the show floor from any of them without going outside. Hampton Inn and Hilton Garden Inn share 123 East Cermak, which links to the West Building. Marriott Marquis Chicago on Prairie Avenue has its own covered sky bridge.
Which hotel has the most meeting room space near McCormick Place?＋
Marriott Marquis Chicago at 2121 South Prairie Avenue has 62 event rooms and 89,407 square feet of event space. It is the only hotel on this list with a dedicated convention services team and an executive lounge.
What CTA rail station serves these hotels?＋
Cermak-McCormick Place Station on the Green Line is the nearest CTA stop. It is a 4-minute walk from 123 East Cermak and about 9 minutes from Marriott Marquis. The Green Line runs directly to the Loop, with stops at Roosevelt, Adams/Wabash and Washington/Wabash.
Do these hotels offer reliable WiFi for video calls and presentations?＋
All three hotels provide high-speed WiFi rated for video conferencing. Hampton Inn and Hilton Garden Inn include it at no extra charge for all guests. Marriott Marquis includes it for Bonvoy members and offers premium bandwidth packages for large groups or delegations with heavy streaming needs.
Are there extended-stay or suite options near McCormick Place for multi-week assignments?＋
The hotels on this list focus on standard business travel stays. For extended-stay options with kitchenettes near McCormick Place, we have a separate page covering suite-style and apartment-hotel properties in the South Loop.
Is parking available at these hotels?＋
All three hotels offer parking. Hampton Inn and Hilton Garden Inn share the parking structure at 123 East Cermak. Marriott Marquis has its own valet and self-park options on Prairie Avenue. Rates vary by date and event schedule, so confirm directly with the hotel before your stay.
