Closest hotels to McCormick Place West for The Midwest Clinic

Three of the five hotels share a building with the convention campus, so your commute on a 39°F December morning is measured in lobby-to-lobby minutes, not blocks.

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The Midwest Clinic draws 18,000-plus attendees from more than 40 countries to McCormick Place West each December, and nearly every one of them needs a room nearby. The five hotels below are the closest bookable options to the West Building, ranked by walking distance. All five are within 0.2 miles of the venue entrance.

Hotels near The Midwest Clinic at a glance

HotelDistance to venueWalk timeStar ratingGuest score
Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place0.15 mi3 min38.6
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place0.15 mi3 min38.4
Home2 Suites By Hilton Chicago McCormick Place0.15 mi3 min39.0
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago0.19 mi4 min48.5
Marriott Marquis Chicago0.19 mi4 min48.6

Getting to The Midwest Clinic in December

  • • Daytime temperatures on December 16-18 average 39°F to 44°F. • Nights drop below freezing. • Pack a coat you can move in.
  • The three hotels at 123 East Cermak connect to McCormick Place via an enclosed pedestrian bridge, so you can reach the West Building without going outside.
  • The Marriott Marquis and Hyatt Regency both connect to the convention campus through interior corridors. Check with the front desk on arrival for the fastest indoor route.
  • The nearest CTA Green and Orange Line station is Cermak-McCormick Place, a 5-minute walk from the 123 East Cermak hotels. Trains run to the Loop in under 10 minutes.

The Midwest Clinic hotel picks

Pick based on room type, budget, and how much quiet you want after sessions end.

Home2 Suites (123 East Cermak): Suite-style rooms with kitchenettes and the highest guest score of the three-star options on this list. The enclosed bridge to McCormick Place West means you never have to step outside on a cold December morning.

Hampton Inn (123 East Cermak): Next door to the Home2 Suites, priced lower, and earning the same 8.6 guest score as the Marriott Marquis. The value pick for attendees who spend most of their time in sessions and want a straightforward room at the end of the day.

Hilton Garden Inn (123 East Cermak): The third hotel in the 123 East Cermak building adds an on-site restaurant and meeting rooms that the Hampton Inn and Home2 Suites do not offer. A practical choice for attendees who want to host small group dinners without leaving the building.

Marriott Marquis (South Prairie Avenue): Four-star room with direct indoor access to the convention campus. Larger than the Hyatt Regency with more on-site dining options.

Hyatt Regency (South Martin Luther King Drive): Also four-star with direct indoor access to the convention campus. Slightly quieter lobby during a busy conference week, popular with repeat Midwest Clinic attendees.

The hotels

Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place 123 East Cermak, Suite 100 8.61,357 reviews 5 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)Sharing the 123 East Cermak address with the other campus hotels and earning an 8.6 guest score, the Hampton Inn is the value-tier pick for attendees who want enclosed bridge access at a lower price point than the four-star options. View hotel → Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place 123 East Cermak, Suite 300 8.4645 reviews 5 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)The Hilton Garden Inn at 123 East Cermak adds an on-site restaurant and meeting rooms, suiting attendees who want to host small group dinners without leaving the building. View hotel → Home2 Suites By Hilton Chicago McCormick Place Home2 Suites By Hilton Chicago McCormick Place 123 E. CERMAK ROAD 9.0606 reviews 5 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)A guest score of 9.0, suite-style rooms with kitchenettes, and a 3-minute walk via enclosed bridge to McCormick Place West make this the strongest three-star pick for attendees staying multiple nights. View hotel → Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago 2233 S Martin Luther King Dr 8.51,408 reviews 7 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)The Hyatt Regency connects directly to the McCormick Place campus and matches the Marriott Marquis on distance, making it the second four-star choice for attendees who want a quieter base during a high-traffic conference week. View hotel → Marriott Marquis Chicago Marriott Marquis Chicago 2121 South Prairie Avenue 8.6660 reviews 6 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)At 0.19 miles from McCormick Place West with a four-star rating and indoor corridor access to the convention campus, the Marriott Marquis is the top full-service option for Midwest Clinic attendees who want on-site dining and meeting space. View hotel →

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Frequently asked questions

Which hotel is closest to McCormick Place West?

The Hampton Inn, Home2 Suites, and Hilton Garden Inn all share the address at 123 East Cermak Road, putting them 0.15 miles from the West Building entrance. All three connect to the venue via an enclosed pedestrian bridge.

Can I walk to McCormick Place West from these hotels in December?

Yes, and three of the five hotels let you do it without going outside. The Hampton Inn, Home2 Suites, and Hilton Garden Inn at 123 East Cermak connect to McCormick Place via an enclosed bridge. The Marriott Marquis and Hyatt Regency also have interior corridor access to the convention campus.

What CTA train serves the McCormick Place hotels?

The Cermak-McCormick Place station on the Green and Orange Lines is the nearest stop, about 5 to 7 minutes on foot from the hotels on this list. From the Loop, the ride takes under 10 minutes.

When does The Midwest Clinic take place in 2026?

The next edition runs December 16-18, 2026 at McCormick Place West in Chicago.

Is there a difference between the three hotels at 123 East Cermak?

Yes. The Home2 Suites offers suite-style rooms with kitchenettes and earns the highest guest score of the three. The Hampton Inn is the most affordable option. The Hilton Garden Inn adds an on-site restaurant and meeting rooms, which the other two lack.

Did The Midwest Clinic move venues?

Yes. The event moved from the Hilton Chicago on Michigan Avenue to McCormick Place West. Older hotel guides pointing to the Hilton Chicago area are referencing the wrong venue. All hotels on this list are within 0.2 miles of McCormick Place West.

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