These five hotels in Millennium Park / New Eastside Chicago are between Michigan Avenue and the lakefront, south of the river, and all within a 15-minute walk of Cloud Gate. We picked them on guest scores, star rating and verified sustainability credentials, with at least one mid-range and one upscale option.
How we ranked these hotels
Hotels with verified sustainability certifications ranked above those without. Within the same sustainability tier, higher star ratings carried the most weight. Where star ratings matched, higher average guest review scores broke the tie.
Every property on this list is between Millennium Park and the Chicago River.
We have a separate page for eco-friendly luxury hotels if you want to filter by certification tier across the broader Chicago metro.
Hotels in Millennium Park / New Eastside at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest Score | Sustainability | Nearest CTA Station | Walk (min) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago | 4 | 9.0 | Radisson Responsible Business program | Washington/Wabash | 11 |
| Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park | 4 | 8.4 | Accor Planet 21 program | Washington/Wabash | 11 |
| The St. Regis Chicago | 5 | 8.9 | None verified | Washington/Wabash | 15 |
| Hyatt Regency Chicago | 4 | 8.7 | None verified | Washington/Wabash | 11 |
| Swissotel Chicago | 4 | 8.6 | None verified | Washington/Wabash | 12 |
Getting around from Millennium Park / New Eastside
- The Washington/Wabash CTA station serves the Brown, Orange, Green, Pink, and Purple lines and is an 11 to 15 minute walk from every hotel on this list.
- The Monroe Red Line station is on State Street, west of Michigan Avenue. For the airports, the Blue Line runs to O'Hare and the Orange Line runs to Midway.
- Divvy bike-share docks are along Columbus Drive and Randolph Street, making the Museum Campus a 10-minute ride south.
- Metra Electric trains stop at Millennium Station on East Randolph Street, one block from the Fairmont, and run to Hyde Park and south suburban destinations.
What to expect from this neighborhood
Hotels here give guests direct access to Maggie Daley Park, the Riverwalk, and the lakefront path without crossing a major arterial road.
Restaurant density is lower here than in River North, so most guests eat at hotel restaurants or walk five minutes to the Loop. Parking garages on Columbus Drive charge premium rates; the CTA is the practical choice for most trips.
The hotels
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago
221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago
9.02,526 reviews
Radisson Responsible Business programPart of Radisson's Responsible Business program, which tracks energy and water use per occupied room and sets reduction targets.
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Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park
200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, Illinois, 60601, Chicago
8.4387 reviews
Accor Planet 21 programRun under Accor's Planet 21 program: property-level targets for carbon, water, food waste and biodiversity.
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The St. Regis Chicago
401 East Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago
8.9123 reviews
15 min walk to Washington/Wabash (Brown Line/Orange Line/Green Line/Pink Line/Purple Line)The only 5-star hotel on this list.
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Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago
8.73,132 reviews
11 min walk to Washington/Wabash (Brown Line/Green Line/Orange Line/Pink Line/Purple Line)A 4-star hotel on East Wacker Drive at the Chicago River, with an 8.7 guest score from more than 3,000 reviews.
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Swissotel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive, Chicago
8.62,059 reviews
12 min walk to Washington/Wabash (Brown Line/Orange Line/Green Line/Pink Line/Purple Line)A 4-star hotel with an 8.6 guest score, plus a penthouse fitness center overlooking Lake Michigan.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotels in Millennium Park / New Eastside Chicago have verified sustainability credentials?＋
Two of the five hotels on this list carry verified programs. The Fairmont Chicago operates under Accor's Planet 21 framework. The Radisson Blu Aqua participates in the Radisson Responsible Business program.
What CTA rail lines serve the Millennium Park / New Eastside district?＋
The Washington/Wabash station, an 11 to 15 minute walk from every hotel on this list, serves the Brown, Orange, Green, Pink, and Purple lines. The Monroe Red Line station is on State Street. For the airports, the Blue Line runs to O'Hare and the Orange Line runs to Midway.
Is there a 5-star hotel inside the Millennium Park / New Eastside district?＋
Yes. The St. Regis Chicago at 401 East Upper Wacker Drive is the only 5-star property on this list. It carries a guest score of 8.9 and is a 13-minute walk (0.65 miles) from Cloud Gate.
Which hotel on this list is closest to Cloud Gate?＋
The Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park at 200 North Columbus Drive and the Radisson Blu Aqua at 221 North Columbus Drive tie, each a 9-minute walk (0.43 miles) north of Cloud Gate.
Are there mid-range hotels in Millennium Park / New Eastside, or is everything luxury-priced?＋
The Radisson Blu Aqua offers 4-star quality at mid-range pricing relative to the neighborhood, with a 9.0 guest score from more than 2,500 reviews.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?＋
The Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park and the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel both list pet-friendly policies. Confirm current weight limits and fees with each property before booking, as policies can change.
