McCormick Place draws 55,000-plus food and beverage professionals from 112 countries each May for the National Restaurant Association Show, running May 22-25, 2027. Every hotel on this page is within 0.4 miles of the convention center, so you can walk to the show floor without flagging a cab. Hotels are ordered by walking distance, with star rating and guest score used to separate properties at the same distance.
Hotels near McCormick Place at a glance
| Hotel | Distance | Walk time | Stars | Guest score | Nearest CTA station |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago | 0.15 mi | 2 min | 4 | 8.5 | Cermak-McCormick Place (Green) |
| Marriott Marquis Chicago | 0.24 mi | 5 min | 4 | 8.6 | Cermak-McCormick Place (Green) |
| Home2 Suites By Hilton Chicago McCormick Place | 0.37 mi | 7 min | 3 | 9.0 | Cermak-McCormick Place (Green) |
| Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place | 0.37 mi | 7 min | 3 | 8.6 | Cermak-McCormick Place (Green) |
| Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place | 0.37 mi | 7 min | 3 | 8.4 | Cermak-McCormick Place (Green) |
Getting to the National Restaurant Association Show
- The Hyatt Regency connects to McCormick Place via an enclosed skybridge, which matters when May temperatures drop below 45°F or rain moves in off Lake Michigan.
- The Marriott Marquis links to the Wintrust Arena and the convention center's Cermak Road entrance through an interior walkway, keeping you out of traffic.
- Hampton Inn, Home2 Suites, and Hilton Garden Inn share the 123 E Cermak address. From there, walk south on Martin Luther King Drive and enter through the North Building in about 7 minutes.
- The Cermak-McCormick Place Green Line station is a 4-minute walk from the 123 E Cermak cluster and a 2-minute walk from the Hyatt Regency, giving you a direct rail link to the Loop if you have evening plans downtown.
- Rideshare pickup during show hours backs up on Martin Luther King Drive. If you are staying at the Hyatt or Marriott, the skybridge and interior walkway save you that wait entirely.
Hotel picks for the National Restaurant Association Show
The two four-star properties, Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago and Marriott Marquis Chicago, carry full-service amenities and both connect directly indoors to McCormick Place. That indoor connection is the single biggest practical advantage for multi-day attendees: no outdoor crossing, no weather delays, no rideshare queue.
- Hyatt Regency: On-site restaurants, fitness center, and meeting rooms sized for pre-show team briefings. The skybridge puts you on the show floor in 2 minutes from the lobby.
- Marriott Marquis: On-site restaurants, fitness center, and meeting rooms. The interior walkway reaches the Cermak Road entrance without stepping outside.
The three-star cluster at 123 E Cermak covers different room-type needs under one roof. All three share the same lobby building and the same 7-minute walk to the show floor.
- Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place: Suits standard business travel with a consistent, reliable room product.
- Home2 Suites By Hilton Chicago McCormick Place: In-room kitchenettes and more floor space make this the strongest pick for attendees staying the full four days who want to manage meal costs.
- Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place: Adds an on-site restaurant and bar, giving attendees a sit-down dinner option without leaving the building after a long day on the show floor.
The hotels
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
2233 S Martin Luther King Dr
8.51,408 reviews
2 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green)At 0.15 miles from the convention center entrance and connected via an enclosed skybridge, this property gives show attendees the shortest possible door-to-floor-plan commute of any hotel on this list.
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Marriott Marquis Chicago
2121 South Prairie Avenue
8.6660 reviews
3 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green)The interior walkway connecting the Marriott Marquis to McCormick Place's Cermak Road entrance makes it the second-most convenient option for multi-day attendees who want a full-service hotel without crossing an outdoor street.
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Home2 Suites By Hilton Chicago McCormick Place
123 E. CERMAK ROAD
9.0606 reviews
4 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green)The highest guest score among the three-star options at this address, combined with in-room kitchenettes, makes this the strongest pick for attendees staying all four days of the show who want to manage meal costs.
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Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place
123 East Cermak, Suite 100
8.61,357 reviews
4 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green)For attendees who want a reliable mid-range room at 0.37 miles from the venue, the Hampton Inn delivers a consistent product with a guest score that matches the four-star Marriott Marquis.
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Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place
123 East Cermak, Suite 300
8.4645 reviews
4 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green)Sharing the 123 E Cermak building with the Hampton Inn and Home2 Suites, the Hilton Garden Inn adds an on-site restaurant and bar, giving attendees a sit-down dinner option without leaving the building after a long day on the show floor.
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Planning a longer stay? See all our Chicago hotel guides.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to McCormick Place for the NRA Show?＋
The Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago, at 2233 S Martin Luther King Drive, is 0.15 miles from the venue and connects via an enclosed skybridge. You can reach the show floor in about 2 minutes without going outside.
Can I walk from these hotels to the National Restaurant Association Show?＋
Yes. All five hotels are within 0.37 miles of McCormick Place. The Hyatt Regency and Marriott Marquis have indoor connections to the convention center. The three hotels at 123 E Cermak require a 7-minute outdoor walk south on Martin Luther King Drive.
What is the nearest CTA train station to McCormick Place for the NRA Show?＋
Cermak-McCormick Place on the Green Line is the closest station. It is a 2-minute walk from the Hyatt Regency and about 4 minutes from the 123 E Cermak hotel cluster. From the Loop, the Green Line ride takes roughly 10 minutes.
Is there a hotel connected directly to McCormick Place?＋
The Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago connects to the convention center via a skybridge, keeping you indoors the entire way. The Marriott Marquis Chicago has an interior walkway to the Cermak Road entrance of the venue.
Which hotel is best for a four-day stay during the NRA Show?＋
The Home2 Suites By Hilton Chicago McCormick Place at 123 E Cermak is the strongest pick for a multi-day stay. In-room kitchenettes let you handle breakfast and light meals without restaurant costs adding up over four days, and the 7-minute walk to the show floor keeps logistics simple.
When does the National Restaurant Association Show take place in 2027?＋
The show runs May 22-25, 2027 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Book early: hotels within walking distance of the venue fill quickly once registration opens, and the three-hotel cluster at 123 E Cermak in particular sees high demand from show attendees.
