Hotels near McCormick Place: closest picks for RSNA

Two hotels connect to McCormick Place without stepping outside, and a third is a 5-minute walk, so your choice comes down to budget and room type rather than commute.

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Hotels near McCormick Place: closest picks for RSNA attendees

McCormick Place hosts the RSNA Annual Meeting each year, drawing roughly 38,000 radiology professionals to Chicago's South Side lakefront campus. The five hotels below are the closest bookable options to the convention center, ranked by walking distance so you spend less time in transit and more time at the meeting. Each property is within 0.5 miles or connects via the Hyatt's internal skybridge.

Hotels near McCormick Place at a glance

HotelDistanceWalk (min)StarsGuest score
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago0.15 mi348.5
Marriott Marquis Chicago0.24 mi548.6
Chinatown Hotel Chicago0.87 mi1725.8
Sonder South Wabash0.90 mi1849.4
Jaslin Hotel0.95 mi1938.8
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Getting to McCormick Place from each hotel

  • The Hyatt Regency connects to McCormick Place via an enclosed skybridge, so weather is irrelevant during the meeting.
  • The Marriott Marquis is on South Prairie Avenue, two blocks west of the lakefront, and connects to the convention center via a pedestrian bridge over Martin Luther King Drive.
  • Sonder South Wabash and the Jaslin Hotel are under a mile away. The CTA Orange and Green lines stop at Cermak-McCormick Place, one stop from the Museum Campus area, and the walk from either hotel to that station is under 10 minutes.
  • Late November in Chicago runs 39°F to 44°F on average. Pack a layer for the walk even if it is short.
  • RSNA 2026 runs November 29 through December 3. Book early: the three closest hotels fill within weeks of registration opening.

Neighborhood context: the South Loop and McCormick Place campus

McCormick Place is on the lakefront at 2301 South Martin Luther King Drive, about two miles south of the Loop. The immediate campus has limited dining outside the convention center itself, so the Hyatt and Marriott Marquis are the most self-contained options for attendees who want food and a bar without leaving the building. Sonder South Wabash is on South Wabash Avenue in the South Loop, closer to the restaurant strip along Cermak Road and the Chinatown neighborhood to the southwest. The Jaslin Hotel is on West Cermak Road, one block from the CTA Green and Orange line station at Cermak-McCormick Place, which makes it a practical choice if you want transit access alongside a lower nightly rate.

The hotels

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago 2233 S Martin Luther King Dr 8.51,408 reviews 5 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)The Hyatt Regency is on the McCormick Place campus and connects to the convention center via an enclosed skybridge, making it the single most convenient option for RSNA attendees regardless of weather. 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 0.24 miles from McCormick Place and connected by a pedestrian bridge, the Marriott Marquis matches the Hyatt on proximity while offering a higher guest score and a separate entrance point into the convention campus. View hotel → Chinatown Hotel Chicago Chinatown Hotel Chicago 214 West 22nd Place 5.81,649 reviews 4 min walk to Cermak-Chinatown (Red)The Chinatown Hotel is the closest budget-tier option to McCormick Place at 0.87 miles, giving price-conscious attendees a walkable base with Red Line access one stop from the convention campus. View hotel → Sonder South Wabash Sonder South Wabash 1419 South Wabash Avenue 9.4550 reviews 9 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)Sonder South Wabash earns its place with a 9.4 guest score and four-star positioning at 0.90 miles from McCormick Place, giving attendees who want apartment-style space and a high comfort rating a strong alternative to the on-campus hotels. View hotel → Jaslin Hotel Jaslin Hotel 261 West Cermak Rd 8.8287 reviews 3 min walk to Cermak-McCormick Place (Green/Orange)The Jaslin Hotel is on West Cermak Road, three minutes from the Green and Orange line station at Cermak-McCormick Place, making it the best transit-oriented mid-range pick for attendees who prefer a short train ride over a longer walk. View hotel →

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Frequently asked questions

Which hotel is closest to McCormick Place for RSNA?

The Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago is on the convention campus at 2233 S Martin Luther King Drive and connects to the building via an enclosed skybridge. At 0.15 miles, it is the closest option and the only one where you never need to go outside.

Can I walk from these hotels to McCormick Place?

Yes. The Hyatt Regency and Marriott Marquis are both under a 5-minute walk and have covered connections. The Chinatown Hotel, Sonder South Wabash, and Jaslin Hotel are all under a mile, which is a 17 to 19-minute walk. Late November temperatures average 39°F to 44°F, so a warm layer is worth packing.

When does RSNA 2026 take place?

RSNA 2026 runs November 29 through December 3 at McCormick Place. Note that the 2027 meeting shifts two weeks earlier to November 14 through 18, so check the RSNA website before booking future years.

Is there a CTA train stop near McCormick Place?

The Cermak-McCormick Place station on the Green and Orange lines is the closest CTA stop to the convention center. The Jaslin Hotel is a 3-minute walk from that station. From the Hyatt or Marriott Marquis, the walk to the station is about 5 to 6 minutes.

Are there budget hotel options within walking distance of McCormick Place?

The Chinatown Hotel Chicago at 214 West 22nd Place is the most affordable option on this list, at 0.87 miles from McCormick Place. It is a 2-star property with a Red Line station four minutes away at Cermak-Chinatown, giving you a one-stop train ride to the convention campus.

Do any of these hotels have meeting rooms or conference facilities?

The Hyatt Regency McCormick Place and the Marriott Marquis Chicago both have large meeting and event spaces on-site, which is useful for satellite sessions, team dinners, or industry gatherings during RSNA week. The Sonder South Wabash and Jaslin Hotel are better suited to individual stays.

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