Chicago Marriott Midway
6520 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60638, South Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
Chicago Marriott Midway is a 3-star upscale hotel located about a mile from Chicago Midway International Airport in South Chicago, at 6520 S Cicero Ave. It offers a full-service Marriott experience with dining, a fitness center, and an indoor pool, making it a practical base for travelers flying in and out of Midway. Downtown Chicago's major attractions sit roughly 10 to 12 miles away, positioning the hotel as an airport-convenient rather than downtown-adjacent option.
Rooms & Suites
Guest rooms are described as relaxed in style, each equipped with HD and streaming televisions, a work desk, a coffeemaker, and a minifridge; Wi-Fi is available for an additional fee. Suites add separate living areas, with some including pull-out sofas for extra sleeping space. Club-level rooms grant access to a private lounge featuring complimentary breakfast and evening appetizers.
Dining
On-site dining includes an American restaurant, a pub-style venue, and a Starbucks cafe, giving guests several options without leaving the property. Club-level guests receive additional access to complimentary breakfast and evening appetizers in a dedicated lounge.
Amenities & Recreation
The hotel features an indoor pool and a fitness center for guests who want to stay active during a layover or extended stay. A free 24-hour airport shuttle serves Chicago Midway International Airport, and parking is available on-site for a fee.
Location
Situated about a mile from Midway Airport, the hotel is roughly 10 to 19 kilometers from many of Chicago's signature attractions, including the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Willis Tower, Shedd Aquarium, and the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. The Brookfield Zoo, at about 10 kilometers, is one of the closer nearby points of interest, along with the National Museum of Mexican Art at roughly 11 kilometers.
Best for
This hotel best suits air travelers needing quick, free 24-hour shuttle access to Midway Airport, as well as guests wanting a full-service stay with on-site dining, a pool, and a fitness center without venturing far. It also works for those attending events near the airport corridor who don't require a downtown address, since major Chicago landmarks are a 10-plus mile drive away.
Travel tips
Take advantage of the free 24-hour airport shuttle if flying through Midway rather than renting a car for arrival and departure. Since downtown attractions like Willis Tower, Millennium Park, and the Art Institute of Chicago are roughly 10 to 19 kilometers away, plan for a drive or rideshare and factor in Chicago traffic timing. Wi-Fi and parking both carry additional fees, so budget for those if needed.
What guests say
Recurring positive themes in guest feedback include friendly staff, clean rooms, and comfortable beds, with several reviewers noting the property feels clean and well-maintained for its price point. Guests also mention pleasant service and satisfying on-site food during otherwise smooth stays. However, some reviews raise concerns about cleanliness lapses, unresponsive management follow-up on serious complaints, disruptive fellow guests, underwhelming dinner food, and dated decor that some felt fell short of expectations for a full-service Marriott property. Overall sentiment is mixed but leans positive, with cleanliness and staff friendliness as the most consistently praised aspects.
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