Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place
123 E Cermak Rd Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60616, South Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
The Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place is a 3-star, informal hotel set in a sleek building on a bustling South Chicago road lined with eateries. It is positioned roughly an 18-minute walk from McCormick Place train station, making it a practical base for visitors to the adjacent convention center. The hotel has earned a strong 4.2 rating from 835 reviews, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction.
Rooms
Guest rooms are streamlined in design and equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Upgraded room categories add sofabeds, offering more flexibility for families or small groups sharing a room. Room service is also available for added convenience.
Dining & Amenities
A free hot breakfast is included with stays, with guests specifically praising options like eggs, sausage, yogurt, and waffles. Beyond breakfast, the hotel features an on-site bar, a convenience store, a gym, and a pool, giving guests several ways to relax or refuel without leaving the property. Valet parking is offered for an additional fee.
Location
The hotel sits close to McCormick Place convention center and within a few miles of Chicago's major cultural attractions, including the Field Museum (about 1.6 km), Shedd Aquarium (about 1.8 km), and the Adler Planetarium (about 2 km). Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Willis Tower, and Grant Park are all within roughly 2-3.3 km, and the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago Theatre, and Chicago Riverwalk are also reachable within a few kilometers, putting the downtown museum campus and Loop landmarks within easy reach.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to convention attendees visiting McCormick Place, given its close proximity and walkable distance to the venue, as well as leisure travelers wanting easy access to the Museum Campus (Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium) and downtown Loop attractions like Millennium Park and Willis Tower. Its on-site gym, pool, bar, and free hot breakfast also make it a comfortable option for both business and family stays.
Travel tips
Plan for about an 18-minute walk to McCormick Place train station if not driving, and note that valet parking is available on-site for a fee if you bring a car. Given the hotel's proximity to multiple museums and landmarks (many within 2-3 km), a full day of downtown sightseeing on foot or via short rideshare trips is feasible. Guests attending events at McCormick Place should book early, as the hotel's location makes it a popular choice during conventions.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the quality and variety of the free hot breakfast, specifically calling out eggs, sausage, yogurt, and waffles, along with friendly and attentive breakfast staff, with one team member named Chen repeatedly praised for her helpfulness and warm welcome. Many reviewers also note the hotel's convenient, close location to McCormick Place convention center as a major advantage, and some mention clean, neat rooms. A recurring complaint involves noise, with guests describing loud music and yelling from neighboring rooms and hallways disrupting their stay.
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