Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
59 E 11th St, Chicago, IL 60605, South Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop is a modern all-suite hotel set in a high-rise building with a glass facade in Chicago's South Loop neighborhood. As a 3-star extended-stay property, it emphasizes suite-style living with floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, giving many rooms notable natural light and city views. The building's design and location make it a practical base for both leisure travelers exploring downtown Chicago and those needing a longer stay with home-like conveniences.
Rooms
Suites feature kitchenettes, pull-out sofas, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, allowing guests to prepare light meals and settle in for extended visits. One-bedroom suites go further, adding a separate living room for guests wanting distinct sleeping and lounging space. Some recent guest feedback noted maintenance issues in individual rooms, such as lighting problems and cosmetic wear, so travelers seeking a like-new suite may want to inquire about recent room updates.
Dining & Amenities
A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is served daily, with guests describing a substantial spread including eggs, sausage, bread, bagels, muffins, cereal and oatmeal, though some visitors have found the selection inconsistent. Complimentary weekday evening socials add another dining perk for guests. On-site facilities include a gym, an indoor pool, a lobby convenience store, and guest laundry facilities, while valet parking is available for a fee.
Location
The hotel sits roughly a 4-minute walk from an El train station, putting Chicago's public transit network within easy reach. It's about a 13-minute walk to Shedd Aquarium (974m), a 17-minute walk to the Art Institute of Chicago (1193m), and within similar distance of Grant Park (712m), the Field Museum (784m), Millennium Park and Cloud Gate (roughly 1500m), Willis Tower and Skydeck Chicago (1377m), and the Adler Planetarium (1588m). The Chicago Theatre, Chicago Cultural Center, and Chicago Riverwalk are also reachable on foot, while Navy Pier and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago are a bit farther at roughly 3km.
Best for
This hotel suits leisure travelers and families wanting to sightsee downtown Chicago on foot, given its proximity to Grant Park, the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and the Art Institute of Chicago. Its kitchenette-equipped suites, indoor pool, and complimentary breakfast also make it a strong fit for longer stays or extended-stay business travelers who want home-like amenities near the Loop.
Travel tips
The nearby El station, about a 4-minute walk away, offers a convenient way to reach other parts of Chicago without a car. Many major attractions -- Grant Park, the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Willis Tower's Skydeck -- are within a 15-20 minute walk, so comfortable shoes can substitute for taxis or rideshares much of the day. Since valet parking carries a fee, guests arriving by car should factor that cost into their trip planning.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the breakfast buffet's variety, describing hearty offerings of eggs, sausage, bagels, muffins, cereal and oatmeal, along with helpful reception staff and thorough housekeeping. The South Loop location earns consistent praise for walkable access to Lake Michigan and nearby attractions. However, some reviewers report a less positive experience, citing room maintenance issues such as non-working lights, peeling tape, and a cracked cooktop, along with an inconsistent or limited breakfast selection on certain visits and staff who felt less attentive or welcoming. Overall sentiment leans positive, with the strongest praise centered on location and breakfast quality, tempered by occasional concerns about room upkeep and service consistency.
Check availability · Booking links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate disclosure