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Hotels near Willis Tower

The Willis Tower, formerly and still commonly referred to as the Sears Tower, is a 110-story, 1,451-foot (442.3 m) skyscraper in the Loop of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Designed by architect Bruce Graham and engineer Fazlur Rahman Khan of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), it opened in 1973 as the world's tallest building, a title that it held for nearly 25 years. It is the third-tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, as well as the 26th-tallest in the world. Each year, more than 1.7 million people visit the Skydeck, the highest observation deck in the United States, making it one of Chicago's most popular tourist destinations. Due to its height and location, the tower is visible from a great distance. The building has appeared in numerous films and television shows set in Chicago.

153 hotels within 5km of Willis Tower in Chicago, United States, with nightly rates from around $108 to $1,643 (averaging $441), including 91 properties rated 4 stars or higher. The closest is Hilton Garden Inn- Chicago Central Loop, about 0.1km away. Soldier Field and United Center are within reach for a gig or a match.

Basing yourself near Willis Tower puts you firmly in the Loop, Chicago's business and civic core, which means wide streets, elevated train tracks overhead, and a slightly quieter feel once the office day ends. It's an efficient choice for sightseeing: you're within reach of the river, the Art Institute, and the Loop's architectural set-pieces on foot, and the Skydeck's queues are easiest to manage if you can simply walk over early rather than cross town. Of our 137 listed hotels, 24 sit within that under-1km radius, so proximity here isn't rare, but it is a genuine advantage for anyone prioritising a short first-morning walk over evening buzz.

The Loop empties out somewhat at night compared with River North or the Gold Coast, so those booking close to the tower should expect a more corporate, weekday-driven atmosphere with restaurants and bars thinning out after dark, especially at weekends. The trade-off is straightforward: staying further out usually means livelier surroundings and sometimes better value, at the cost of a longer walk or a short transit hop back to the tower.

Quality is solid across the board — 87 of the 137 hotels are 4-star or higher, so travellers aren't sacrificing comfort by choosing based on location alone. Given that, it's worth deciding first whether you want the convenience of the Loop's business-district calm or the after-hours energy of a neighbouring area, then picking from the well-rated options accordingly.

153 hotels within 5km

Where to stay near Willis Tower

Hilton Garden Inn- Chicago Central Loop

Hilton Garden Inn- Chicago Central Loop

9.2816 reviews

245 S Franklin St, 60606

0.1km away

FromUS$596.32/night
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Canopy By Hilton Chicago Central Loop

Canopy By Hilton Chicago Central Loop

9.2734 reviews

226 West Jackson Blvd, 60606

0.1km away

FromUS$645.59/night
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THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8.2469 reviews

172 W Adams St, 60603

0.2km away

FromUS$600.10/night
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JW Marriott Chicago

JW Marriott Chicago

9.0411 reviews

151 West Adams Street, 60603

0.2km away

FromUS$703.59/night
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The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection

The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection

9.1309 reviews

208 SOUTH LASALLE STREET, 60604

0.3km away

FromUS$998.27/night
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown

8.05,281 reviews

1 S Franklin Street, 60606

0.3km away

FromUS$309.07/night
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Central Loop Hotel

Central Loop Hotel

8.44,405 reviews

111 West Adams Street, 60603

0.4km away

FromUS$187.93/night
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Kimpton Gray Hotel Chicago by IHG

Kimpton Gray Hotel Chicago by IHG

9.0368 reviews

122 West Monroe Street, 60603

0.4km away

FromUS$564.76/night
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Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/Loop

9.2189 reviews

11 S Lasalle St, 60603

0.4km away

FromUS$868.09/night
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The Buckingham Hotel

The Buckingham Hotel

8.91,124 reviews

425 South Financial Place

0.4km away

FromUS$332.44/night
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Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

Hyatt Place Chicago/Downtown - The Loop

8.64,658 reviews

28 North Franklin Street, 60606

0.5km away

FromUS$560.73/night
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Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

8.61,933 reviews

100 West Monroe Street

0.5km away

FromUS$506.70/night
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Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown by IHG

8.2956 reviews

506 West Harrison Street, 60607

0.6km away

FromUS$266.66/night
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Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

9.01,347 reviews

22 W Monroe St, 60603

0.6km away

FromUS$388.63/night
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The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

8.42,107 reviews

171 W Randolph St, 60601

0.7km away

FromUS$220.57/night
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Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

9.02,679 reviews

500 South Dearborn Street, 60605

0.7km away

FromUS$377.84/night
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The Palmer House Hilton

The Palmer House Hilton

8.01,808 reviews

17 East Monroe Street

0.8km away

FromUS$309.36/night
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Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

9.01,642 reviews

1 West Washington

0.8km away

FromUS$413.70/night
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HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel

8.512,823 reviews

24 E Ida B Wells Drive

0.8km away

FromUS$162.14/night
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago West Loop Fulton Mkt Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago West Loop Fulton Mkt Area

9.0686 reviews

118 North Jefferson Street, 60661

0.8km away

FromUS$496.37/night
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Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area

8.81,162 reviews

116 N Jefferson

0.8km away

FromUS$526.10/night
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Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

9.01,589 reviews

10 S Wabash Ave, 60603

0.9km away

FromUS$288.92/night
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Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop - Theatre District

Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop - Theatre District

8.31,974 reviews

32 W Randolph St

0.9km away

FromUS$189.84/night
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Crowne Plaza - Chicago West Loop by IHG

Crowne Plaza - Chicago West Loop by IHG

8.41,395 reviews

25 S Halsted St

0.9km away

FromUS$290.64/night
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