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citizenM Chicago Downtown

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$423+

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Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Downtown

8.9Very good(1814)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Spa

$347+

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Sable At Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection By Hilton

Near North Side

Free Wi-Fi

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Near North Side

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$391+

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Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown

Near North Side

8.5Very good(2480)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet friendly

$303+

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Hyatt Place Chicago/River North

Near North Side

Free Wi-Fi

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection

Near North Side

8.4Very good(1095)

Spa

$409+

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Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

Downtown

8.4Very good(1382)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$310+

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Chicago Getaway Hostel

Lincoln Park

Free Wi-Fi

Near North Side

Free Wi-Fi

Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop - Theatre District

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$240+

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KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in Chicago

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Chicago with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest budget hotel rates in Chicago?

Budget hotels are cheapest in Chicago in February, with average rates of $146. In comparison, May is the most expensive month, with prices at $372.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a budget hotel in Chicago?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Chicago, with an average nightly price of $166. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at $360.

Which neighbourhood do KAYAK users most love to book their budget hotel in Chicago?

The most popular neighbourhood in Chicago among KAYAK users to search for a budget hotel is Downtown, with an average price of $242. River Hotel, Congress Plaza Hotel, and Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown rank among the highest-rated hotels in Downtown.

How much is a budget hotel in Chicago for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star budget hotel room in Chicago found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was $198, while a 4-star budget hotel the lowest price was $168. The cheapest room found overall was for $168.

How much is a budget hotel in Chicago for this weekend?

The cheapest budget hotel room in Chicago for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for $123 per night. For the same dates, 3-star budget hotel rooms have been found for as low as $149 per night and 4-star budget hotel rooms from $175 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in Chicago?

Book at least 58 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Chicago hotel.

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Low season	February
High season	May
Average price (weeknight)	$259
Average price (weekend night)	$323

Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 50% rise in price.

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Prices for budget hotels in Chicago are cheaper in the low season, which is in February and January.
Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Sunday. The most expensive night for a stay is Friday.
The cheapest budget hotel room in Chicago found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $44. The most expensive cost $568.

How much does a room in a budget hotel in Chicago cost?
On average, budget hotel rooms in Chicago cost $346. Depending on when you make your booking, when you book for, and other factors, it is possible to get better deals. The cheapest price booked on KAYAK in the last 3 days was $204.