Courtyard Chicago Downtown/River North

Courtyard Chicago Downtown/River North is a mid-range hotel at 30 E Hubbard Street in the River North Gallery District of Chicago, Illinois. River North is known for its art galleries, restaurants and nightlife, and the hotel sits a few blocks from the Chicago River, the Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. The Grand and Chicago stops on the Red Line, as well as several bus routes, are within walking distance, and the Loop is a short distance south. Guest rooms are offered as Standard Rooms, Double Queens, King Rooms and suites, with the Courtyard brand's work desk and bright, modern design. A fitness center, a restaurant and bar, a business center and a concierge are on site, and the lobby is laid out as a casual space for working or meeting. The hotel appeals to business travelers attending meetings in River North and the Loop, as well as leisure guests who want to walk to deep-dish pizza restaurants, steakhouses and theatres. Rates of roughly $169 to $339 fluctuate with the convention calendar and with summer weekends. Parking is typically valet-only and charged nightly, so visitors who arrive by train or air often skip a car. For those who prefer a quieter stay, higher floors on the side away from busy streets are generally calmer, and requests can be made at booking. Service is efficient and business-oriented, and the neighbourhood supplies far more dining choice than the on-site restaurant, which mainly serves breakfast and casual meals. From O'Hare, the Blue Line to Clark/Lake and a short transfer to the Red Line at Grand reaches the area in roughly 45 minutes, and rideshare takes about 30 to 40 minutes. Nearby attractions include the Chicago Riverwalk, the Merchandise Mart, the Chicago Architecture Center and the Magnificent Mile. River North's galleries are concentrated within a few blocks, and many open for evening walks, which makes the hotel a convenient base for visitors interested in contemporary art.