Midway and O'Hare airports are easily accessible by public transportation. If you'd rather not cart your luggage, cabs are readily available at both airports. Click here to find more information on transportation from Midway Airport. Click here to find more information on transportation from O'Hare Airport. Chicago is a very walkable city.
Downtown hotels are close to stores, theaters, restaurants and attractions.
For places that are further away, cabs are easily accessible and hotel doormen will even flag them for you. If you would rather save money and take public transportation, your hotel's concierge can answer questions you have about the nearest stops for the CTA and how to transfer from one line to another. Web site for more information. Airport hotels cater to business travelers and vacationers who want to be near the suburbs. If you are traveling to Chicago and plan to do a heavy amount of sightseeing, you'll probably prefer to stay in a downtown hotel.