By Steve Silverman
Whether you are a resident or visiting, a trip to the John Hancock Building in
Chicago's downtown area is a must. The elevator ride up to the 96th floor that gets you up to the observatory whisks by in less than 45 seconds and costs $15. It affords one the opportunity to see the Chicagoland area from 360 degrees and is quite breathtaking. You can take listening tours as you look out on the horizon. There are a number of fine three-star hotels within close proximity to the Hancock Observatory.
Four Points by Sheraton
This is one of Sheraton's signature hotels and it is in a very convenient location within walking distance of Chicago's Magnificent Mile and many other great attractions, including the Hancock Observatory. This hotel offers 32-inch flat screen TVs in each room and many other amenities, including an indoor pool with a sundeck and whirlpool suites.
Four Points by Sheraton
630 N. Rush Street
Chicago, IL 60611
888-627-7088
http://www.fourpointschicago.com
Doubletree Hotel -- Magnificent Mile
One of the brightest and sharpest hotels in Chicago's downtown area, the Doubletree allows you to walk anywhere you want to go along Michigan Avenue and beyond. The Doubletree has a health spa and workout facilities as well as a rooftop pool and the Markethouse Restaurant.
Doubletree Hotel -- Magnificent Mile
300 E Ohio St
Chicago, IL 60611
312-787-6100
http://www.doubletreemagmile.com
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
The Chicago Marriott offers great access to downtown attractions, including the Hancock Observatory. The Marriott features a 24-hour health club that includes a steam room and a sauna, an Italian restaurant and a hair salon.
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
540 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
312-836-0100
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chidt-chicago-marriott-downtown-magnificent-mile/
About the Author:
Steve Silverman is an award-winning writer, covering sports since 1980. Silverman authored The Minnesota Vikings: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly and Who's Better, Who's Best in Football -- The Top 60 Players of All-Time, among others, and placed in the Pro Football Writers of America awards three times. Silverman holds a Master of Science in journalism from the Medill School of Journalism.
