What about parking? I've heard it can be a nightmare in Chicago.
On-street parking in the Loop (downtown), River North district, and Lakeview (Boys Town) district can be a challenge. Parking is almost always available in convenient lots, but these can be expensive.
For downtown and River North hotels, parking is usually NOT included in the daily room rate. Some hotels do have convienient parking with easy 24 hour in/out access, but others do not. If you will have a vehicle, ask when making your hotel reservations.
Suburban hotels, clubs, and other facilities will usually have adequate free parking.
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