Chicago Oct 3 - 6

[KickinD]

I am heading to a conference in October, but it only runs Wednesday to Friday. I'd like to extend my stay Friday night and fly back on Saturday. The Hotel Monaco, where the conference is held, is a crazy $359 a night. I'd be happy to grab a cheap place for the night, if it meant being close to the airport or Casa. I know we have a few guys in Chicago, so hopefully someone can suggest a cheap clean place to stay. I appreciate the help fellas.

 

[Hoshneer]

Priceline.... It never does me wrong. You can get a 4 star for around $100.

 

[Goalee1]

Yeah, I got a great room at the Fairmont for $109 a night, right off randoph and michigan. If you're mobile and want to be around Casa though, there is a Best Western just down the road which is usually below $100 a night, just that you'll be a little away from Ohare if thats where you're flying in/out of. Try to fly in/out of Midway, then you'll be good to go. G1

 

[sofc]

3-4 stars near O'hare on priceline should be 40-80 depending on time of year. I've gotten some for $30ish.

 

[darkman]

barickman ct, in Oswego. bit of a ride, but the price is right.

 

[kwkincer]

I just stayed in the Hard Rock Hotel on Michigan. It was around $150/night and you could 'borrow' a Fender guitar for free. It's not the best hotel in the world, but it's hard to beat the location. In October and not during a Bears game, the hotel should be a little cheaper. The cab ride to oHare was $30, I believe...

 

[smokinbodybuilder]

barickman ct, in Oswego. bit of a ride, but the price is right.

I was thinking....why the hell would you suggest Oswego. Its nowhere near Chicago or Casa.....THEN it made sense. Good call.

 

[KickinD]

Thanks guys, I'm going to book my flight and keep an eye out for a cheap hotel option for Friday night. There are plenty of options on Priceline, but would rather hear something is clean and worth the money from one of you.

 

[dayento2]

By chance do you know when in October? The weekend of October 6-7th is the Chicago Marathon. Hotels downtown will gauge prices. Your best bet might be finding a place close to O'hare airport. Casa is just a shot down 294 and you can always hop on the Blue Line towards downtown.


BTW the Monaco is pretty pimp. I pass by it on my way to class.

 

[KickinD]

By chance do you know when in October? The weekend of October 6-7th is the Chicago Marathon. Hotels downtown will gauge prices...

Yep, that's the weekend. :frownno:

 

[orangedog]

keep it classy - rock The Drake :thumbsup:

 

[sofc]

barickman ct, in Oswego. bit of a ride, but the price is right.

Only if you want to wake up at 5 o'clock in the morning to a "f
lock of seagulls"

 

[KickinD]

keep it classy - rock The Drake :thumbsup:

Looks nice, but just as expensive as the Monaco!

barickman ct, in Oswego. bit of a ride, but the price is right.

Only if you want to wake up at 5 o'clock in the morning to a "f
lock of seagulls"

Too many inside jokes here

 

[JuYcEmAn]

Priceline.... It never does me wrong. You can get a 4 star for around $100.

+1

I always use Priceline for rental cars and hotel rooms. You can get some crazy great rates if you research the area and bid accordingly.

 

[ciggy]

My family and I just stayed at the Hotel Monaco and had a great time. It's the perfect spot to stay in Chicago and we loved it there. Do the priceline check! We did and got a great deal.

 

[KickinD]

My family and I just stayed at the Hotel Monaco and had a great time. It's the perfect spot to stay in Chicago and we loved it there. Do the priceline check! We did and got a great deal.

Well the flight is booked, so I just have to find a deal for Friday night. I usually get my car rentals through Priceline cheaper than our corporate rate, so hopefully I can snag a good deal on the hotel.

Anyone up for a meetup on Friday? Wednesday and Thursday would have to be after 7, but available too. Hopefully, I can meet a few friendly faces.

 

[KickinD]

Anyone up for a meetup on Friday? Wednesday and Thursday would have to be after 7, but available too. Hopefully, I can meet a few friendly faces.

Bump....few weeks away, but looking forward to it!

 

[KickinD]

This just jumped up on me real quick, only a week away. Anyone going to be in town next week?

 

[Jfire]

I would open up the home lounge for a herf but will be heading to MS for CVM4s annual herf with the boys. Wb and I leave that Thursday afternoon. Sorry brother.