Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Downers Grove, An Ihg Hotel, Downers Grove
About the Hotel
The Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Downers Grove is located in the western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, offering easy access to both urban and suburban attractions. Known for its complimentary breakfast and free Wi-Fi, it caters to a variety of travelers. The hotel features 121 comfortable accommodations, designed to provide a restful experience.
Location
Conveniently situated near major highways, the hotel allows easy access to attractions like Wrigley Field, Millennium Park, and Navy Pier. It is a short drive from O'Hare International Airport and close to shopping areas such as Yorktown Center and Oakbrook Center. Local public transport options are available, including a nearby train station.
Rooms
Each guest room is equipped with free Wi-Fi, an HDTV with premium channels, and a spacious work area. The triple-sheeted bedding ensures a comfortable night's sleep, complemented by plush duvets and a choice of pillows. Certain units provide a seating area for relaxation, and all rooms include amenities like coffee/tea makers and hair dryers.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy the complimentary Express Start Hot Breakfast Bar, featuring an array of delicious options for a hearty start to the day. For lunch and dinner, numerous dining establishments are within walking distance, offering choices from seafood and burgers to Chicago-style pizza. The hotel's lobby also provides complimentary coffee and tea.
Leisure & Business
The hotel has a business center and offers 1,124 square feet of meeting space suitable for various functions. Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour fitness center, including exercise equipment like treadmills and an elliptical machine. Additional amenities include an indoor pool for family recreation.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
Services
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Snack bar
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's buffet
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers updated rooms with sufficient electrical outlets and ports for phones and computers, but my stay was marred by encountering bed bugs and having to inform the front desk. The service, although attentive to cleanliness, seemed rude and nonchalant at times, like when staff members were lounging in front of guests. The location was excellent for my needs, allowing for easy access to the highway and nearby shops and restaurants. The dining experience was satisfactory with good breakfast variety, although I had to request fresh towels daily. Overall, the hotel has its positives and negatives.
The hotel is conveniently located near historic downtown Downers Grove, making it a good value for those wanting to explore the area. Rooms are in need of serious renovations as they exhibit an old, musty smell with outdated furnishings. However, the service is top-notch, with friendly staff always ready to assist.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were very spacious and clean, which was great, but unfortunately, my room overlooked dumpsters full of construction equipment and glass, creating quite a loud ambiance at 6:30 in the morning.