Sheraton Grand Chicago

Set on the riverside in downtown Chicago, this upscale, high-rise hotel is within 15 minutes’ walk of Millenium Park, Navy Pier and the Grand Red subway station. Warmly decorated rooms come with 47-inch flat-screens, Wi-Fi (fee) and coffeemakers with Starbucks coffee. All feature lake, river or city views. Modern 1- and 2-bedroom suites add separate living rooms. Most have dining areas, and some have wet bars and kitchens. Room service is available. There’s a polished steakhouse with football memorabilia. Other amenities include a 120,000 sq ft convention space, as well as a gym, a sauna and an indoor heated pool.