The Sixth NAREA Summer Conference
ACCOMMODATIONS IN CHICAGO
The urban convenience of Chicago supports conference participants by offering a wide range of accommodations. Participants should book their own reservations. This list gives a variety of accommodations which are close to the conference and exhibit locations. In some cases, reduced rates are offered to conference participants.
Hotel Info / Rates / Notes
Chicago’s Essex Inn
800 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: 1-312-542-5115
Fax: 1-312-939-1605

3 blocks to conference
4 blocks to exhibit
Individuals will reserve directly with the hotel. Please mention NAREA when making reservations. / 50 rooms have been held
for each night for
June 22, 23, and 24 at the rate of $129.00* per night on a first come basis until
May 22, 2010.
Early Bird Discounts
With a consecutive three night minimum stay, prepaid by April 15, 2010, guests will receive complimentary wireless internet and a complimentary fast pass entrance to the John Hancock Observatory (one per person).
With a consecutive four night minimum stay, prepaid by April 15, 2010, guests will receive the above (wireless internet and fast pass entrance) and the discounted rate of $114.00* per night single/quad.
Early Bird Discounts are
Non-cancelable and
Non-refundable. / Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Parking—Valet parking is currently available at a reduced rate of $37.00 daily for registered guests.
Attendees should call our toll free reservations number
(800) 621-6909, fax number
1-312-939-0526 or email them at .
Upon making reservations a one night’s room and tax deposit or a major credit card is required to guarantee rooms.
The Essex Inn is located on the Michigan Avenue Cultural Mile, across the street from Grant Park and down the road from Soldier Field and McCormick Place.
Club Quarters
111 West Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 1-312-214-6400
Fax: 1-312-601-3300
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11 blocks to conference
6 blocks to exhibit
Individuals must call Club Quarters Member Services during business hours at 212-575-0006 or email to reserve their rooms. Individuals should identify themselves with Columbia College Chicago and use group code CCC620. Any reservations after the cut-off date will be subject to availability. / These rooms have been held until May 20, 2010. Any reservation after the cut-off date will be subject to availability.
15 Club rooms—1 full bed $119.00*/$77** per night
15 Standard rooms
1 queen (or 2 twin beds upon request)
$134.00*/$87** per night
15 Superior rooms—
1 queen with kitchenette/
rollaway bed or sleeper sofa available upon request
$154.00*/$107** per night
**Rates apply for Friday/Saturday/Sunday / Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Parking—$34.00 daily valet with In/out privileges.
Located in the center of the Central Loop, which is Chicago’s business and financial district. Near LaSalle and next to the Rookery, it is a short walk to the Symphony Center, Art Institute, Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower) and Grant Park.
The Hilton Chicago
720 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: 1-312-922-4400
Fax: 1-312-922-5240

3 blocks to conference
3 blocks to exhibit
Individuals must call the Hilton at
1-312-922-4400 to reserve their rooms. Use group code NAR. / 25 rooms have been held until May 24, 2010 for each night of June 22, 23, 24 at the rate of $225.00* per night with 2 beds per room.
The cut-off date is May 24, 2010. / Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00AM
Parking--$45.00 daily
The Hilton Chicago is a grand and historic property with over 1,500 rooms. It is located in the heart of the Loop overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan.
Hotel Blake
500 S. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: 1-312-986-1234
Fax: 1-312-939-2468

7 blocks to conference
2 blocks to exhibit / Please check hotel’s website and online booking sites for specials and reduced rates. / Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Parking--$44.00 daily valet
with in/out privileges.
Indulge in Hotel Blake, a landmark of luxury in one of downtown Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
University Center
Dorm Housing
525 South State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: 1-877-4-UCC-INFO
Fax: 1-312-924-8100

1 block to conference
5 blocks to exhibit
To book a room, please contact LaChandra Simon, University Center, 312-924-8089 or or visit University Center Chicago-
Summer Group Housing for additional information. / 4 Bedroom Apartment—
$79.00 per person (minimum of 4 people) per night
Quad Semi Suite—
$62.50*** double per person,
Per night or $100.25*** single per person, per night
***Room rates include one
all you care to eat meal per day in the Dining Center. / Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 10:00 AM
Parking—No dorm parking but
there are several decks in the area charging $25-30 +/- per
night.
During the summer months,
University Center offers full-service overnight
accommodations to groups and individuals. Guests enjoy the use of the building’s recreation areas, fitness center, outdoor terrace, kitchen areas, dining center, retail services, and laundry facilities.
J. Ira and Nicki Harris Family Hostel
Hi-Chicago
24 E. Congress
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: 1-312-360-0300

6 blocks to conference
same block as exhibit / One bed in dorm-type setting is $33+/- plus tax. Rate depends upon how many people in a room. / Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Parking—Discounted rate of $27 per night at Park One on Congress. Does not include
In/out services.
Located in the center of downtown Chicago, Hi-Chicago is very close to Lake Michigan and within walking distance of Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, and the Art Institute.
Facilities include internet access and laundry.

*All lodging rates are subject to an approximate 15.4% state and local tax in addition to the room rates listed above.