Best Western Inn- Chicago

Not being very familiar with downtown Chicago I wasn't sure what I was getting into when I booked this hotel, but I was pleasantly surprised.

Located downtown the hotel is just one block from Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile shopping district. The hotel has a sports bar called Newsmakers restaurant, but I did not venture in. There are many choices like Burrito Beach (similar to Chipotles), TGI Friday's and other local and national chains all within walking distance. If you are looking for a quick breakfast or sandwich Dunkin' Donuts is right across the street and open 24 /7 to accomodate night owls.

The room I stayed in was comfortable and clean. I was on the 21st floor (22 is the highest) and while I didn't have much of a view it wasn't totally obscured either. If you want to take a bath it may take awhile since the water pressure is on the low side and the bathroom is very utilitarian.
My hopes to catch a decent movie while relaxing in my rooms were dashed when I discovered that the rooms were devoid of any cable movie channels.

Thanks to the new travel restrictions I couldn't bring toothpaste in my carry-on so I receieved squeeze packets from the fron desk.

For the road warrior who must stay in touch, free wireless access is available in the lobby and most rooms. You need to specify that you want a room with wireless when checking in. Also I arrived before the official check-in time of 3 p.m. and had to check my luggage until the room was ready.

I "only" paid $121.50 for the stay plus another $21.63 in taxes by using the Expedia special rate which beat the hotel's web site pricing.

Overall the hotel provided a good value and I will stay here again when I need a downtown location.