But the location made me think of another old economical standby on South Michigan Avenue. Look into the Congress Plaza, also about 500 something South Michigan. It is a former grand hotel which is a little down at the heels, but nevertheless perfectly adequate. I had some friends stay there in May, and I thought it quite comfortable and acceptable. They were in a two room suite at a special weekly rate of about $110 per night. It is especially convenient to the Museum Campus, and the convention center.

A straightforward Google search turned up a dozen hotel broker sites where the hotel is listed. Here are a couple: http://www.number1hotels.com/il/chicago/congress_plaza_hotel/ http://www.4hotelsinchicago.com/4h-congressplazahotel-ch.htm

Good luck, Joel