Prairie~Phlox Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 I was thinking a B&B or house rental? It would just be for a weekend, not sure when. Just dh & I would go. We can get into the museum of Science & Industry for free & would love to kayak or something like that if possible. Any suggestions on accommodations or kayaking? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 For kayaking I am assuming you are not going until at least May :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairie~Phlox Posted January 4, 2018 Author Share Posted January 4, 2018 For kayaking I am assuming you are not going until at least May :-)Correct, I’m thinking June-August possibly or even September. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 I don't have any first hand experience, I just remember hearing about this place: http://www.chicagoriverpaddle.com 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodGrief Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 We stayed at the Best Western River North when we were there for Christmas a few years ago. I remember the room being a little small, but the location was fantastic, easy walk to lots of places. The price was right, and the parking was free and convenient. Parking can be super expensive downtown, so if you stay away from downtown, factor that part in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Where do you want to kayak —lake or river? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Where do you want to kayak —lake or river? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 I personally like to stay right downtown so we can walk to a lot of places. I just go on hotels.com and try and find a good deal. (And then check out reviews on tripadvisor.com.) A couple times we've stayed in a hotel with a little kitchen so we can prepare our own meals. I do love the Museum of Science and Industry. One of my favorites! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairie~Phlox Posted January 4, 2018 Author Share Posted January 4, 2018 Where do you want to kayak —lake or river? Probably river? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBM Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 (edited) Probably river?Kayak Chicago might work. The riverwalk is being transformed which would make it even nicer. For a place to stay, in summer the Gold Coast is hopping. Safe, near all kinds of excellent restaurants and shops. Airbnbs can be surprisingly affordable. The prettiest areas are the blocks with old brownstones. You’ll find a lot of these between North Avenue and Division Street (north/south) and Lake Shore Drive and Clark Street (east/west). The streets Bellevue, Cedar and Elm are south of Division but very nice, and they are just east of Mariano Park, the epicenter of the Viagra Triangle.The zip code is 60610 and if you want to be closer to the city near Bloomies and whatnot, the zip is 60611. This area is also just south of Lincoln Park and close to the Red Line CTA (Clark and Division) as well as numerous bus lines. Our apartment is in the Gold Coast and I’m here right now. If you decide to stay here and want some suggestions for eating, sightseeing, feel free to ask. Edited January 4, 2018 by MBM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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