Hyatt Regency Chicago

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20 min walk
from 311 S Wacker
6 min bike
via downtown streets
1624 m / 5328 ft
straight-line distance
60 places
within a 5-min walk
Hyatt Regency Chicago is a hotel located at 151 East Wacker Drive, about 1624 m (20 min walk) from 311 South Wacker Drive in the heart of downtown Chicago. Its location puts the Willis Tower, Union Station, the Chicago Riverwalk and the Loop's offices, theatres and restaurants within easy reach.
On Booking.com, guests rate it 8.6/10 across 1611 verified reviews; it is classed as a 4-star property; standard rooms sleep up to 4 guests. Live rates and current availability load when you use the booking box below.
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Hyatt Regency Chicago sits in the Chicago Loop. The nearest CTA 'L' stop is Lake (Red) (Red line), about a 6-minute walk, and Union Station's Metra and Amtrak trains are 22 minutes away on foot — so reaching it without a car is easy.
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Map & Location
Dashed line shows the straight-line route to 311 South Wacker Drive (1624 m · ~20 min walk).
Getting to Hyatt Regency Chicago
From 311 South Wacker Drive
Head northeast — it's about 1624 m on foot (20 min at a city pace). The dashed line on the map above shows the direction.
By 'L' Train
Ride to Lake (Red) (Red line); from the platform exit it's roughly a 6-minute walk. A Ventra card or contactless bank card works on all CTA trains and buses.
From Union Station (Metra / Amtrak)
Exit toward Jackson Boulevard and walk 22 minutes; taxis and rideshare pickups are on Canal Street.
From the Airports
O'Hare: CTA Blue line to the Loop (~45 min) or 30–60 min by car. Midway: CTA Orange line to the Loop (~25 min) or about 20–30 min by car.
If You're Driving
The nearest public garage in this directory is Hotel Parking, about 4 min away on foot — reserve ahead through a parking app for the best rate, or see the 311 S Wacker parking guide.
Walking Times to Chicago Landmarks
| Chicago Theatre | 477 m | 6 min walk |
| Millennium Park (Cloud Gate) | 541 m | 7 min walk |
| Chicago Riverwalk | 644 m | 8 min walk |
| The Art Institute of Chicago | 887 m | 11 min walk |
| Navy Pier | 1223 m | 15 min walk |
| Buckingham Fountain | 1331 m | 17 min walk |
| Chicago Board of Trade | 1360 m | 17 min walk |
| Willis Tower & Skydeck | 1482 m | 19 min walk |
| Union Station | 1789 m | 22 min walk |
Everyday Essentials Near Hyatt Regency Chicago
| Nearest coffee | Stan's Donuts & Coffee | 3 min walk |
| Nearest pharmacy | CVS Pharmacy | 3 min walk |
| Nearest bank branch | Chase | 5 min walk |
| Nearest public garage | Hotel Parking | 4 min walk |
| Nearest print/ship shop | FedEx Office | 7 min walk |
| Nearest dry cleaner | Plymouth Court Cleaners | 19 min walk |
Within a 5-Minute Walk of Hyatt Regency Chicago
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- 3 restaurants: Morton's The Steakhouse, Giordano's Pizzeria, Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
- 1 cafes: Stan's Donuts & Coffee
- 1 bars: Elephant & Castle
- 9 attractions: Chicago Architecture Center, Odyssey Chicago River, Shoreline Sightseeing, McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum (+5 more)
- 1 entertainment: Joan W. and Irving B. Harris Theater for Music and Dance
- 5 health & wellness: Relationship Reality 312, Medrina, Ulta Beauty, The Skin Bar at Ulta Beauty (+1 more)
- 2 parking: Hotel Parking, 60 East Lake Self Park
- 1 banks: Chase
- 3 pharmacies: CVS Pharmacy, CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens
The Neighborhood: The Chicago Loop
The Loop is Chicago's beating heart — the elevated trains that give the district its name rattle overhead past century-old skyscrapers, LaSalle Street's canyon of banks, State Street's flagship stores and the Theatre District's glowing marquees. By day it hums with office workers; by evening the riverfront, Millennium Park and dozens of restaurants keep it alive.
Location Breakdown: Staying at Hyatt Regency Chicago
- Places to eat & drink within 5 min
- 6
- Attractions within ~12 min walk
- 27
- Nearest 'L' station
- Lake (Red) · 6 min
- Union Station
- 22 min walk
- Willis Tower / Skydeck
- 19 min walk
Based on this directory's live data, this address best suits first-time visitors focused on Millennium Park and the lakefront; theatre-goers. Everything in the table is a real walking estimate at a normal city pace (~80 m/min) — no taxi required for any of it.
Good to Know: Local Tips
Timing matters in the Loop: hotel rates here swing with the convention calendar and summer festival season (June–August, peaking around Lollapalooza), while January–February and most Sundays bring the softest prices. Booking two to three weeks ahead usually beats same-week rates downtown.
Practical notes for this location: Chicago hotel bills add roughly 17% in combined taxes, most downtown properties are fully non-smoking, and valet parking typically runs high — if you're driving, compare the reserve-ahead garages in this directory before committing to the hotel's own valet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Hyatt Regency Chicago from 311 South Wacker Drive? +
Hyatt Regency Chicago is about 1624 meters from 311 South Wacker Drive — roughly a 20-minute walk through downtown Chicago.
What is the nearest CTA 'L' station to Hyatt Regency Chicago? +
The closest 'L' stop is Lake (Red) (Red line), about 491 m away — a 6-minute walk.
How do I get to Hyatt Regency Chicago from the airport? +
From O'Hare (ORD), take the CTA Blue line to the Loop (about 45 min) or a taxi/rideshare (30–60 min depending on traffic). From Midway (MDW), the Orange line reaches the Loop in about 25 minutes. Union Station, 22 min away on foot, serves Metra and Amtrak.
Is Hyatt Regency Chicago close to Willis Tower? +
Yes — Willis Tower and its Skydeck are about a 19-minute walk from the hotel.
Where can I park near Hyatt Regency Chicago? +
The nearest public garage in this directory is Hotel Parking, about 4 min away on foot. Downtown garages are cheapest when reserved in advance through parking apps.
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Other Places Near Hyatt Regency Chicago
Chicago Architecture Center
111 East Wacker Drive
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Relationship Reality 312
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19 min from 311 S Wacker Health & Wellness
Odyssey Chicago River
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22 min from 311 S Wacker Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing
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22 min from 311 S Wacker Attractions
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18 min from 311 S Wacker Pharmacies
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20 min from 311 S Wacker Attractions



