Best Western O'Hare is located near Chicago O'Hare International Airport and provides a free shuttle service to/from the airport. The hotel has a business centre, fitness room and an on-site restaurant.
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Chicago O'Hare International Airport Guide (ORD)
Airport info
Code:
ORD
Number of terminals:
4
Timezone:
GMT -5:00
Address:
PO Box 66142 Chicago, Illinois 60666, United States
Location:
The airport is situated 29km (18 miles) northwest of Chicago.
Telephone:
(773) 686 2200 or 1 800 832 6352 (customer service hotline).
Here you'll find essential information on Chicago O'Hare Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.
Airport news:
O'Hare is currently in the process of a long-term US$6.6 billion (£4 billion) modernisation scheme which is planned to reduce delays and generally improve operational efficiency at the airport. Work involves realigning the runways and numerous related projects.
Information:
Information desks (tel: (773) 686 2200) are available in Terminals 1, 3 and 5. Multi-lingual staff are on hand to provide information and assist passengers with directions, 24 hours a day. Two Travelers Aid booths are located in Terminal 2.
Website:
www.flychicago.com Driving directions:
The airport lies on I-190. To reach I-190 from central Chicago, take I-90; from the north and south suburbs, take I-294; from the west suburbs, take I-88, then I-294.
Public Transport
Public transport rail:
Rail: The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) (tel: 1 888 968 7282; www.transitchicago.com) runs the 24-hour 'L' service to downtown Chicago. The CTA station is located on the lowest level of the main parking garage at Terminals 1, 2 and 3 (accessible from Terminal 5 on the ATS system). Metra North Central commuter trains servedestinations in Lake and northern Cook counties, with five daily inbound and outbound trains between Antioch and Chicago Union Station. The station at the airport is situated near the remote long-term car parks and is on the ATS system.
Public transport road:
Bus: Continental Airport Express shuttle buses (tel: (773) 247 1200; www.airportexpress.com) depart from all terminals for central Chicago and northern destinations. There is also an hourly shuttle and coach service to Midway Airport (tel: 1 877 324 7767; www.coachusa.com/wisconsincoach). There are a number of regional services available from the airport. The Bus and Shuttle Centre is located on the ground level of Terminal 5 car park. This is the pick-up point for most bus, shuttle and regional services, including hotel courtesy buses. Public transport services are available for disabled travellers.
Taxi: There are taxi ranks outside the Arrivals area of each terminal (journey time: 30-45 minutes to central Chicago).
Terminal facilities
Money:
There is a full-service bank, ATMs, bureau de change facilities and a post office. Wireless Internet is available at various locations throughout the airport.
Food:
There is a variety of restaurants, bars, fast-food outlets and cafés.
Shopping:
There are numerous shops, including duty-free shops in each terminal.
Luggage:
Trolleys are available at all terminals. There are lost property desks staffed by the Chicago Police Department on the upper levels of all terminals.
Other:
There is a medical centre, AED units (defibrillators), baby-change facilities, a play area and a 24-hour interfaith chapel.
Airport facilities
Conference and business:
There is a business centre and extensive meetings facilities at the Hilton O'Hare Airport in Terminal 2 (tel: (773) 686 8000; www.hiltonfamilychicago.com), providing a full service, including fax, photocopying, and packing and shipping. There is also a Laptop Lane facility (tel: (773) 894 3100) in Terminal 1, providing workstations with computers, Internet, fax, printing, IDD telephones and laptop connections. Individual airlines also have dedicated lounges, which can be used by business travellers with loyalty cards.
Disabled facilities:
Information representatives provide assistance to hearing- and visually-impaired travellers. Disabled passengers are requested to confirm any special needs with their airline four days in advance. Facilities include ramps and lifts, escorted wheelchair services, TTY telephones, visual paging for hearing-impaired passengers and Braille buttons in lifts. The ATS system is fully accessible, with elevators provided at each of the five stops. Assistance within the airport can be arranged in advance for Terminals 1 and parts of Terminal 2 (tel: (773) 601 3398), Terminal 2 (tel: (773) 985 0059) and Terminals 3 and 5 (tel: (773) 686 7561). Adapted hire cars for drivers with disabilities can be provided with two or three days' notice. Disabled car parking facilities are provided for badge holders. Disabled toilets are located throughout the airport.
Car parking:
A multi-level parking garage and additional ground level car parks (Lots B and C) service Terminals 1, 2 and 3. Hourly, daily and valet parking is available. Lot D has hourly and daily parking for the International Terminal. There are also two car parks available for long-term parking (Lots E and G). Lot E is connected to the ATS rail system connecting all terminals; free shuttle buses to the terminals are also available. General parking information is available 24 hours a day (tel: (773) 686 7530). There is a 'cell phone' lot on the site for those collecting arriving passengers.
Car rental:
All major car hire companies are represented, including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz and National. Companies are located on the lower level near baggage reclaim in Terminals 1, 2 and 3. Many companies at the airport run free shuttle buses to pick-up and drop-off areas. There are no car hire companies in Terminal 5, although courtesy telephones are available on the lower level of the terminal at the hotel and car hire information kiosk and can be used to book a car.
Airport hotels
Comfort Inn O'Hare
Comfort Inn O'Hare is located close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and provides a shuttle service to/from the terminals. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, business and meeting facilities and it is pet-friendly.
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Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott is located close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and provides a shuttle service to/from the terminals. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, business centre, fitness centre and a swimming pool.
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DoubleTree Hotel O'Hare-Rosemont
DoubleTree Hotel O'Hare-Rosemont is located s short drive from Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Hotel facilities include two restaurants, meeting rooms, a fitness centre and a swimming pool.
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Four Points Hotel by Sheraton
Located within walking distance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Four Points Hotel by Sheraton offers a complimentary fitness facility, business services and car parking.
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Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is located within the airport at Terminal 2. The hotel offers a range of dining options and is close to various entertainment venues.
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Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare
Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare is located a few minutes from Chicago O'Hare International Airport and provides a complimentary shuttle service to/from the terminals. Hotel facilities include a steakhouse, business services and a fitness centre.
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Hotel Sofitel Chicago O'Hare
The 415-room Hotel Sofitel Chicago O'Hare is located in downtown Chicago and has an on-site restaurant, bar and meeting facilities.
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Hyatt Regency O'Hare
Hyatt Regency O'Hare has more than 1,000 rooms and provides a free shuttle service to/from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, which is a short distance away. The hotel has a 24-hour gym and extensive meeting facilities. It is connected to Stephens Convention Center by a skybridge.
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Hyatt Rosemont
The 206-room Hyatt Rosemont is located close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and offers a free shuttle bus service to/from the terminals. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, patio, parking facilities and a 24-hour gym.
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Radisson Hotel Chicago O'Hare
Radisson Hotel Chicago O'Hare is located a short drive from the airport and offers a complimentary shuttle service to/from the terminals. Facilities include a gym, swimming pool, business services and a range of dining options.
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Ramada Plaza Hotel Chicago O'Hare Airport
Ramada Plaza Hotel Chicago O'Hare Airport is located close to the airport and provides a shuttle bus service to/from the terminals. Other facilities include a swimming pool, meeting rooms and a gym.
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Westin O'Hare
Westin O'Hare is located close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport and offers a complimentary shuttle service to/from the airport. Other services include a 24-hour business centre, a gym, and on-site dining options.
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