Crowne Plaza Hotel – Burr Ridge, IL Chicago
If you are searching for hotels in and around Chicago, it is easy to be overwhelmed with all of the options.
“Do we stay in the city?”
“Do we stay in the suburbs?”
“Is it family-friendly?”
“Is it conveniently located to the places we want to visit?”
While I was searching for family-friendly hotels around Chicago, I came across the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Burr Ridge, Illinois. It is about a 25 minute drive from downtown Chicago and was conveniently located near two of our destinations: the Brookfield Zoo and the Morton Arboretum. Save 50% on Chicago’s 5 best attractions with CityPASS – Shop Now!
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Welcome!
Upon entering, you are welcomed by a very spacious lobby. The decor is modern and classy, and there is plenty of space to sit and relax.
The lady who checked us in at the front desk was very friendly and accomodating. I have always believed that first impressions are everything and if our experience with her was any indication of how this stay was going to go, it was going to be a good one!
Home Away From Home
During our visit, we stayed in a two queen bedroom, which was perfect for our family. The beds had plenty of pillows and the bedding was bright white, comfortable, and just what we needed after the car ride there.
Each room is equipped with a 43″ HDTV, mini fridge (inside the cabinet, under the t.v.), and a work space complete with Keurig machine and complimentary pods.
The bathroom featured a shower-tub combo, ample counter space, and plenty of towels. It even had a clock in the mirror which was helpful when getting a family ready in the morning.
My favorite part of the bathroom- yes, I have a favorite- was the Beekman 1805 toiletries. The lotion, shampoo, and conditioner are made with a combination of goat milk and a fresh citrus and green-leaf fragrance. It is no wonder they call it ‘Fresh Air.’ The smell alone was enough to wake you up in the morning, feeling revitalized and ready to take on the day.
What I liked most about them is that they are pure and simple: sulfate and paraben free, and also cruelty free. I may or may not have ordered some while sitting poolside.
Time To Get Wet!
As with any hotel we stay in, within minutes after we check in and bring our luggage to the room, the kids are begging to go swimming. We threw on our swimsuits and headed on down.
The indoor pool reminded me of a great mid-century pool oasis with the neutral stone work and beautiful wood beams. The water was warm, and it was clean and modern with ample lounge chairs, tables, and towels.
Fitness Center
Are you more of a workout person versus a dip in the pool? If so, then you will love their state-of-the-art fitness center. It is full of strength training equipment, yoga balls, and cardio machines. There is something for everyone, no matter how you like to workout!
Sip & Savor ~ Cocktails & Eats
If your swim in the pool, or jog on the treadmill, has you craving something to eat, no worries! The hotel is home to the Sip & Savor Bar and Restaurant.
They offer breakfast, lunch, dinner, and room service, and their hours are 6am-10pm. So it doesn’t matter if you’re craving a sandwich, or a charbroiled rib eye, they’ve got you covered. Bonus is they even try to source from local farms whenever possible. How cool is that?!
Our Experience
Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end. We enjoyed our stay at the Crowne Plaza so much, we could have stayed all week! Our kids loved the pool and my husband and I loved being able to relax in between our trip to the Brookfield Zoo and the Morton Arboretum. The complimentary wi-fi came in handy for checking emails and streaming our favorite Mister Rogers episode to help wind down after swimming.
If you’re searching for family-friendly hotels around Chicago, make sure you check out the Crowne Plaza in Burr Ridge. PERHAPS your family will love it as much as we did.
Know Before You Go
- Website: Crowne Plaza – Burr Ridge, Illinois
- Address: 300 South Frontage Road, Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527
- Check-In Time: 3PM
- Check-Out Time: 11AM (Late check-out is available.)
- Parking: Complimentary, well lit parking including ADA parking spaces
- Bonus: They offer a free shuttle bus that stops at businesses within a three-mile radius including the shops and restaurants at Burr Ridge Village Center. There is also an on-site business center.
64 Comments
Jordin
What a gorgeous property! I could do some major relaxing here.
Trisha
It was such a great hotel! Although there wasn’t much relaxing with three kids in tow, I could totally see how peaceful it could be.
Tracy
What a nice hotel! the pool looks awesome! We’ll have to check it out next time we fly into Chicago.
Trisha
The pool was amazing! Hopefully you get a chance to take a dip!
Jen
What a beautiful beautiful place.
Trisha
It was a beautiful hotel!
kmf
This is a great lodging option…especially for its convenient location to the attractions.
Trisha
Absolutely! It was a great central location to everywhere we were planning on visiting.
Missy
Was that a water fountain in the half wall in the lobby or a really cool wall?
Trisha
It was a really cool wall! I thought the same thing when I first walked in and had to take a double look.
Lisa Manderino
This looks like a great option for hotels near Chicago!
Trisha
It was the perfect fit for our family!
Tara
This crown plaza looks like a great place to stay when in Chicago! I love all of the pictures that you added to your post, especially the one of the pool! My kids would absolutely love this.
Trisha
My kids had so much fun! We had the whole pool area to ourselves for a few hours. It was a great opportunity for mom to put her feet up! 😉
Charlotte
Love how clean it looks.
Trisha
It was a very clean hotel! From the room all the way to the pool. We were very impressed!
Brianna
This looks like a great place to stay thank you for this post!
Trisha
It was the perfect hotel for our family. Without a doubt, we will be back again.
Tiffany
Love heading to hotels in the Chicagoland suburbs – so many to explore! Great pick – looks like a great time!
Trisha
Burr Ridge was a great town! Very friendly people and the traffic wasn’t as bad as some of the neighboring towns. We would go back again in a heartbeat.
Holly
Amazing property! I love Chicago I will be putting this on my stay here list for my next visit!! Thank you!
Trisha
You’re very welcome, Holly! I hope you enjoy your upcoming Chicago trip!
Lucy
Looks like a very nice hotel! Loved the post, quick and straight to the point!
Trisha
Thank you, Lucy! We had a great time during our stay!
Tamera Foley
This was great to get complementary parking in the Chicago area. Thanks for sharing about this property.
Trisha
Yes, it was great to have free parking in the Chicago area. It’s the little things that matter! 😉
Robin Frields
Looks like a beautiful place to stay!
Trisha
It was very clean, new, and modern feeling. Just what we were looking for!
Charlene
I told my husband I want to go away for a weekend to celebrate my birthday this month. Maybe I’ll show him this post!
Trisha
The Crowne Plaza would be a wonderful escape for a weekend away! Great idea!
Beatriz
This looks so fun and entertaining! I like all this post about Chicago soon, one day will be able to go !
Trisha
We all had a great time! Hope you get to visit Chicago sometime soon!
Tricia Snow
Crowne Plaza is one of my favorite brands too. They seem to have great locations when staying in the city!
Trisha
It was a perfect “on-off” location from the expressway.
heather jandrue
I love the lobby of this hotel. It looks like it a great place to stay. I like the clean, crisp look of the rooms.
Trisha
It was beautiful! The rooms made me feel like I was at home!
Stacey Billingsley
What a great place to stay in Chicago. My daughter would be all about that pool. It’s nice to know what places have a nice indoor pool when you’re traveling during different seasons of the year. Great post!
Trisha
Thank you, Stacey! We are ALL about the pools!
Chantelle
Good info! Its always my favorite when hotels have “good” toiletries too 🙂
Trisha
They can make or break a hotel stay! 😉
Jen
Looks like a great place to stay! I’ll keep this in mind when traveling that way ! Thank you
Trisha
I hope you have a great stay if you get the chance to venture that way!
Monica
The pool is beautiful! This hotel seems to be a great option to stay close to the city. Thank you.
Trisha
It was in a great location!
Noelle Collins
Very nice! The pictures were great, and it looks like a really comfortable place to stay. Those toiletries sound awesome! I love natural products.
Trisha
The toiletries were a nice surprise! Especially because I forgot mine! 😉
Alice
This post reminded me I have one to write about a similar place I stayed at Wisconsin Dells. Looks like a nice place to stay.
Trisha
It was great!
Maria Gustafsson
You can’t go wrong with the Crown Plaza that’s for sure! Sounds and looks like a lovely stay. There is nothing quite like staying in a good hotel. Even if all you are doing is sleeping!
Trisha
I think everyone rests easier knowing they are in an incredible hotel!
Lisa
What a great option! An indoor pool in the Chicago area is always a plus.
Trisha
That is very true!
Annette
Such a relaxing place to stay!!! I’ve stayed at other Crown properties and they seem to be very comfy.
Trisha
We were all very comfortable during our stay. You can never have too many pillows to choose from! 😉
Shannon
Nice. I’d love to stay
Trisha
Shannon, you would love it!
Jane
What a perfect place to get away from it all! Love the fact that its not too far for you to enjoy some of the main attractions while at the same time it’s away from the chaotic life in the main city.
Trisha
Exactly! I know some people can get overwhelmed in a big city, so it’s nice to have great options that are just outside of the chaos.
Melissa Jones
The hotel looks great and I love that they offer a free shuttle to local/near-by businesses.
Trisha
Me too! I thought it was a great option if you flew in, and didn’t have a car.
Suzan
Crowne Plaza’s are always such a reliable property!
Trisha
It was our first time staying at a Crowne Plaza, and I can say, it won’t be our last.
Caitlin Westwood
Wow what a beautiful looking hotel. You took some great pictures! They made me feel like I was actually there!
Trisha
Thank you, Caitlin! I wish I was there right now! 😉