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A strategic suburban gateway

Des Plaines occupies a distinctive position in the Chicago metropolitan area, where proximity to O'Hare International Airport meets genuine suburban character. The downtown district centers around the restored 1920s Des Plaines Theatre, an Art Deco landmark that now houses live performances and Bourbon 'N Brass, a speakeasy-style bar tucked behind a hidden entrance. The Metra Union Pacific Northwest line connects you to downtown Chicago in 33 minutes, while historic bungalow neighborhoods reflect early 20th-century development.

Entertainment and outdoor spaces

Rivers Casino serves as the area's premier entertainment destination, featuring Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House for upscale dining alongside extensive gaming facilities. Lake Opeka anchors the city's recreational offerings with an 18-hole golf course, marina, and waterfront trails. For a glimpse into regional history, the Methodist Campground preserves over 100 white Victorian cottages from the 1860s, creating an unexpected time capsule listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Practical positioning

The city's location makes it particularly valuable for business travelers needing O'Hare access without downtown Chicago rates. The site marks corporate history where Ray Kroc opened his first McDonald's franchise in 1955. The Chicago Botanic Garden lies 20 minutes north, and downtown Chicago's cultural institutions are easily reached by rail.

Frequently Asked Questions about Des Plaines

Can I book hotels in Des Plaines with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Des Plaines hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.

What are the benefits of booking my Des Plaines hotel on Delta Stays?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies differ depending on the property you choose. We suggest reviewing the cancellation policies displayed in the detailed information for each hotel before completing your reservation. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the mileage credits you earn and receive in your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card provides you with additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 that you can apply toward prepaid hotels or vacation rentals when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Please note that terms apply to these offerings. To explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Occasionally, Delta Stays may offer SkyMiles Members an opportunity to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on hotels and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

No, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Visit the delta.com to join today.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Yes, in addition to traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your vacation. You have access to numerous homes, condos, and specialty lodging options powered by Vrbo to suit your travel preferences. You can discover these alternative accommodations by visiting the Vacation Rentals page.

What's a good time of year to visit Des Plaines?

To experience Des Plaines during great weather, consider a visit in July when the temperature averages 73°F and the skies are mostly sunny. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during January when temperatures reach a cold 25°F with fewer visitors and significantly lower pricing.

What hotels in Des Plaines are located closest to Rivers Casino?

Rivers Casino features over 1,000 slots and nearly 50 table games minutes from O'Hare. Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House provides upscale dining between rounds. Popular hotels include The Westin O'Hare which is a 14-minute walk. Chicago Marriott Suites O'Hare is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a 16-minute walk.

What hotels in Des Plaines are near Lake Park?

Lake Opeka's 76 acres invite you to sail, fish, or play the par-3 golf course. Lakeside paths wind through parkland where wildlife thrives along the water's edge. Popular hotels include Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel which is a short drive away. Another hotel is The Westin O'Hare and it is within a short drive.

What hotels in Des Plaines are near Arndt Park?

Arndt Park's illuminated sled hill draws families for evening sledding until 10 PM in winter. Year-round, you'll find basketball courts, athletic fields, and reservable picnic pavilions. One popular hotel is Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel which is a short drive away. The Westin O'Hare is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar