Logistical Information

Hotel Information

Discover a downtown Chicago hotel soaring 46 stories into the city skyline and boasting contemporary, yet comfortable accommodations at the Marriott Downtown Chicago Magnificent Mile Hotel.

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
540 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Phone: 312-836-0100
Fax: 312-836-6139
Toll-free: 800-228-9290

A limited number of rooms have been reserved for the evenings of April 13–16. Rates are $219 plus taxes, for a single or double room. Please note there are no rooms available on Saturday night, April 12. Call the hotel directly and mention that you are attending the Enterprise Risk Management Symposium to receive the negotiated rate. Reservations must be made by Monday, March 24, 2008. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 11:00 a.m.

Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile Attractions

  • World-famous shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.
  • Within walking distance to Navy Pier, American Girl Place, Theater and Museum Districts, as well as many other top Windy City attractions.

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Attractions and Details

  • Recently renovated hotel rooms offer stunning city views.
  • Stylish upgrades, including flat screen TVs and ergonomic chairs with sleek, modern desks.
  • Ventoso Restaurant features inspired Italian cuisine and an extensive wine list in a casual atmosphere.
  • Taxi fare from O’Hare is approximately $40 and $25 from Midway.
  • Valet parking at Marriott is available for $39 per day or self-parking is available one block away for $26 per day.

Suggested Attire

Business casual attire is suggested for all sessions as well as receptions. Since meeting room temperatures and personal comforts vary, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the sessions. In Chicago, the average high temperature during April is approximately 59 degrees and the average low is approximately 42 degrees.

Airline Information

United Airlines is the designated carrier for the ERM Symposium. United Airlines is offering discounted airfares to all meeting attendees into either Chicago airport:

  • O’Hare International Airport (ORD) located 17 miles from downtown Chicago
  • Midway International Airport (MDW) located 10 miles from downtown Chicago

To take advantage of these reduced fares, please call United at 800-521-4041 and refer to File Number 530TF.