Five Star Lisle Hotels

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The city of Chicago is undeniably exciting, but sometimes you don't want to stay in the middle of all the action during your vacation. The town of Lisle is a great alternative. This quaint northern Illinois town is full of services and amenities and only 25 miles north of Chicago. Stay in one of the five star Lisle hotels and you can get the best of both worlds with urban sophistication and suburban relaxation. There's no need to rush to the city every day for excitement because there is plenty to do in Lisle and its surrounding areas. You can commune with nature at the Morton Arboretum during a hike, guided tour or an outdoor concert. Attractions include an interactive children's garden, the Maze Garden and Fragrance Garden. Summertime visitors can cool off at the Sea Lion Aquatic Park in Lisle, an award-winning facility that has several pools, waterslides and concession stands. The neighboring town of Naperville holds a variety of things to do. Its charming downtown area is great for an afternoon of shopping, hitting a boutique spa or just watching foot traffic while eating an ice cream cone. The DuPage Children's Museum is located in Naperville and offers parents the opportunity to learn alongside their little ones in a creative environment. Also nearby is the Naper Settlement where visitors can experience the history of Illinois' pioneer days through Victorian times. Finish your visit with a stroll along the Naperville Riverwalk, touted as one of the most beautiful spots in the Midwest because of its covered bridges, fountains and landscaping.

When visitors are ready to hit the city, Chicago offers unrivaled art, culture and entertainment. As the third largest city in the country, Chicago glitters with modern skyscrapers while preserving its incredible historic architecture. Whether you drive or take the light rail from one of the five star Lisle hotels, it won't take long to dive into the city scene. The sports culture in Illinois can only be described as "die hard". The Bears, the Bulls and the Blackhawks can be seen live or on any neighborhood bar TV. The area supports two major league baseball teams, the Cubs and the White Sox. Each team plays in its own celebrated stadium and has a legion of enthusiastic fans. Even if you're not there for a sporting event, it's likely someone will ask you what you thought of "the game". Navy Pier is the most visited tourist destination in the Midwest and for several reasons. It's made up of 50 acres of parks, attractions and dining options. Families enjoy the amusement rides and neighboring Children's Museum.

Adults can fast-forward their city tour on a segway from here. One stop few will want to miss is Millennium Park, where more than 500 free events are hosted each year. This state-of-the-art town square is near the majestic Lake Michigan shoreline and has won awards for its architecture and environmentally friendly design. As it is situated on top of a parking garage and commuter rail station, it is classed as the largest rooftop garden in the world. Many of the city's culture hot spots are within walking distance of each other. The Shedd Aquarium, The Museum of Science and Industry and Art Institute of Chicago greet visitors from down the street with their stunning architecture. In fact, the Museum of Contemporary Art's building and terraced sculpture garden is as much a work of art as the exhibits inside of it. Of course, you'll need to find a faster way to get around if you plan on visiting even a portion of the city's 200 art galleries. Thankfully there are several choices of transportation in the city including the 'L' train system, Metra light rail, buses, taxis, shuttles and guided tours. Perhaps the best part of staying at one of the five star Lisle hotels is returning to it at night. Getting away from the bustle and noise of the big city into Middle America is a trip worth taking. Amenities at these hotels often include luxury linens, fitness rooms and swimming pools. Also, there will most likely be an on-site restaurant or lounge where you can wind down for the evening. There is usually ample free parking available, which hardcore city dwellers will appreciate most of all.

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