shoals area

Thanks for your response. Yes, we will be shopping and doing "touristy" things except for the race on Saturday morning. So which areas should I look in on HOTWIRE? We would like to stay $250 or below.

I am traveling to Chicago 11/3-11/7 with 3 friends. I have never booked for 4 before and want to know if I should only use Hotwire? Also, we are traveling for fun but also to run in a race that takes place at Grant Park on 11/5. I am new to this and need any advice you can offer. Thanks so much!