Candlewood Suites O'Hare

Above, the kitchen area. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Since the Crowne Plaza (where G-FEST is held) was fully booked up by the time I tried to book a room, I stayed a few miles away at the Candlewood Suites.

Above, the desk and television area. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The price was about the same as the Crowne Plaza, but I had a suite that included a kitchen. This was a big help in saving money on meals. I had all my breakfasts there as the hotel has a small store that sold Quaker Oatmeal packets for fifty cents.

Above, a nice, comfortable bed. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

I got to & from the convention and Candlewood Suites with Uber. That was a lot cheaper than taking a taxi!

The kitchen had a microwave oven and dishware, so I was able to have my usual oatmeal (great for fighting cholesterol) breakfasts in the room. The food at the Crowne Plaza was pricey as ever, so this was a big savings for me. There's also a refrigerator in the room to keep a bottle of milk inside.

Above, since it was a smoking room, I was able to enjoy a stogie. 

I would recommend Candlewood Suites near O'Hare International Airport if one wants to save on their travel food costs.