Travelers are hard pressed to find discounts at a 4-star hotel along the Chicago River, but with this deal room rates have been discounted to $116 & up, including complimentary parking (regularly $51).

To get the best rates, be flexible with travel dates at Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers for this deal:

• $116: Dec. 18-2, 25-31
• $125-$145: Nov. 18-22; Dec. 8, 16-17
• $161-$170: Sept. 3; Nov. 23; Dec. 7, 9, 13-15
• $179-$199: Aug. 27-30; Dec. 3-6, 10-12

From the hotel, walk up three blocks to all of the shops on famed Michigan Avenue, or head three blocks toward Lake Michigan where fireworks sparkle overhead each Wednesday and Saturday evening at Navy Pier.

Note: Labor Day weekend stays are available on Sept. 1, but not as an arrival date.