Authored by Local Arrangements Committee
ACM RESPECT 2026 Venue:
Main Conference (June 9–10)
Kasbeer Hall, Corboy Law Center
Loyola University, Water Tower Campus
25 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611
Pre-Conference Workshops (June 8)
UIC Computer Design Research and Learning Center
850 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607
Lodging and Travel: We look forward to conferencing with you. For in-person attendance, please note that ‘Summertime Chi’ can be as pricey as it is gorgeous. Please book your travel and accommodations as soon as possible. Consult the Agenda at a Glance to see when to arrive and depart, but try not to miss a moment of our full two main-conference days. Please check the conference website for updates and follow us on LinkedIn for the most up-to-date information.
Accommodation
For accommodations closest to the main conference (25 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611), please follow the below directions below for our room block at Loyola’s Baumhart Hall, which is directly across the street from the conference. While financial realities preclude us from a traditional hotel room block, Baumhart Hall has budget-friendly options that we hope will be helpful for our community. Note that the main conference is excellently located for local, high-quality public transportation, so you are welcome to book elsewhere to suit your preferences and budget. Baumhart Hall offers suites (run year-round as a hotel) and apartments (graduate student housing available during breaks).
Lodging Options @ Baumhart Hall:
- Two-Bedroom suite | Each private bedroom is equipped with a queen bed, has its own bath, and shares a common living space with kitchen. Suites can accommodate 2–4 people.
$320/night for one whole suite - One bedroom in a two-bedroom suite | The guest in the other bedroom would be from your conference and same gender. Once both guests have booked, you can request each other via email. Each bedroom is equipped with a queen bed and can accommodate 1–2 people.
$177.00/night for one bedroom in a shared suite - Two-Bedroom apartment | Each private bedroom is equipped with an XL-twin bed, has its own bath, and shares a common living space with kitchen.
$253/night for one whole apartment - One bedroom in a two-bedroom apartment | The guest in the other bedroom would be from your conference and same gender. Once both guests have booked, you can request each other via email. Each bedroom is equipped with an XL-twin bed.
$135.00/night for one bedroom in a shared apartment
Ready to book Baumhart Hall?
- Go to lodging.luc.edu.
- Enter the dates of stay (promo active for June 7–11).
- Enter the number of rooms or apartments you want to purchase.
- Enter promo code: respect26
- Chose the desired lodging option.
- Proceed to payment page (Please note that the payment page will timeout if the credit card isn’t handy.)
- If there are any questions, please contact loyolalodging@luc.edu.
Other Downtown Chicago Hotels:
Looking for more of a traditional hotel vibe? Check out the options on Loyola’s Water Tower Campus guide page. On April 22, 2026, there were still some decently priced options at Hotel Felix ($280/night) and Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile ($320/night). Book ’em while you can! Both options are within a few blocks of Kasbeer Hall. Don’t forget to leverage any discounted booking options from your home institution or discount travel sites. You may even look at hotels a little further away and plan to take a quick CTA train ride to Kasbeer Hall. $2.50/ride gets you to the Chicago Red Line stop, literally around the corner from the conference.
Airports
If you’re traveling to Chicago by air, you can fly into either O’Hare International Airport (ORD) or Midway International Airport (MDW), both of which handle plenty of domestic flights from across the U.S. O’Hare is the larger airport with more flight options, while Midway is smaller and often quicker to get through. From either airport, it’s easy to reach the downtown conference locations using taxis, rideshares, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) trains, or the Metra commuter rail.
Train
If you prefer rail travel, Amtrak provides convenient service into downtown Chicago, arriving at Chicago Union Station. Union Station is centrally located, making it easy to reach most conference venues by taxi, rideshare, or public transit.
Public Transportation to the venue (with cost)
UIC
- CDRLC, Department of CS Building
- CTA Stop: Halsted-UIC ($2.50, tap to pay)
- Google Maps: Address for Rideshare (pin)
- Parking: Halsted/Taylor Parking Garage or EIB Lot ($15 full day, CC), 5-minute walk to CDRLC
Loyola Local Recommendations
For detailed information on parking, getting to Loyola’s Water Tower campus, and nearby restaurant recommendations, visit Loyola’s information page.
For help finding things to do nearby and more food options, try the Magnificent Mile website.
UIC Local Recommendations
UIC, walkable
- Little Italy offers a charming atmosphere with historic streets and classic Italian restaurants and bakeries.
- Greektown is known for its vibrant dining scene, featuring authentic Greek cuisine and welcoming hospitality.
UIC, via public transport
- The Loop is just a short train or rideshare trip away, where visitors can explore Chicago’s central business district, cultural attractions, and iconic architecture.
- Chinatown, Chicago, is a vibrant neighborhood with authentic Asian cuisine, bakeries, and unique shops.
Places to get something sweet
UIC
Near UIC, a local favorite for a sweet treat is Mario’s Italian Lemonade, famous for its refreshing Italian ice in a variety of classic flavors (summer only).
Top food places
UIC
Conference-goers can enjoy classic Chicago flavors like the famous Italian beef sandwich at Al’s Beef, known for its juicy, seasoned beef served on a fresh roll with optional peppers. Try it dipped if you want to be like a local.
For a taste of Chicago’s vibrant dining scene, you can check out Girl & The Goat for creative, globally inspired shared plates, Little Goat Diner for playful diner‑style breakfast and comfort food, and Duck Duck Goat for bold, Chinese‑influenced dishes with hand‑pulled noodles and dumplings — all part of the acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard’s restaurant group in Chicago.
RESPECT Local Highlights
Food
- Azul – Latino-inspired seafood dishes and creative cocktails
- Bar Takito – Go enjoy Taco Tuesday and some margaritas
- El Nuevo Mexicano Restaurant – Authentic Mexican dishes with vegetarian options
- Batter & Berries – visit for breakfast
- Can’t Believe It’s Not Meat – Vegan and vegetarian eats
- Kitchen + Kocktails Chicago by Kevin Kelley – Southern soul food
- Mogadishu Restaurant – North African cuisine
- Havana Grill – Pan-Latin cuisine
Family-friendly places (zoos, museums, kids’ entertainment spots)
- Navy Pier – A classic Chicago destination with rides, boat tours, games, and waterfront fun.
- Chicago Children’s Museum – Interactive exhibits and hands‑on play are perfect for younger kids.
- Lincoln Park Zoo – A free zoo with a wide variety of animals and outdoor space to explore.
- Griffin Museum of Science and Industry – Engaging science exhibits like a submarine, tornado simulator, and more.
- Millennium Park – Outdoor play areas, art installations like The Bean, fountains, and open space for kids to run.
- Museum of Ice Cream
City tourist sites
- The Art Institute of Chicago – Home to world-class art collections, including Grant Wood and Impressionists.
- Willis Tower Skydeck – Iconic observation deck with glass ledge views over the city.
- 360 Chicago Observation Deck – Offers panoramic views of the city and Lake Michigan.
- Chicago Riverwalk – Scenic walking path with restaurants, boat tours, and public art.
Art
Warning that these are further away from the venue, so prepare to have a ride
- Heritage Museum of Asian Art
- The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture
- National Museum of Mexican Art
- Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures West Asia & North Africa
Shopping
- Exile in Bookville – a bookstore with vinyls and books
- 900 North Michigan Shops
- Mary Mary Gifts