The Hyatt Regency at O’Hare was picked for our stopover because I liked the look of the lobby.
If we did not feel like retiring when we arrived, I thought it might offer options for us to get a few steps in before bed. From Google Maps, it looks like it has a greenbelt or green space to stroll in behind the hotel. 
It is a huge hotel and there are plenty of floors to explore to reach pedometer goals if you don’t want to go outside, and there are loads of nooks to sit a spell.
It is very cold in Chicago this time of year, but it was nice to see the Christmas décor- and the Gingerbread house/zoo/village that the staff created was brilliant!
Our impression was that we were among a clever staff and creative people. We were thrilled because there were a bunch of characters trawling all over the hotel that were there for a cosplay event. Although the two of us would not be motivated to go to one, it was a captivating way to spend an evening at a hotel during a cold time of year. Plenty of entertainment and no need to step outside into the cold.
The kids looked like they were really enjoying themselves and had put a great deal of effort into their costumes. Everywhere we turned they were lurking. We took the lift to several floors and did not see any repeat characters.
For dinner we found a quiet table at the bar. The drinks and pub food were good. Shared a shuttle with a flight attendant the next day to the airport and she said “something is always going on at this Hyatt ”.
The room did not have a view – not a surprise for an airport hotel, but the bed was comfortable. Our room was in the executive wing. There was a soothing sleep machine in the room. The area of the hotel we were in was pretty quiet but I was concerned we would hear the kids in the corridor during the night. Happily, all we heard was an occasional door opening in the morning.
We felt we got a lot more for our money than at the Hilton where we stayed on the way back. The Hyatt offers a variety for breakfast including omelets made to order. It makes you feel a bit better about spending your money. I did not option for an omelet – my breakfast was okay. The server was very keen.
If we are staying at O’Hare again I definitely would like to stay at the Hyatt, if they offer a good price, It clearly attracts those attending events at the Hyatt or conference center. I hope they will offer rates for those of us that enjoy the Hyatt, but still would like a good price for just a stopover and a meal. As it is not the main event and staying near to an airport is not that appealing generally…I would like to see an option that includes breakfast, evening appetizers and a drink for two under $150 for members. I booked in August for a December stay. Hotels in Vancouver have rewarded us with vouchers for drinks and meals. We still end up spending money buying additional drinks etc, but feel better about getting a great deal. 
