The Congress looks amazing from the outside and th...

The Congress looks amazing from the outside and the lobby is absolutely beautiful! It is very conveniently located and we felt safe. We very much appreciate older architecture and were at first enamored with the old school feel...that said, our room was clean but the shower leaked all over the floor. The air couldn't keep up with keeping us cool even though it was 60 s/t outside. We ended up opening our windows as much as they would open. The bar downstairs is beautiful and the bartender was super friendly but not that on the ball...It WAS conveniently located by Grant Park and the beautiful fountain but....overall, I would say it was just ok...which make me feel bad to say b/c I love historical buildings and places but....