Photo: Floyd Barnard / Google MapsHotels for IESNA Midwest 2027 in Rosemont, Chicago
IESNA Midwest 2027 runs 14 to 16 June at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont.
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Where to stay for IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest) 2027: the closest hotels to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center are in Rosemont (River Road) and O'Hare Airport area, with Des Plaines a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
Popular areas for attendees: Rosemont (River Road) · O'Hare Airport area · Des Plaines · Downtown Chicago (Loop).
About IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest)
IESNA Midwest is the regional edition of the Intersolar & Energy Storage North America series for the US Midwest, formerly the Midwest Solar Expo, and the organiser says its next edition takes place from 14 to 16 June at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois.
It is a conference and exhibition for installers, developers, EPCs, manufacturers, distributors, utilities, financiers, policy makers and regulators, and the organiser says it mainly draws US-based professionals doing or seeking business in the Midwest.
Rosemont is a business suburb right beside Chicago O'Hare, so most visitors fly into O'Hare and stay in Rosemont or nearby, with downtown Chicago about 20 minutes away by the organiser's own description. The flagship show of the series runs in San Diego in February; this page covers the Midwest event near Chicago.
If you are comparing IESNA Midwest hotels, this page shows live rates near the convention center for your dates.
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Event at a glance
- Dates
- 14 June to 16 June 2027
- Length
- 3 days, Mon to Wed
- Venue
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
- City
- Rosemont, USA
- Airport
- ORD
- Sector
- Energy
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Hotels near Donald E. Stephens Convention Center for IESNA Midwest 2027
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Sun, Jun 13 → Wed, Jun 16, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
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How do you get to IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest)?
From O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- The organiser says the convention center is located just minutes from O'Hare International Airport
- The Chicago Transit Authority says it runs 'L' train service directly to and from O'Hare, and its Rosemont Blue Line station is at 5801 N. River Rd., on the same road as the convention center at 5555 N. River Rd.
- The CTA lists a number of Pace bus routes connecting at Rosemont station, so check Pace for the current route to the convention center
- Taxi and ride share pick up and drop off are at the main circular drive entrance at 5555 North River Rd.
By car
- The organiser says public parking is in the William St. Garage and East Parking Garage, at USD 20.00 for 24 hours, with the rate subject to change
- You pay as you exit or pre-pay in the lobby area of each parking deck, and there are no in and out privileges
- The main parking garage connects to the convention center by a skybridge, and the maximum garage height is 7 feet 3 inches
How do you get around during IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest)?
Getting to the convention center each day
- The CTA Blue Line stops at Rosemont, with trains toward O'Hare and toward Forest Park, so a hotel near the Blue Line is a car free option for downtown Chicago meetings
- Rosemont station has park and ride, which the CTA prices on its station page, if you are driving to the line
- In 2026 the organiser ran the exhibit hall from 09:00 to 17:00 on Tuesday and 09:00 to 15:00 on Wednesday, after pre-conference workshops on Monday; the 2027 schedule had not been published when this page was written
Around Rosemont and Chicago
- The organiser says Rosemont is one of the Chicago area's most exciting dining destinations, and points visitors to Rosemont's own guide to where to eat
- The CTA says it is the easiest way into and around town, with Blue Line trains running between O'Hare and downtown
- June in the Chicago area is warm, with storms possible, so allow extra time for transfers between meetings and the evening receptions the 2026 schedule listed
Do you need a visa for IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest)?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Check the current US entry rules for your passport on official US government websites before you travel, as they change
- US Customs and Border Protection says the Visa Waiver Program lets citizens of eligible countries travel to the United States for business or tourism without a visa
- Visa Waiver travellers need an approved ESTA, and CBP recommends applying as soon as you begin preparing travel plans or before buying airline tickets
eVisa / visa required
- If your country is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, you will normally need a US visitor visa from a US embassy or consulate
- Appointment waits differ widely by country, so check them early if you plan to be in Rosemont in June
- An ESTA or visa does not guarantee entry: CBP officers decide admissibility when you arrive
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, with the ESTA approval or visa linked to that passport
- Your IESNA Midwest registration confirmation and, if you are exhibiting or speaking, a letter from your employer explaining your role
- Your hotel booking and onward or return travel details, which border officers may ask to see
US entry rules, fees and processing times change often, so check the official US government websites or your nearest US embassy before you book travel.
First time at IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest)?
- Check the organiser's Midwest pages for registration; 2027 registration had not opened on the pages read, and the organiser offers an updates form
- The programme is three days: the 2026 pattern was workshops and an opening reception on the first day, then a full conference and exhibit hall
- The event is regional, so expect conversations about MISO and PJM markets, state policy and community solar, which the organiser lists among its themes
- Keynote breakfasts and lunches were open to conference, press and exhibitor pass holders only in 2026, so check what your pass covers
- Student access to the exhibit hall was a limited window on the last day in 2026
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Because O'Hare is minutes from the venue, a late departure on the final afternoon is realistic, but check the 2027 closing time before booking flights
- A hotel near the Rosemont Blue Line station gives you a direct train to O'Hare and a rail option into downtown without a car
- If your calendar misses June, the series flagship returns to San Diego in February, and the organiser has also listed a Texas event with details still to come
IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest) travel FAQs
Where is IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest) held?
IESNA Midwest (Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Midwest) is held at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, USA. The nearest airport is ORD.
When is IESNA Midwest?
The organiser's next edition is from 14 to 16 June 2027 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois.
Is IESNA Midwest the same as the Midwest Solar Expo?
The organiser says IESNA Midwest was formerly known as the Midwest Solar Expo and is now part of the Intersolar & Energy Storage North America series.
Where should I stay for IESNA Midwest?
Rosemont is closest to the convention center. The O'Hare airport area is the next option, and downtown Chicago is about 20 minutes away by the organiser's description, linked by the Blue Line.
How do I get from O'Hare to the convention center?
The organiser says the venue is minutes from O'Hare. Taxi and ride share are the simplest options, and the CTA Blue Line serves both O'Hare and Rosemont station, which is on North River Road like the venue.
Does Intersolar and Energy Storage North America run elsewhere?
Yes. The flagship event runs in San Diego, with the next edition in February 2027, and this page covers the Midwest event near Chicago.
Can I change my hotel dates for IESNA Midwest?
Yes. The search is pre-filled for the show, but you can change the check-in and check-out dates, for example if you are adding a workshop day or Chicago meetings.
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The smarter E Europe hotelsWhich hotels are closest to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 10 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG★★★ | 0.3 km | ~5 min walk | $154 |
| La Quinta by Wyndham Chicago O'Hare Airport★★★ | 3.4 km | ~12 min ride | $136 |
More hotels close to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Rosemont★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~3 min walk | $265 |
| DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport - Rosemont★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~4 min walk | $282 |
| Hilton Rosemont Chicago O'Hare★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~4 min walk | $312 |
| Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago★★★★ | 0.3 km | ~4 min walk | $289 |
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