I've just contracted with the Chicago Travelodge near Soldier Field for visiting Bills Fans. It is located right next to the Best Western Grant Park and the Chicago Hilton so Bills fans should be close to each other.

http://www.travelodgehoteldowntown.com/home/

Because I have to sign a binding contract, I've only commited to 20 rooms at this point. First 20 to call for reservations will get it. If it looks like we fill up quickly, I'll try and get more rooms next door at the Best Western.

The group rate is $125 per night.

Phone number is 312-427-8000. Between now and Monday ask for DAREN in Sales and identify yourself as in the Buffalo Bills fan group to make your reservation. After Monday, our contract should be executed and the rate will be in their system.

Thanks for setting this up, Aussie...I'll be checking with the roommate as to whether or not we've got free lodging arranged in Chi-town. If not, we'll definitely be staying at the Travelodge.

Latest change. The Group Coordinator wants ALL RESERVATIONS at the Travelodge TO GO THROUGH HIM.

Tel: 312-427-8000 - EXT 5003

Darren Andrews.

I will call him tomorrow. Thanks so much for setting this one up. I haven't heard officially - are you joining us for this one??? I owe you a pitcher I think

Absolutely. I'll be there. Chicago is such a great city to party in. Got my flight already. I hope I can get a game ticket somewhere.

WOOHOO! How many you gonna need?

I just booked a room in this block as well. The only bad thing was they only had smoking rooms available, which is fine i guess. This should be a great time!

Ditto - I'm in.

When are you guys arriving & leaving? i'm thinking about staying Saturday and Sunday night but haven't decided yet...

That's what I'm doing.

I'm arriving Friday. Leaving Monday.

Still haven't decided what we're doing - waiting for my roommate to find out if we have a free place to crash. Hopefully I'll know by Saturday, so we can purchase tickets and not worry about it.