Hotel Congress

Built in 1919, the Hotel Congress is most famous for being the place where FBI agents captured bank robber John Dillinger in 1934. A fire broke out and Dillinger's gang paid guests to rescue their luggage — not knowing it contained weapons and cash. Staff and guests report seeing the ghost of a woman in period clothing on the upper floors and unexplained activity in Room 242.

Apparitions in the hallways, objects moving on their own, cold spots in the basement, and the spirit of a man in 1930s clothing seen near the front desk.

Phone: (520) 622-8848

Hours: Open 24 hours (hotel); Club Congress & restaurant hours vary

Admission: Free to enter; room rates vary (typically $100–$250+ depending on season and room type)

Website: https://hotelcongress.com

🧾 Personal Experiences

• Guests have reported waking up to the sensation of someone sitting on their bed, only to find no one there.
• A former employee claimed to hear footsteps following them in an empty hallway, stopping whenever they turned around.
• Paranormal investigators visiting the hotel have recorded unexplained EVPs (electronic voice phenomena), including faint responses to questions.

While many experiences are anecdotal, the consistency of reports across decades adds to the hotel’s haunted reputation.

🔮 Paranormal Activity Rating

High (Frequent activity)

Hotel Congress stands out not just for its rich history, but for the sheer volume and consistency of paranormal reports. Whether you’re a skeptic or believer, it’s a hotspot for unexplained phenomena in the American Southwest.