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About Maqami

We're Building the Platform We Always Wanted

The B2B travel industry is filled with powerful players, but it's held back by slow, fragmented, and outdated technology. We founded Maqami to build the accommodation engine we knew our partners deserved: a platform that is brutally efficient, relentlessly reliable, and built on a foundation of genuine partnership.

Our Story: A Better Way to Book

Maqami wasn't born in a boardroom; it was born from decades of first-hand experience navigating the complexities of the global accommodation market. We were the agents, the operators, and the developers frustrated by the daily friction of doing business:

  • Slow, clunky portals that wasted precious time and lost sales.
  • The chaos of managing dozens of separate supplier accounts and invoices.
  • Opaque and inconsistent pricing that made it impossible to protect margins.
  • Poorly documented APIs that turned simple integrations into month-long projects.

We knew there had to be a better way. Instead of waiting for one, we decided to build it. We started Maqami with a clear and ambitious goal: to create a single, unified platform that makes sourcing and booking accommodation instant, intelligent, and incredibly profitable for our partners.

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Our mission is simple: provide our partners with an undeniable competitive advantage through superior technology and a genuine partnership. We achieve this by focusing on four core principles:

Absolute Speed

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Ahmed Negm
Founder & Chief Executive Officer

With over a decade of experience in tourism and technology, Ahmed founded Maqami to solve deep operational inefficiencies. He leads with a relentless focus on product excellence and partner success.

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Somaia Mohammed
Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer

Architect of Maqami's high-performance platform and veteran of enterprise-grade systems. Leads engineering with an obsession for speed, reliability, and a world-class developer experience.

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Ammar Yasser Mahrous
Chief Financial Officer

A disciplined financial strategist who has scaled travel and fintech companies without compromising speed. Ammar safeguards our capital strategy, pairing rigorous governance with bold bets that keep Maqami growing responsibly.

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1-Star Hotels in Chicago

★☆☆☆☆ — 80+ properties from $20/night

80
Hotels Available
$20
From / Night
$46
Up to / Night
FREE
To Register

What You Get

Standard amenities and services at 1 star properties

1

Basic room

2

Shared or private bathroom

3

Front desk service

4

Wi-Fi (may be limited)

Best Areas for 1-Star Hotels in Chicago

Loop

1 STAR properties in Loop

Magnificent Mile

1 STAR properties in Magnificent Mile

River North

1 STAR properties in River North

What to Expect from 1-Star Hotels in Chicago

Clean, no-frills accommodation focused on the essentials. Ideal for travelers who plan to spend most of their time exploring rather than in the hotel.

Who Books 1-Star Hotels?

Budget backpackers, short layovers, and cost-conscious solo travelers

Standard Amenities at 1-Star Properties

Basic room · Shared or private bathroom · Front desk service · Wi-Fi (may be limited)

Start Booking 1-Star Hotels in Chicago

Access 80+ properties at wholesale rates. Register for free — no subscription, no minimum volume.

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1-Star Hotels in Chicago — FAQ

How many 1-star hotels are available in Chicago?

Maqami provides access to approximately 80 1-star hotels in Chicago, with B2B rates starting from $20 per night.

What is the average price for a 1-star hotel in Chicago?

1-Star hotels in Chicago typically range from $20 to $46 per night at wholesale B2B rates — significantly below published retail prices.

Which areas in Chicago have the best 1-star hotels?

Top areas for 1-star accommodation in Chicago include Loop, Magnificent Mile, River North. Each area offers strong 1-star inventory with competitive wholesale rates.

Can travel agents access 1-star hotel rates in Chicago?

Yes. Travel agents can register for free on Maqami and instantly access wholesale 1-star rates in Chicago — no subscription fees, no minimum booking volume.

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