This 339-room Trump is one of the top luxury hotels in Chicago, located in a modern glass tower right on the Chicago river and within easy walking distance of the Magnificent Mile. The sleek, glossy decor is subdued and tasteful, and every amenity -- from the Michelin-rated restaurant, to the big indoor pool, to bright fitness center, to the spa -- is first-rate. The huge, tasteful rooms have limestone bathrooms with soaking tubs and floor-to-ceiling windows (often with phenomenal views). Only The Peninsula and The Waldorf can compare.
This 339-room Trump is one of the top luxury hotels in Chicago, located in a modern glass tower right on the Chicago river and within easy walking distance of the Magnificent Mile. The sleek, glossy decor is subdued and tasteful, and every amenity -- from the Michelin-rated restaurant, to the big indoor pool, to bright fitness center, to the spa -- is first-rate. The huge, tasteful rooms have limestone bathrooms with soaking tubs and floor-to-ceiling windows (often with phenomenal views). Only The Peninsula and The Waldorf can compare.
The six-room Villa D’Citta is a cozy, romantic bed-and-breakfast occupying in a 19th-century stone mansion in residential Lincoln Park. Its small handful of features are all charming: an arched brick courtyard with a barbecue grill, a sun deck with outdoor whirlpool, and a large communal kitchen stocked with free coffee, juice, and ingredients for guests to make their own waffles, panini, or other snacks. The bright, luxurious rooms have distinct personalities, but all have big flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, and hardwood floors; note that two of them share a bathroom. For a historic boutique hotel in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast, closer to the city's top attractions, consider the Talbott Hotel.
The six-room Villa D’Citta is a cozy, romantic bed-and-breakfast occupying in a 19th-century stone mansion in residential Lincoln Park. Its small handful of features are all charming: an arched brick courtyard with a barbecue grill, a sun deck with outdoor whirlpool, and a large communal kitchen stocked with free coffee, juice, and ingredients for guests to make their own waffles, panini, or other snacks. The bright, luxurious rooms have distinct personalities, but all have big flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, and hardwood floors; note that two of them share a bathroom. For a historic boutique hotel in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast, closer to the city's top attractions, consider the Talbott Hotel.
The 162-room, four-pearl Hotel Blake Chicago offers sophisticated, boutique accommodations at a convenient location just one block south of the loop and within a brief walk of train stations and Grant Park. Its stylish rooms are comfortable and spacious, and the attached Meli Café gets rave reviews for its extensive menu options at every meal. The Blake is competitively priced for all it offers, and it's a solid choice for both leisure and business travelers with 24-hour business and fitness centers. But many viable alternatives with comparable amenities exist in downtown Chicago, such as The Silversmith Hotel, so travelers may want to compare rates.
The 162-room, four-pearl Hotel Blake Chicago offers sophisticated, boutique accommodations at a convenient location just one block south of the loop and within a brief walk of train stations and Grant Park. Its stylish rooms are comfortable and spacious, and the attached Meli Café gets rave reviews for its extensive menu options at every meal. The Blake is competitively priced for all it offers, and it's a solid choice for both leisure and business travelers with 24-hour business and fitness centers. But many viable alternatives with comparable amenities exist in downtown Chicago, such as The Silversmith Hotel, so travelers may want to compare rates.
The flagship for the Godfrey brand, the upscale Godfrey Hotel Chicago is located in the River North neighborhood, an eight-minute walk from the Magnificent Mile. Completed in 2014, the hotel is hip and sexy. It offers a dizzying array of modern luxuries: a sleek all-white marble-clad circular lobby with contemporary seating, stress-reducing in-house spa, an ultra-modern rooftop lounge with a restaurant, two bars, and a hip nightclub when night descends. The hotel’s 221 rooms are just as eye-catching as the common areas, with decor that manages to be contemporary without being stark. The party vibe isn't for everyone and there are extra fees for parking and breakfast. It's worth checking rates at the nearby Hotel Felix Chicago for their French restaurant and quieter nights.
The flagship for the Godfrey brand, the upscale Godfrey Hotel Chicago is located in the River North neighborhood, an eight-minute walk from the Magnificent Mile. Completed in 2014, the hotel is hip and sexy. It offers a dizzying array of modern luxuries: a sleek all-white marble-clad circular lobby with contemporary seating, stress-reducing in-house spa, an ultra-modern rooftop lounge with a restaurant, two bars, and a hip nightclub when night descends. The hotel’s 221 rooms are just as eye-catching as the common areas, with decor that manages to be contemporary without being stark. The party vibe isn't for everyone and there are extra fees for parking and breakfast. It's worth checking rates at the nearby Hotel Felix Chicago for their French restaurant and quieter nights.
The Waldorf-Astoria offers top-of-the-line luxury in Chicago. With an intimate, boutique feel -- but all the amenities of a large hotel -- the 215-room Waldorf caters to leisure and business travelers. Sleek rooms feature neutral tones, contemporary furnishings, and gorgeous marble bathrooms that offer separate showers and soaking tubs, as well as TVs inset in the mirrors. Highlights include a top-notch spa, and health club with extensive services and an indoor lap pool. Plus, the hotel's location in the swanky Gold Coast neighborhood puts it within walking distance of upscale shops, restaurants, and attractions.
The Waldorf-Astoria offers top-of-the-line luxury in Chicago. With an intimate, boutique feel -- but all the amenities of a large hotel -- the 215-room Waldorf caters to leisure and business travelers. Sleek rooms feature neutral tones, contemporary furnishings, and gorgeous marble bathrooms that offer separate showers and soaking tubs, as well as TVs inset in the mirrors. Highlights include a top-notch spa, and health club with extensive services and an indoor lap pool. Plus, the hotel's location in the swanky Gold Coast neighborhood puts it within walking distance of upscale shops, restaurants, and attractions.
The budget Hostelling International Chicago is a step above typical hostels in size, cleanliness, and location. Rates are fantastic, given its location inside Chicago’s downtown Loop. Its 68 rooms (500 beds overall) receive rave reviews for being clean, comfortable, and functional. Many options exist, from 10-bed, same-sex dorms to private rooms with private bathrooms for couples or families. A free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and lots of space help make it popular with travelers of all ages and nationalities. Organized activities such as free walking tours enhance its appeal. It’s a good choice for budget travelers who want to stay downtown. But travelers looking for a traditional hotel that’s still very budget friendly for downtown Chicago could consider the nearby, mid-range Congress Plaza Hotel, which also has a fitness center and lots of event space.
The budget Hostelling International Chicago is a step above typical hostels in size, cleanliness, and location. Rates are fantastic, given its location inside Chicago’s downtown Loop. Its 68 rooms (500 beds overall) receive rave reviews for being clean, comfortable, and functional. Many options exist, from 10-bed, same-sex dorms to private rooms with private bathrooms for couples or families. A free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and lots of space help make it popular with travelers of all ages and nationalities. Organized activities such as free walking tours enhance its appeal. It’s a good choice for budget travelers who want to stay downtown. But travelers looking for a traditional hotel that’s still very budget friendly for downtown Chicago could consider the nearby, mid-range Congress Plaza Hotel, which also has a fitness center and lots of event space.
The three-pearl Comfort Suites Michigan Avenue/Loop offers an attractive package of spacious suites, good rates, and a great location that attracts a diverse mix of travelers. Its Loop location near the Chicago River is well serviced by public transportation and within walking distance to many attractions. Suites feature full kitchens and washer/dryer combos. Two-bedroom suites even offer a second bathroom, and some suites have private balconies. A free hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi enhance the hotel's appeal. Bathrooms are on the small side, however, and like many other hotels downtown, parking is expensive and off-site. But it’s a package that’s hard to beat and with only 119 units, it sells out often. A reasonable, mid-range alternative inside the Loop is the Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theater District, though rooms lack kitchens.
The three-pearl Comfort Suites Michigan Avenue/Loop offers an attractive package of spacious suites, good rates, and a great location that attracts a diverse mix of travelers. Its Loop location near the Chicago River is well serviced by public transportation and within walking distance to many attractions. Suites feature full kitchens and washer/dryer combos. Two-bedroom suites even offer a second bathroom, and some suites have private balconies. A free hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi enhance the hotel's appeal. Bathrooms are on the small side, however, and like many other hotels downtown, parking is expensive and off-site. But it’s a package that’s hard to beat and with only 119 units, it sells out often. A reasonable, mid-range alternative inside the Loop is the Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theater District, though rooms lack kitchens.
The luxurious 415-room Sofitel Chicago, two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, is noteworthy for its big, bright rooms; excellent service; and sleek French restaurant and wine/cocktail bar. It's a haven for business travelers, with plush white beds, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers in the rooms, and several facilities -- fitness center, business center, and room service -- available around-the-clock. For a nearby business hotel that's a notch less luxurious but notably more modern, there's the Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile, which was extensively renovated in 2015.
The luxurious 415-room Sofitel Chicago, two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, is noteworthy for its big, bright rooms; excellent service; and sleek French restaurant and wine/cocktail bar. It's a haven for business travelers, with plush white beds, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers in the rooms, and several facilities -- fitness center, business center, and room service -- available around-the-clock. For a nearby business hotel that's a notch less luxurious but notably more modern, there's the Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile, which was extensively renovated in 2015.
The 520-room W Chicago - Lakeshore delivers the chic decor you'd expect from a W, and its impressive features -- a spacious gym, attractive indoor pool, on-site Bliss Spa, and absolutely stunning views of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier -- make this a solid upscale option. Current Restaurant and the Living Room lobby bar draw guests and locals, as does the rooftop terrace. Stylish, contemporary guestrooms have up-to-date technology, but smallish bathrooms and a charge for Wi-Fi. If the vibe here is a bit too hip for your taste, check rates at the nearby Waldorf Astoria Chicago.
The 520-room W Chicago - Lakeshore delivers the chic decor you'd expect from a W, and its impressive features -- a spacious gym, attractive indoor pool, on-site Bliss Spa, and absolutely stunning views of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier -- make this a solid upscale option. Current Restaurant and the Living Room lobby bar draw guests and locals, as does the rooftop terrace. Stylish, contemporary guestrooms have up-to-date technology, but smallish bathrooms and a charge for Wi-Fi. If the vibe here is a bit too hip for your taste, check rates at the nearby Waldorf Astoria Chicago.
Located in the heart of Downtown Chicago, the 400-room Loews Chicago Hotel is a luxury property catering to business travelers and families alike. Rooms are stylish and contemporary, providing great amenities such as Julien Farel toiletries, iPod docks, fully stocked minibars, and free Wi-Fi, plus wonderful city, lake or river views in most units. ETA Restaurant draws locals and visitors alike with an excellent American menu, while the lobby bar is a cozy spot for a nightcap or a casual meeting. In the summer, the rooftop lounge is a popular after-work spot, thanks to sweeping views and a light bites menu. The indoor pool, modern fitness center with Peloton bikes, and extensive meeting space are great perks, too, but the hotel lacks a spa. For a stellar luxury experience and access to a top-notch spa and health club, consider the similarly priced Waldorf Astoria Chicago.
Located in the heart of Downtown Chicago, the 400-room Loews Chicago Hotel is a luxury property catering to business travelers and families alike. Rooms are stylish and contemporary, providing great amenities such as Julien Farel toiletries, iPod docks, fully stocked minibars, and free Wi-Fi, plus wonderful city, lake or river views in most units. ETA Restaurant draws locals and visitors alike with an excellent American menu, while the lobby bar is a cozy spot for a nightcap or a casual meeting. In the summer, the rooftop lounge is a popular after-work spot, thanks to sweeping views and a light bites menu. The indoor pool, modern fitness center with Peloton bikes, and extensive meeting space are great perks, too, but the hotel lacks a spa. For a stellar luxury experience and access to a top-notch spa and health club, consider the similarly priced Waldorf Astoria Chicago.