Chicago Hotels
The hotels below, all located Downtown, have been listed alphabetically within four different price categories:
$$$$ (over US$300)
$$$ (US$200 to US$300)
$$ (US$100 to US$200)
$ (under US$100)
These prices are for one night in a double room, excluding room tax and breakfast unless otherwise specified. Travellers should be aware that winter rates are sometimes less than half the cost of summer and convention rates. Beginning rates listed reflect this.
Luxury
At the Four Seasons, personal service, attention to detail and elegant appointments are basics. The opulent seventh-floor lobby has a French art deco look, while spacious guest rooms include 1940s French décor and, for viewing stunning city and lake vistas, some have leather window seats. Marble bathrooms are spa-like. Expect twice-daily housekeeping services, in-room Wi-Fi access and 24-hour technical support. At the posh Seasons restaurant, American cuisine is flavoured with a bit of France. There is an elegant spa and fitness centre and, just an elevator ride away, is the upscale shopping mall anchored by Bloomingdale's.
120 East Delaware Place
Tel: (312) 280 8800.
Website: www.fourseasons.com/chicagofs
Price: $$$$
Service, discretion, understated elegance and attention to detail have made The Peninsula Chicago a sanctuary. Guest rooms are spacious while bathrooms have a steam-free TV screen and hands-free telephone that eliminates the sound of water. The Lobby, with its 6m- (20ft-) high ceilings and elongated French windows, is the place to meet for a meal or cocktails. During afternoon tea, there is live classical music. The Bar, Pierrot Gourmet, a wine bar and European cafe, the Asian-flared Shanghai Terrace and the upscale Avenues complete the hotel's gourmet offerings. The spa and fitness centre serve the needs of the tired traveller or fitness fanatic.
108 East Superior Street
Tel: (312) 337 2888.
Website: www.peninsula.com
Price: $$$$
The Ritz has always been a symbol of luxury and the Ritz-Carlton Chicago is no exception. An award-winning dining room, oversized rooms with a view, L'Occitane bath toiletries, state-of-the-art business facilities and 24-hour concierge service are some of the reasons its reputation is deserved. The hotel provides special rooms for allergy-sensitive guests, a full service spa, cookies and toys for kids and, for four-legged visitors, pet services that include gourmet room service. The hotel also has its comp-cierge service - at just a moment's notice, a technician will render personal computer assistance to guests.
160 East Pearson Street
Tel: (312) 266 1000.
Website: www.fourseasons.com/chicagorc
Price: $$$$
Moderate
The friendly-staffed Best Western River North is a find. It has a great location, a little west of the Magnificent Mile, and is exceptional value. Spacious, pastel coloured, modern-styled rooms are well appointed with a work area. Many amenities are fee free like high-speed Internet access, in-room movies, coffeemakers and 30 minutes of local calls. In addition and at no cost, the hotel provides parking, fitness room and indoor pool. Pizzeria Ora, its onsite restaurant, specialises in Chicago-style deep dish pizza. Fine restaurants, shopping, attractions and Navy Pier are all within walking distance.
125 West Ohio Street
Tel: (312) 467 0800.
Website: www.rivernorthhotel.com
Price: $
Built in 1893, to accommodate visitors to the World's Columbian Exposition, the Congress Plaza Hotel still retains much of its old charm. This Chicago landmark is located across from Grant Park and is an easy walk to The Loop, Auditorium Theater, Art Institute, Millennium Park and the Museum Campus. Guestrooms are small but adequate, with two doubles or one king-sized bed, table and two chairs. Sip a brew at Tavern Tap or eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the casual Gazebo Restaurant. The atmosphere at Rafael's is a bit more intimate.
520 South Michigan Avenue
Tel: 312 427 3800.
Website: www.congressplazahotel.com
Price: $
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