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    Moxy Chicago Downtown

    4.3 (226 reviews)
    ModerateHotels, Lounges
    Open Open 24 hours

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for dancing

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    Christy C.

    I love a good Moxy and this one made a great home base for a quick weekend trip. It's very close to great restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and train stops. Check in was fast and easy and everyone was super nice. The lobby was spacious and decorated well and nice to hang out in. The bar had plenty of options and we enjoyed our welcome drink. They have events at the hotel too, but we had other plans and didn't get to check them out this time. There is a DJ playing until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, so it may be a bit louder then, but we were out late those nights anyways, so that didn't bother us - just a heads up if you're planning on turning in earlier. We'd definitely come back!

    Genevieve A.

    This was one of my favorite spots while visiting Chicago! Such a cool vibe in a hotel, there was a DJ playing great tunes, lots of seating and games and even a Photo Booth to take pics and boomerangs and gifs! The next time I visit Chicago I'd definitely come back to moxys!

    Jacqui C.

    A modern-day hotel in Chicago. The rooms are small but cozy and clean. Our shower was right next to the bed. They do have a very nice lobby area with a bar, small market, and a place for food (Zombie taco). They offer coffee in the mornings, which is nice. There are seating areas for games and a small patio area. The staff was nice and friendly. It was a good price and I thought in a good area. We were able to walk to many different places. I would stay here again.

    Moriah D.

    This bar is super cute and the vibes were top tier. Everybody there had the biggest smiles on their faces and just happy to be there. Bar service was super quick and the bartenders were nice. They had lots of games scattered around. Went here on a Saturday night and no food was being served at the time. Would definitely return.

    Tiffany N.

    Fun, trendy spot in an ideal location downtown. Would I want to stay here more than one night? Probably not. This is a good spot if you're in town for a party or wedding but otherwise I think I'm, sigh, too old for the novelty of this place. Check in was a breeze, the lady who checked me in was welcoming and informative. It was just me and the room was good for me but don't think I'd want to share a room with someone here. It's a micro room and probably a tight squeeze with others. Other than that, it's loud. I'm a black out and silent environment kind of person so that's on me so beware. They have a parking deal off site a few blocks away so they include in the cost of your room if you bring the receipt, in and out privileges too which is a bonus.

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    Jim F.

    The Moxy in downtown Chicago is, 100%, the most unique place I've ever stayed, and I've stayed in some interesting places. We needed a hotel for the night before the Chicago Marathon. We didn't book as early as we should have so we paid a premium for a night at the Moxy but that's actually, as Bob Ross would say, a 'happy accident'. Let's start with check in. You check in at the bar. Yes, the bar. There is no front desk. There is The Bar, and it's central to everything at Moxy. In fact, the entirety of the first floor is based on being social. There's the bar, there's Zombie Taco, there's some food/beverage snackery, there's an entire area dedicated to LP listening (yes, ACTUALLY), there's a gaming area, and there are vast tracts of tables and seats and cushions for hanging out. Moxy's décor is kind of dark, but not dark in a foreboding kind of way. It's dark in a fun, mysterious kind of way. The wall decorations are fun and quirky. Our room was smaller than the average hotel room, but also different in a "Well, that's unique!" kind of way. The room is almost square in its dimensions. The sink/mirror are not in the bathroom, but are out in plain view. In one small room is the toilet. It's a square toilet. Go back and read that again. It's a square toilet. The enclosed shower juts out into the room. When laying in the bed you can literally reach over and touch the shower door. There is no closet/storage. At all. Either it hangs on the wall or stays in your suitcase The television is the way that hotel televisions should be. They tell you how to connect to your device (phone/tablet/pc) so you can watch media from your device. A lot of hotels say "NO" to this. Thanks for being forward thinking, Moxy! Our room faced N. LaSalle Street. The entire exterior wall was glass, from floor to ceiling. It afforded us a nice view of the street and, on Marathon Morning, a great view of the runners near the three mile mark. We interacted with staff twice. Check In and Check Out. While brief, you could tell that the staff here enjoy working in such a unique place. I'm kind of bummed that we only had one night to spend at Moxy. It's the kind of place I'd love to visit and hang around often.

    Tracy W.

    Mortal combat, foosball, shuffleboard, huge bars, friendly staff, clean bathrooms even on holidays, and good food makes for an awesome place.

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    Alexandra P.

    Um wow. Enjoyed the city is past weekend and let me tell you, I will be BACK! I have two toddlers and this place is a vibe. Not your typical bland hotel. Tons of lively music, life and games fill the lobby that is much more a chic bar environment than a service desk. Truly all the staff have been SO SWEET! Housekeeping, front desk, bar staff and all, absolutely fantastic and clearly enjoy their roles. You can tell right away when someone is just plugging away and getting the job done, not these guys. They clearly love the environment and serving their guest with flair and fun! Again, I am super surprised it was a good spot for small kids but here I am looking to book another weekend!

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    Gregg H.

    Nice place if you're looking for a more hip, casual atmosphere. The cocktails were well made, but the bartender was either slow or understaffed. It took a long time to get the drinks. The rooms are perfect for a short stay downtown and the location is fantastic. Walking distance to a lot of shops, great food and drinks. The price was very reasonable for the area too. They would have gotten 5 stars, but the lobby can get a little crazy with some of the gatherings they would plan and it makes it a little too "club" like for me.

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    Marisol H.

    A fun unique experience at the Moxy! Hits: - Check in at the bar, they give you one voucher poker chip per guest that can be used at their bar (for special cocktail) or cafe. - built in restaurant (zombie taco) and bar, open till 2am. - Limited channels but it is a smart tv that has a google chrome cast. - Clean room + bathroom. -Bright and clean walk in shower. -Close to river north + surrounded by restaurants. - We had close parking, looked around on spot hero - 24hrs for $25. Misses: - No garbage bin in room besides bathroom. - Our view was quite unpleasant and disappointing to say the least. When we called to switch rooms they were fully booked up so we were stuck with that view. - No mini fridge or microwave. Be mindful the room is compact which may not be everyones style. Also if u don't specify city view you will get monkey view.

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    Fred T.

    This was my fourth time staying at Moxy, my first in Chicago. The experience was excellent. Moxy is part of the Marriott portfolio and is marketed for those seeking a more vibrant experience. The accommodations are European style, so the rooms are tight but functional. This venue was perfect as it offers a full-bar, restaurant and other amenities. It offers a hip or trendy vibe with many things to do in the lobby. Access is good. Trains are about three - four blocks away and you are about one mile west of lake Michigan. Check-in was swift and very professional. You are provided a little bag with two waters and a drink chit for a cocktail. There is the Zombit taco grill as part of the venue. A microwave is located in the lobby and they also have a Happy Hour.

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    Bertha C.

    If you're looking for a cute, cozy, trendy vibe type of hotel, stay here! It was our first time staying at this hotel that my Hubby came across and I'm glad he chose it and booked it! This hotel was nice from the inside out! Upon walking into the lobby, you get a nice vibe. Their set up was well thought out. A lot of spaces to chill, eat, drink, all within the moment you walk in! They also had Zombie taco inside which was open late. That was nice. Upon checking in, we were given two complimentary drink tokens. Rooms were a little on the small side. We requested a mini fridge which was brought up to us quickly. Shower was nice with good water pressure and hot water. Our view of the alley wasn't great but that didn't bother us. We had an overall great weekend stay and will be back again!

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    Autumn M.

    The Moxy was a great place to stay at. It was inexpensive, and the service was prompt. My stay was from Friday night to Sunday afternoon. When I walked in through the side door, there was security so I felt safe. A worker greeted me and asked if I needed help. He guided me towards the check in. The process was quick and I was in my room in no time at all. They also gave me a free drink token. This place can activate the phone key, but it only works on the hotel door and not the elevators. My room was spotless and the layout was efficient. There aren't any supplies like water/bars of soap/qtips. Those have to be requested. The bed was pretty comfy. I loved the view. After settling in, I went downstairs and got a drink and 5 tacos. All were tasty. Throughout my stay, the concierge was extremely responsive through the app. One even helped me find flowers to buy! I had a late check out which was complimentary until 2 PM. After that, it's $20 an hour. Overall, my stay was great. 10/10.

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    Ask the Community - Moxy Chicago Downtown

    Is there like a fee to get in to the night club?

    It's no club in there.

    Is there a convenient place to plug in cpaps if i get the bunk beds? And is there valet or close parking?

    There's valet.

    Is this place kid-friendly?

    My teen daughter thought it was great. We stayed over on a weekday.

    Is there an industry night?

    Industry nights! Sunday and Monday

    Can I make a reservation for bar Moxy? Hoping to host a group event.

    OpenTable

    If I arrive around noon is there anywhere to check my bag?

    Yes you can. Hopefully I'll see you around town.

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    Review Highlights - Moxy Chicago Downtown

    The lobby is so cool with decor, games, a bar and a place to get Zombie Tacos but also snacks and also coffee.

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