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    Pendry Chicago

    4.1 (99 reviews)
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    Cory S.

    My friend and I booked two nights at the Pendry Chicago while traveling to Chicago for the recent March Madness men's basketball games (Sweet 16 & Elite 8). My friend had stayed at this hotel before with family and was excited to go back. We enjoyed the hotel's amenities, restaurants, room and history along with the proximity to so much in the city. The Pendry Chicago on Michigan Avenue is housed in the former Carbide & Carbon building and is still home to the historic lobby, with gold Art Deco features original to the 1929 building. The hotel's stylish design embraces its rich heritage as well as the future. While we were hoping for an upgrade included in our package through Fine Hotel & Resorts, there was nothing available with multiple beds. We received some chocolates as a welcome amenity. We had two tasty breakfasts on property in the Venteux restaurant and also through room service, a dinner in Venteux, and drinks and a dinner on two occasions at the Bar Pendry. All were delightful experiences, and I wrote separate Yelp reviews on the food and service for each of these restaurants. We drove offsite and went to one of the many nearby restaurants for lunch on our second day there. We booked a Fine Hotels + Resorts offer that included early and late checkout, room upgrade when available, daily $60 breakfast credit, $100 credit which we used for a nice dinner, and welcome amenity. There is an approximately $42 per day destination fee, which includes a non-alcoholic welcome cocktail (at check-in), high speed WiFi, in-room coffee and boxed bottled water, morning lobby coffee cart, access to fitness center RunGo app, shoeshine service, children's plush toy amenity, complimentary printing up to 10 pages, complimentary local calls, nightly turndown service, and complimentary transportation within a 2 mile radius. We took advantage of the complimentary transportation through their shuttle several times over the 48 hours. We had a delightful visit and would certainly recommend this unique experience to anyone else looking for a similar experience!

    De'Anna W.

    I decided to try something a little different and stay downtown this year for Christmas. Checking in on December 24 and checking out on December 26th I had an excellent stay. Upon arrival the doorman was very welcoming and led me inside to a beautifully decorated lobby. The gingerbread theme and large Christmas trees really enhanced the "tis' the season" vibe. This location is amazing being right in the middle and nearby to everything. Check in was easy and Devonte was so kind and helpful. I had a small issue with my original room assignment but he was quick to get the issue resolved and stayed professional during my entire stay by addressing me by my last name and always speaking when I passed by. The welcome drink (some kind of citrus tea) in the lobby was delicious and I probably over indulged during my stay getting a cup every time I passed by. With a password you could take that tea over to the bar and add a complimentary shot of your preferred alcohol. I added casamigos because I'm a tequila girl. My room was amazing. It felt like I was in a mini apartment on the 19th floor. There was so much natural light and I had the best views of Michigan Ave as well as a small glimpse of the lake. I will admit that it does get a little loud with street noise and emergency vehicles constantly passing by but that's city living for you and it didn't bother me too much. The shower was nice and the bed was so so comfy. I took advantage of both the on-site connected restaurant for breakfast each day as well as the hotel bar for late night snacks and drinks. The hotel chicken tenders and fries made for quite the fulfilling snack but unfortunately the grilled cheese was a hard pass. The connected restaurant was just ok. Not a fan of their matcha lattes or breakfast offerings but I had credits to use so it worked out. If you sit in the cafe part there is great people watching over by the window. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay and will be adding the Pendry to my list of hotels to stay when I am visiting downtown. Random Tips: 1. Use spothero to park in the garage across the street for about $40-$50 a night. Still expensive but less than valet. 2. This is a pet friendly hotel but there is no nearby relief area. 3. The hotel is backed up to apartments and office buildings so close the blinds before you strip down and/or shower.

    Madhura J.

    Beautiful repurposed historical building with a striking art deco lobby . Pet friendly but they don't have a designated pet area . River walk is only a block away though . The doormen / doorwomen were the nicest and most helpful people I've met . Reception was helpful and they serve the best lemonade drink with an option to spike it at the bar. The room was beautiful and comfy . We did room service and the food was okay but came hot and beautifully served . The valet is $80 per night which is expensive but I guess that's the price you pay for convenience and location . Overall this was a great experience. We stayed for an important anniversary and would stay here again if we have the opportunity

    Eva B.

    Loved staying at the Pendry Chicago! The location is unbeatable and makes walking to a lot of things super doable. The building itself is beautiful, and love the history and inspiration behind the architecture. The room we had was spacious and very clean. It had a steamer rather than an iron which I absolutely love. They staff was also so incredibly welcoming and friendly. The only issue we had was having a bit of difficulty catching an elevator during busier times of day, which is standard I think is large busy hotels. I would definitely recommend staying here and would certainly stay again!

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    Teresa F.

    I recently enjoyed a great birthday winter weekend at The Pendry hotel. Knowing the weather in February we wanted an excellent location with short walkable attractions. We also wanted to ability to "stay in" and feel transported. The Pendry provided all this in droves. Muriel checked us in and gave us the royal birthday treatment. Sweet treats, corner upgrade, and early check in set the tone for a great stay. Staff was notably helpful and friendly. Dolapo the doorman and Nike the private driver truly stood apart as excellence in action. The room service breakfast was a nice option, but we recommend going down to the cafe instead. The ambiance and delicious food and drinks make for a great start to the day. The Venteux Brasserie had good not great food with some struggles in service. But ambiance and happy hour were stellar. The steak frites had tough meat, but the filet and fruit de mer were very good. Negroni on point. Rooftop and Bar Pendry also provided cozy relaxation options. Short walk to many restaurants and museums.

    Chicken noodle soup, washed down with some Vueve
    Denyce M.

    As you know, The Doctor and I do quite a few staycations in Chicago. The Pendry was the latest on the list and it did not disappoint at all. This was by far one of the most enjoyable staycations we have experience and The Pendry will be at the top of our list to stay at. Upon our arrival, our Uber driver had to park across the street from the hotel due to the fact that two very large tour buses were parked out front. The Doctor and I didn't think too much about it as we figured we would just go to the light and cross the street. However as soon as our bags left the vehicle and hit the ground, there was a gentleman with dreadlocks crossing the street to get our bags, stopping traffic to make sure we made it across safely. The reason I am mentioning the dreadlocks is because we did not get his name, but he was so wonderful the entire weekend we interacted with him. He got our bags on a luggage rack, got us water and took The Doctor up to the reception area. If I had I had to point out a con, it would be that our room was not ready when we got there. That said, I was not mad about it as it was about 15 mins later when everything was ready. The reason I was not upset was because the young woman behind the desk stated that our room was cleaned, but it was going through a final "inspection" before it could be released. I completely appreciated hearing that, and while we waited there was this lovely lemony drink you could pour and take to the the bar to have a shot put into it if you said the secret password, which was "Bob" for that day. The Captain of the Bell-people (Perry) took us to our room, giving us a breakdown of the different restaurants (in and outside of the hotel) that we could dine at. Once we got to the room, he pointed out all of the amenities in the room and explained that we could use the fridge (which was stocked with drinks and some high end adult beverages). Perry pointed out that the bottle water was complimentary would be replaced on a daily basis, which is very nice as a lot of hotels charge for bottled water now. He even told us what his schedule would be for the weekend in case we needed to reach him personally. The suite itself was very spacious, with two separate bathrooms, a TV in the main living space as well as the bedroom. They had Netflix as well as free HBO Max, as well as other streaming platforms for music, etc. The wet bar area on top has a very nice selection of hard liquors, snacks, complimentary coffees, as well as a charger. What I really loved about our suite was the fact that there was off white carpet everywhere (except the bathroom) and it was spotless. I am use to seeing some wear and tear at hotels. We treat spaces as if they are ours, but realize others might not, so I was very surprised not to see any stains on the furniture or carpet. The furniture was in good condition, the leather chairs/ottomans showed no signs of tears. The big selling point for me was the fact that we got a text every day asking what time housekeeping should stop by our room to clean it. We have never experienced that before and it was nice because usually we don't do housekeeping as it we never know when they are coming, so this was amazing. And when I say they clean, they clean! And put everything in its proper place. Some of the items on the bar were moved around because we were looking at them, and just put them back. The housekeeping staff not only put everything back the way it was originally placed, they also arranged the items we each had on the counters in our bathroom to a showroom level...crazy and lovely. Keep in mind if you are looking for a "quiet" hotel, this is not it. While we had no complaints about folks in the rooms next to us, this hotel is in a heavy traffic area in Chicago and on the river. So there will street sounds and at night the sounds of people racing their Speed Racer cars and bikes, which I do not mind, All in all, the staff were all lovely and eager to help and quite pleasant to speak to. This was one of the first times we have done room service and the gentleman who brought up our food was great, placing our food on the table, then asking us if it was ok if he removed the covers. I ordered a Wagyu burger, but forgot to ask for mustard, The Doctor called room service and the gentleman who had brought up our food was back up in flash with a small jar of mustard. The burger was really good BTW as were the lemon pepper wings and The chicken noodle soup The Doctor got. All in all, this was a first rate staycation for us and we had so much fun staying at The Pendry. We are planning on going back in November if we can get in, and if not, we will wait.

    Lia M.

    I'd been wanting to check out Pendry hotels and was thrilled to finally be able to do so in Chicago. I've been to Pendry bars before, which I love, so I knew I would like the hotel. And I did. All of the staff was friendly and welcoming, especially the doormen, which I appreciate. Except for whoever stole my clothes from my room, which I did not appreciate. It was fairly jarring to come back from exploring the city to find that things had been stolen. I'm glad I travel with a door jammer/alarm, which I use, because who knows what could have happened. Aside from the in-room theft, I had a great time here. The rooms are big, with comfy beds and a wonderful bathroom. The shower is nice, albeit poorly designed (you need to enter from the side with the showerhead if you leave the bathroom door open). Carpeting needs to be redone. I loved the minibar options, even though I did not partake. Aside from the bathroom vent, everything was extremely clean. Other reviewers mention the noise, which is true during the day, but I was on a low floor and at night, it didn't bother me. The lobby is well-appointed, as is the bar area. Obviously, I wouldn't stay here again, which is too bad, since it is a nice hotel.

    Chris, door girl
    Glennis T.

    YE-Outstanding! Lovely Hotel , Pendry is the home away from home . Very inviting atmosphere, very professional staff all around. Pro's : *. Doormen/ ladies very courteous on point, greeted w/ smiles, politeness & helpful *. All staff goes beyond the call of duty *. Front desk, problem solvers; no stress *. If possible, early ck-in & late ck-out. *. Rooms & Hotel immensely clean areas *. Inviting & friendly bar staff *. Numerous Lounges to have fun *. Breakfast room service, so sleep late. *. State of the art, 24/7 gym room/ equipment w/ Hyperiice *. Request a small fridge if ur on medication for storage; No Worries. *. Lounge bar has moist cheeseburgers Omg; sooooo tasty *. Rooms r a nice size & Quiet *. Pendry, is near to many restaurants & shops ie., Nordstoms, Saks on the 5th, Coach, Zara, Uni-glo, Macys, & a Mall, Walgreens & Walmart etc. Ohh take Metro to old Chinatown on Redline twds 95th / Ryan exit train Cermack/ Chinatown stop Front Desk staff Hannah S, & Taylor really made my stay enjoyable. Ohh, I can't forget female door girl: Chris so helpful. Upon, arrival there was mishap w/ my room & a computer cliche, but Hannah S & Chris was on it to keep me relaxed, reassuring & they never abandoned me. Very attentive to my needs. Hannah, even got me checked in early after long travels . Later, to my surprise Hannah sent a gift to my room. It reset, my bad day & the next day I was bk to normal & ready to spend money. Chicago is a clean & beautiful city. I'd recommend the Pendry, in a heartbeat bc the staff makes taking care of its customers a breeze. Actually, other hotels can take notes from Pendry. Unfortunately, the Cons: *. Ladies Restrooms, near bar lounge stall latches don't lock, so anyone can push door open on u. *. In rooms on my line ending in ..02 the closet door needs a Magnet to close door properly bc it stays ajar, a bit annoying. *. Closet mirrors need screw covers bc it snagged my new sweater. I came in for The St. Patrick's Day weekend so hotel was busy non-stop. The tenacity of the staff was top tier. I strongly, recommend this hotel. I'll ask Yelp to put Pendry in high regards. I will put in a good word. Enjoy & Thank me, later. U won't regret it!

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    Gabi S.

    I will say the hotel itself is absolutely gorgeous, the staff was very friendly and kind. There was a bar attached to the hotel and a rooftop bar which I didn't get a chance to go to. There js also a cute cafe and restaurant attached as well. The first night you arrive they give you a complimentary beverage which was a yummy jasmine green tea mixture and they allow you to go to the bar to spike it with a secret password which I thought was very cute and fun! I had a chance to go to the bar and the cafe - both had amazing drinks and the breakfast food at the cafe was delicious. There was room service which I was excited about but I was shocked to see there was a $7 delivery fee for the room service. The hotel in itself was already very expensive so I did not expect I would have to pay for room service. When I received my checkout bill I was also charged for amenities - which I did not even use not knew about- I think that should not be an additional charge but just part of the price you are paying for the room. I ordered an avocado toast, and 2 espressos and with room service and tip that was $50. To me that is outrageous Overall I loved the atmosphere and the kind staff and the attached bar and restaurant options, but I will say I was surprised to be charged so much upon leaving considering how pricey everything already is inside the hotel.

    Soroosh P.

    Can't believe this hotel is part of fine hotels and resorts... it's a failed attempt at luxury. As you check you'll be graciously showered by condensate from A/C. The rooms generally small, well appointed but poorly lit. The lobby is nice well thought out, I would say from a design perspective the common areas are tasteful and the complimentary coffee is just what you need in the morning. My room didn't have a desk and the sound proofing was borderline terrible. The service was uninspiring but the location is central. Would stay again? Perhaps. This time as my first experience at a Pendry and it feels like a place I'd rather grab drinks at than spend the night. The amenity fee also feels predatory because it doesn't get you anything.

    Helen S.

    We stayed here for 4 nights over Christmas and had a really nice time. The hotel is in a lovely and historic building and the renovation has been done to a very high level. The location is also perfect for exploring Chicago! We arrived at 4pm and our room was ready. As we had booked through Amex FHR we got a number of benefits, including an upgrade (which was honored). We ended up being upgraded to a Tower Room, which was a great size and perfect for a 4 night stay. The room was well equipped (there was a robe which I LOVE in a hotel) and the shower was great. The thing I would note though is that the AC was not working (I understand this is turned off for the winter) so if you like sleeping in a cold room, which we do, you are going to be out of luck in the winter months. We had a credit of $60 for breakfast everyday and we took advantage of this. There is a wide selection available at the on-site restaurant and the service is quick, although this does get busy and sometimes there may be a wait for the table. All in all we really enjoyed our stay at Pendry and would be happy to return in the future.

    Nicki K.

    Another flawless stay at Pendry Chicago. This was our second time staying at the Pendry and once again, it exceeded expectations in every way. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel completely taken care of. The gentlemen at the door are next level helpful--genuinely some of the best I've encountered at any hotel. They go out of their way to make things easy and always seem one step ahead of what you might need. Our suite was spacious, spotless, and so comfortable. The bathrooms were especially lovely--clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed. Everything felt calm and luxurious. A huge shoutout to Michael and Sierra, who went above and beyond to make our stay seamless and warm. Their kindness and attentiveness truly stood out. I also have to mention the incredible room service team, who kindly brought up warm milk for our toddler and even delivered a microwave to make things easier for us. Their patience and genuine thoughtfulness meant so much to us as parents traveling with a little one. We've now stayed at the Pendry twice, and it's safe to say it's become our go-to hotel in Chicago. Can't wait to return.

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    I loved this hotel! The beds were so comfortable, clean and spacious rooms and friendly staff. It's a great location downtown.

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    Nice hotel and location. Room was clean and comfortable. Rooftop bar was not too crowded although not as great of views as I had hoped.

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    The Moxy brand is geared to young people who want a cool work vibe. It's a chain that focuses on…read moreminimalist amenities at a more affordable price in central locations. This hotel was located within the loop near the river, shops, bars and restaurants. The hotel rooms are basic and small. We were fortunate to get an upgraded room with two queen beds and an amazing view out the window of the city. The window was large and clean. The beds were comfy with ample pillows. Four pillows were provided. The hotel set up is a bit awkward. Room is best for one person as lacks storage for large luggage. Plus there is not a defined bathroom. The shower is within the bedroom. Fortunately the shower was frosted but you walk right into the bedroom so you must be comfortable with those you stay with. Plus the room does really have a deck and chair to work. The desk is a fold down from the wall. The chair for the deck is located on the wall and not really suitable for long term working on sitting as does not have a back to it. The best thing above this hotel are the staff. The front desk staff are super friendly and accommodating and aim to please. The bartender was super friendly and attentive as well. Lastly parking is not available right at the hotel. You have to walk two blocks. Plus parking cost 59 dollars and that's the discounted rate. Also not really a suitable place to drop luggage off. If you pull up to the front door, you are blocking traffic. Base on price of 400 dollars the night we stayed, I would say it's not worth the stay. Maybe it's worth 200 or less for Chicago.

    theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel

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    While the room was fine. Everything else I booked this hotel for was not…read more Rooftop is a clusyer to get up to, if you can get up there. I was told it closes at 11p the first night, and turns into a club Friday and Saturday and closes later. So to my surprise, the first night I tried to to go up at 10:15, I couldn't because they cut elevator access off at 10pm. 2nd night, I couldn't get into the other area because of a private event. The final night at 9pm, I tried again and was told told they dont open to the public until 9:30p or 10p. WHAT?! According to the website its open on Saturdays 11am to 2am. No break. My first night when I couldn't get up to the roof, I tried the restaurant downstairs. Also closes at 11pm. 10:20, hostess says they just called last call. I said cool I can order a drink. She said no they just called last call. I went back and forth with her and gave up and checked with the desk and they said they close at 10:30p. Then someone else said they close at 11:00pm but will call last call at 10:30 to help with the kitchen. and then confirmed, well they closed a little early that night. If you're thinking you'll get rooftop access or anything here. Look elsewhere.

    Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District - Hotel entrance

    Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

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    While searching hilton.com for a hotel to stay at on the day of my birthday, Hampton Inn Majestic…read moreChicago Theatre District was the first to pop-up within Chicago. I want to say that I have had my eye on this hotel for a while now after looking for Hilton hotel locations with a peloton bike, which this one has. Other than that, I loved that the location of this hotel sits in the heart of Chicago, surrounding a plethora of activities which made it the perfect choice for hotel stay to celebrate. Okay, it was an experience going up to the lobby area to check in at this hotel, a blonde moment as I am known for if you follow my reviews. The lobby is located on the 4th floor, so be sure to choose "L" for the lobby because there is no 4th floor button listed in the elevator. Me and two other hotel guests had an adventure going up to the lobby area after trying to figure out where the 4th floor button was. My experience with the receptionist working behind the desk was nothing less than professional. Since my room was already booked through Hilton Honors, the only thing check-in consisted of was a verification of my information, a briefing on what is offered, and the receptionist giving me my room key. For your information, check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out ends at 12:00 PM! If you have the Hilton honors application, there is the opportunity to check in with the application, choosing your room, and receiving a digital key, which will allow you to go to your room contactless without seeing a receptionist upon your arrival. I have not used this method, but if you are interested in no contact whatsoever then you can use it with the Hilton Honors application. After locating and entering my room, I thought to myself this is fancy once I took notice of the design and interior color which appeared so elegant! There was a variation of vibrant colors in the room from its curtains to the headboard of the king-size bed, the carpet, and a gold chair that looked like something out of your grandmother's house. Out of all, I just could not take my eyes off the curtains which reminded me of cherry blossoms because of the colors. Inside the bathroom there were liquid products by Gilchrist & Soames Zero% attached to the wall. Throughout my travels, I have noticed that hotels have completely dealt away with the mini shampoo, bath soap, and conditioner products that made great travel hygiene additions. Along with those notable things inside of the room, it met my cleanliness standards. I had no issues whatsoever getting comfortable in the king-sized bed during my stay as my head was engulfed in between the comfortable pillows. While utilizing the shower, I really enjoyed the water pressure; its soothing pressure made me feel very cleansed during each usage. It was wonderful toggling with the spray patterns, with the addictive feel of the pressure hitting my face and body. Other things the room came with that I noticed were a comforter, an iron, ironing board, blow dryer, safe, comforter, a coffee maker (Hamilton Beach), a mini refrigerator, microwave, and USB and AC plugins attached to either the headboard of the bed, lamps, or the television cabinet, which added a nice touch to the room. And the Wi-Fi internet was easy to connect to and not once did I have any connectivity issues with it during my stay. Hampton Inn Majestic, as expected, had an exceptionally beautiful inner interior! As a fitness enthusiast, it was great having a fitness center onsite because it allowed me to keep up with my fitness routines during my stay. I must say that I was pleased to see several dumbbell weights, medicine balls, kettlebells, a decent selection of workout machines, and two peloton fitness bikes which charmed me out of my panties once I spotted them. And oh, honey did I enjoy it on my birthday with the lovely Hannah Frankson as my peloton instructor, who put my legs through torture during her low impact workout. Having the complimentary breakfast was a relief because I did not have to worry about finding a restaurant for breakfast in the morning. And I was highly satisfied with the quality of what was presented. It is served daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM. For you all visiting the city of Chicago, there are plentiful sights, activities, and restaurants within a radius of Hampton Inn Majestic. As a resident, a few that I adore are Willis Tower, Millennium Park, and the Art Institute of Chicago! Next door is the CIBC Theatre, which I noticed upon my initial arrival at the hotel. And if you are looking to explore the city or outer part of the city, the Chicago Union Station, and CTA Train Station are very accessible to-and-from. I would surely book Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District again due to my experience with it because the hotel met my comfort needs, and I loved that its location is within an accessible distance of things of interest in downtown Chicago. ~ Live every moment ~ Thomas G

    Staff behind the counter were very kind and welcoming. Truly enjoyed our stay here. The room itself…read morewas decent and clean. Hallways are very quiet, so we weren't disturbed at all. The gym is a bit small, but offers the basics. Loved that it was located close to many shops, restaurants, and tourist destinations (Very walkable!). The only con is the parking situation. Though available, it is an added cost. We brought a vehicle with us, so we had to pay for the valet parking.

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    (45 reviews)

    The Loop

    Stayed here for 3 nights and would stay here again. Perfect location where a lot of places are…read morewalking distance like the SkyDeck across the street. I felt pretty safe walking around the area. The room was very well maintained, clean, and comfortable. Our room was a corner room so we had beautiful large windows that wrapped around for natural light and a view of the city. The front desk was very attentive when I called and asked for help with something. Overall very beautiful room, clean, good location, great amenities.

    Good location, the room was spacious and comfortable, had all the basic necessities. The food from…read morethe cafe was great and the chef is fast considering it's a small kitchen. The rest of the staff however seemed to be annoyed anytime anything was asked of them, from the front desk to bartenders The woman at the front desk and she was rude and dismissive. I got there early so I knew the room wouldn't be ready but asked just in case. She said no rooms were available without checking. Ok, asked if I could leave my bags and she looked like she didn't want to deal with it. Came back again hours later and she still had the same attitude. During afternoon & evening hours you need to order food from the bartenders and they're also not very happy to take the time to do this. Both times different people were annoyed and even forgot to add something to my order. It got to the point where I purposely minimized any interactions with staff. I now see other reviews have similar experiences so not sure if it's this specific location or why the staff was so upset being at work.

    Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection - Hotel EMC2 outside

    Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection

    (210 reviews)

    $$

    Near North Side, River East

    As soon as I saw the photos of Hotel EMC2, I knew I had to book it for my quick weekend stay in…read moreChicago--and I'm so glad I did. Shout-out to Nia at the front desk, who was the first person I encountered when I walked in. Her energy was exactly what you want as a guest--warm, welcoming, and professional. I've spent most of my career in hospitality, so I naturally pay attention to the level of service being provided, and she absolutely set the tone for a great stay. Kudos to her and to the team that hired her. My room was beautiful. Nia also let me know I had been upgraded due to my Marriott loyalty, which was very much appreciated. I stayed in a king room, and the moment I walked in, I honestly considered extending my stay another night. The space had a sleek, modern look, everything was clean, and the lighting gave it a stylish city vibe. I ordered room service shortly after arriving and got a burger with fries (which I believe were Parmesan fries ). Everything was very good, and the room service attendant Lorena was just as kind and pleasant. Even though I was only there for one night, the experience was great from start to finish. The bed was comfortable, the linens were fresh, and the location is incredibly convenient--close to everything, which I always appreciate when traveling. I will definitely look to stay here again the next time I'm in Chicago and hope to have the same wonderful experience.

    I stayed at the EMC2 Autograph Collection in Chicago and it's the kind of place that makes you…read morebriefly reconsider your own apartment choices. The room? Smart without trying too hard. Clean lines, moody lighting, and that subtle blend of science-meets-art that somehow feels both curated and effortless. The art isn't decorative filler; it's intentional. The whole property has that boutique confidence: not loud, not trendy-for-the-sake-of-trendy...just precise. The aesthetic walks a tightrope between laboratory chic and soulful design, and it doesn't fall. The restaurant deserves its own paragraph. The olive cake alone should have a publicist. The food is thoughtful, layered, and memorable without being pretentious. It feels like someone actually tasted everything before approving the menu; which, these days, is not a given. Location? Ideal. Walkable, central, easy. The gym? Surprisingly solid. Not the sad afterthought treadmill situation. An actual usable space. But here's the thing. Beautiful rooms fade. Art becomes background. Even olive cake, tragically, gets finished. What stays is service. And Nia. Nia is the reason my long stay didn't feel like a stay. It felt like being known. Her smile isn't transactional. Her care isn't performative. The attention to detail is quiet and precise. She remembered my name everyday and I was there for a while. Makes you think, "Oh, someone is actually paying attention." There's a difference between service and hospitality. Nia understands the difference. That's what brings you back.

    The Langham, Chicago - Two double beds.

    The Langham, Chicago

    (440 reviews)

    $$$$

    Near North Side

    Truly a 5 star experience at The Langham!…read more I was lucky enough to be gifted a stay and had an incredible time. The hotel is so beautiful, I can see why it's ranked #3 in the nation. If you're able to splurge for club access at $200/person, you'll get to experience stunning city views, breakfast, afternoon tea, snacks, unlimited cocktails, and evening bites. We were also sent a bottle of wine and snacks to our room. I loved that they have a free spa area where you can use the sauna, heated stone loungers, and cold showers. The pool was stunning and we enjoyed swimming, just wish the hot tub was hotter as it was lukewarm. The room was great as well with a Nespresso machine and relaxing tub. Every time we stepped out of the room we would come back to a nice surprise, the room would be cleaned or they would leave the water and ice. Very attentive customer service here. Overall it was nice to live in luxury for the night, highly recommend if you're looking to splurge and relax! Hope I'll be able to stay again someday.

    The Langham is going down as one of my favorite hotels and arguably for sure top 5…read more The room was amazing and I was very impressed by the birthday set up my wife arranged with the hotel and a third party vendor. Our view was stunning and I loved I could see downtown and the river from our room. We booked the cinema suite for a cute movie night and I loved that. They had a cute popcorn station with candy and pop, plus you can order room service. The spa was amazing and the facilities were nice.

    The St. Regis Chicago

    The St. Regis Chicago

    (45 reviews)

    $$$$

    The Loop

    I've been to Miru many times and finally got to try out the hotel for a staycation…read more Pros: -I loved that they had two restaurant options in the hotel. Both have incredible views but I would definitely recommend having at least one meal on the Miru patio if you are there during nice weather. -I was most surprised by their massive gym and has stunning views. It's also open 24 hours. They offered Pilates classes as well for an extra fee. -the hotel is brand new and all the finishes are so high end. The rooms are clean and quiet. The hallways are huge and felt like a maze to navigate but it also added to feeling of privacy. -there were so many high end details that made it extra special (the cozy Frette bath robes, welcome drinks, treat box in the room upon arrival, and the accent lighting in the room). -the location. It's just across the river from the heart of Michigan ave on the north end of a residential development. You don't feel like you are in the middle of the chaos of the city but the park, lake front and river are footsteps away. Negatives: -view was underwhelming ( fourth floor river view . Might choose the park view next time. I'd also recommend not facing the river as there was lots of honking/noise. -the room layout was awkward. They have this huge desk between the bed and tv. The full length mirror is a down a long hallway from bathroom/ where you would be getting dressed. -the room service comes on these huge heavy trays. The staff seemed like they were straining under the weight of it/ it was awkward. -I'd probably skip the spa/massage -$90/ day parking. Was able to do a spothero for about $40 next door.

    This hotel has it all from Pilates, to Barre to Yoga to their Athletic Club and Pool…read more The only complaint is that it's not bunched with the other hotels, its toward the end of Wacker next to the lake. So, walking from the Blackbawks shop when it's 20° isn't an easy task. Also, I wasn't able to try the Tre Dita since I didn't book a reservation in advance. Hopefully, I can schedule a reservation in the future. Plus, since it was mid-December, the St Regis had their third annual 12 Days of Sabrage, which guests of honor perform the evening ritual of champagne sabrage, which celebrates the transition from day to night. They offered complimentary toast of champagne and a Vosges Haut-Chocolate truffle. The hotel encouraged everyone to bring a new or lightly used winter clothing for children in need.

    Pendry Chicago - hotels - Updated June 2026

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