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    3.4 (833 reviews)
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    Cute elegant crowns for mother and daughter! And the ornate hand-decorated columns and satin curtains
    Rich S.

    The lovely French Room of The Drake Hotel, Chicago, was the location for a fun fancy Girl Scout tea! (May 2026) The French Room's chandeliers were crystal. The ornate ceiling columns were hand-wrought and hand-painted. The walls were covered in silk. The curtains were satin. There's a view of Lake Michigan. It's a remarkable, beautiful, regal venue. Tea and finger-foods were tasty. Service was attentive and classy. The experience was sweet and memorable.

    Haldi inside the French Room at The Drake hotel. Indian pre-wedding ceremony event.
    Daniel B.

    We had a great stay at The Drake, located on the north end of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. It wasn't perfect and, separately, I'm kind of convinced this hotel is haunted. That said, we came away fans. We visited for a wedding weekend. I don't recall if we booked as part of the wedding block, but three nights for one "Deluxe" room with a king bed on a "high" floor cost us $1,346.46 total after taxes and fees (equal to $448.82 per night). My wife did the booking through American Express Travel. We have Amex Platinum Cards and she used her Hilton Honors membership, and I think we got some perks as a result. The hotel opened in 1920. It's historic and gorgeous throughout. We felt like we had been transported back in time to a luxurious hotel in the 1920s and 1930s. They've really managed to maintain that period's look and feel. We loved the old-world grandeur. We stayed in Room 802 on the 8th floor. The room was very spacious, though felt a bit old and worn in places. Here are our gripes: 1. The room had doors that opened to reveal a bar, which was neat. However, the bar's sink was clogged. 2. The bathroom was small and lacked surface space. 3. The bathroom sink water was either too cold or too hot. It was hard to get the temperature in the middle. Plumbing needed work. 4. The toilet roll holder kept falling down. It needed to be repaired or replaced. 5. It was somewhat easy to hear our next-door neighbors on either side of us. Our room was connected to both adjacent rooms on either side of us (suites). 6. The coffee maker and mini fridge were located at the TV console. However, there was no outlet for the coffee maker. Therefore, we had to move the coffee maker to one of the nightstands to plug it in. Really odd and awkward placement. Other than that, we enjoyed the room. The bed was comfortable and there were small touches of technology, which contrasted with an old hotel, like a wireless phone charger and a tablet (which we didn't use). I actually unplugged the latter so I could plug in my laptop. Wedding events took place at the French Room (pre-wedding ceremony), Palm Court (a renowned spot known for high tea), the Gold Coast Room (wedding ceremony), and the Walton Room Ballroom (wedding lunch reception). Palm Court is really cool and has a separate listing here on Yelp, where I left another review, just for the high tea experience. The various rooms are architecturally beautiful, especially the Gold Coast Room, which is stunning. As far as the hauntings go, you can look them up, but in short there are two I read and watched videos about while we stayed here: 1. The Lady in Red. This ghost is believed to be a woman who committed suicide by jumping from the 10th floor on the hotel's opening night in 1920 after seeing her fiance dancing with another woman. Her ghost has been seen on the 10th floor and in the ballrooms. 2. The Lady in Black. In 1944, a socialite named Adele Bourne Williams was shot and killed in her apartment at the hotel by a mysterious woman in black. The assailant fled and disappeared. Despite police investigations and a gun being found, no one was ever charged with the murder. Her ghost has since been seen on the 8th floor -- yep, the same floor we stayed on! I read about this while trying to fall asleep in our bed on the 8th floor, so that was fun. To be clear, nothing funny or unusual happened during our stay on the 8th floor. A small group of us went up to the 10th floor out of my curiosity. The lighting was dimmer up there and there was a stairway that led into darkness. Creepy. Now why I may be convinced this hotel is haunted is because of what my phone's camera did in the Gold Coast Room and the Walton Room Ballroom. The chandelier lights constantly and consistently flickered in both rooms. It was weird and I have never experienced anything like that with my phone before (and I take a lot of pictures and videos in all sorts of environments). When it comes to ghosts, I'm generally a skeptic, but this made me reconsider. Maybe it was just banding or a strobe effect caused by my camera's shutter speed interacting with the frequency of old dimmed bulbs. :) Finally, we had hotel credits which could be used at the coffee shop downstairs, Lavazza Espression. Like Palm Court, I reviewed the cafe separately too.

    chevon a.

    The bar in the drake reminds me of old monsters sitting around smoking their cigars. The entire ambiance was cool. The building itself is beautiful inside, again going way back and thinking of the parties that were held. I didn't get to go into any shops due to the time of night but such a cool place to see.

    Wonderfully spacious hallways
    Plenty F.

    4 stars. A beautiful historic hotel. Lots of character & charm. Valet parking is available but expensive. More affordable self-parking is located just down the street at the 900 Shops. Easy walk down the sidewalk and across the street. The bathroom has virtually no counter space, which makes getting glam done a bit more challenging. Take note: the shower and bathtub operate with separate knobs--be sure to turn on only the one you intend to use. The in-room iron was low quality. Bad. If you anticipate ironing, bring your own. One standout feature was the spacious walk-in closet--perfect for hanging garments and storing luggage. There's even a full-length mirror mounted on the inside of the door, which is a nice touch. Overall, it was a great stay, and I would return. I can't confidently say it's worth the price, but I'm glad to have experienced it at least once.

    Courtney M.

    The hotel is beautiful and our room was huge with a spectacular view. I loved the cafe downstairs too

    O H.

    Wow what a beautiful tea experience! Our server was wonderful and the food was great. They were able to adjust our food to vegan which was lovely.

    Sami U.

    The Drake - Downtown Chicago My company hosted a New Year's party at The Drake in downtown Chicago, and the experience was truly exceptional. We stayed in the Executive Suite, which was incredibly spacious, well-kept, and very comfortable--perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. The classic elegance of the hotel combined with its prime location made the entire stay feel special and memorable. The service, ambiance, and overall cleanliness were top-notch, and everything about the event was handled smoothly. The only small downside was that the hotel does not offer 24-hour room service, so my wife and I weren't able to order food or drinks late at night. That said, it was a very minor inconvenience compared to how wonderful everything else was. Overall, The Drake exceeded expectations and delivered an amazing experience. Highly recommended for events, stays, and anyone looking for a luxurious Chicago hotel with timeless charm

    Jarriae A.

    This was a very interesting stay! My friend and I stayed here for the New Year, and I was happy to see what the infamous Drake Hotel had to offer. They still had this very beautiful tree up in the main atrium. It was very busy in the lobby with not only guests, but there was also a wedding happening! It was really cute. The hotel had the couple's photo up, so their guests would know where to head. The hotel is secure in that you can only go up in the hotel if you use the key in the elevator. One of the elevators has a bench in it, haha. I will say that the room, while nice, was a little bit of a let down? There's no mini fridge, no outlets remotely close to the bed, and speaking of remotes, our room didn't have one! It took an hour for the hotel to finally bring us one. They did have a bluetooth speaker to help us pass the time. The bed was comfortable, though, the bathroom was nice, and it was a comfortable stay. They also have a downstairs with like a maze of shops, restaurants, and a tribute to some very famous people who've stayed there. There's a lot to explore in this place. Overall, I'd recommend staying here. It's right in the heart of gold coast. Michigan Ave is so accessible from here.

    Ty A.

    My spouse and I stayed here for our mini-spring break.....I really liked at ALOT!!! We had the Vista Suite, which as an absolute BLAST. You can see the glorious, glamorous and grandiose history of the hotel all around you at every step! They even have the signatures from numerous celebrities. These range from Muhammad Ali to Princess Diana. They truly are a must see and highly recommended!! Now the only serious feedback I could offer is the following: - Some SERIOUS renovations are needed throughout the entire building. Once they do this, The Drake will be a MAJOR COMPETITOR with its surrounding neighbors such as The RITZ Carlton and Waldorf-Astoria - The water pressure is SERIOUSLY out of control! Best way to describe this is LITERALLY hot and cold as that's what it was. The fluctuations got so bad, we got burned on our backs. - Food options are terrible! Did you know an illustrious hotel such as The Drake doesn't even offer breakfast except only weekends?! They also have a restaurant called The Oak Room, but the experience left ALOT to be desired!! Overall I would still recommend the place and give it high stars for the amazing management they have from Tate and German. There were also NUMEROUS AMAZING people such as Liberty and others who worked the front desk. Despite all the follies, I would highly recommend The Drake Hotel!!! :-)

    Amelia N.

    The ambiance for high tea is why I choose the drake again and again, although the food quality this last time was less than expected. Always excellent service and a great choice for any occasion.

    mary b.

    The Drake is a really fun hotel to stay in if you plan on taking a weekend in Chicago. It's close to a lot of fun things to do. The hotel staff was helpful at the desk. They do not have a concierge's person keep that in mind. You will have to be your own guide. Buddy's for live jazz is a fantastic spot and the Harry Potter store isn't a far ride for you fans out there. The bed was very comfortable I had an excellent night sleep they gave me free bottles of water when I asked. I will stay there again my next weekend stay in Chicago. It was clean and I had no difficulties there.

    Michelle D.

    I made my first trip to Chicago in May and my friend and I stayed at The Drake. I don't think I'll be able to stay anywhere else now as it felt like home! The hotel was located on the north end of the Magnificent Mile. I liked the location because it was a quiet street but a few blocks away and you could be in the thick of the city. Bonus, my view was pretty nice too. We had to walk up a grand stair case to the front desk. Wow, the lobby was quite stunning. With a restaurant at one end and the front desk at the other. And you must stop in the speakeasy type bar/lounge on the ground floor. In the evening there was live piano music. Loved this spot! The food was yummy and the vibe will take you back (even before my time lol). My room was clean and quite spacious with a walk in closet. And the decor fit the old school vibe. The bathroom was a nice size as well. If you want a traditional Chicago vibe you must stay at The Drake!

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    Alice D.

    We booked a spot at the high tea experience in the hotel's restaurant and had a decent time. Decor was fantastic, everything was beautiful and the place was super lively. Table was a bit small and wobbly, but we made do. Service wasn't super friendly or kind honestly, that was the only thing that demoted the experience. Our server seemed almost impatient and super aloof - they didn't explain the menu nor show any grace when we had questions which was a little frustrating. Food and drink were okay. It was nice how everything was sort of unlimited and we could order certain things again. Tea was solid as well and presentation was good. Overall, not a bad experience at a decent price, service just left a lot to be desired.

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    How old do you have to be to reserve a room?

    I think it’s like most hotels 25 major credit card.

    Does the Drake provide any amenities for a couple checking in on their wedding night?

    Just let them know!!! They will! They are sooooooooo nice there. Book the Princess Diana suite. Amazing!

    Is there valet parking?

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    How much would a sweet 16 party cost in the Gold Coast Room? Not a seated dinner, but more like 20 different passed items.

    There are much better hotels in Chicago.

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    “The Gold Coast Room has gorgeous pillars throughout the room and large windows overlooking Lake Michigan.”

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    theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel

    theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel

    (639 reviews)

    $$$

    The Loop

    Great hotel located in the heart of downtown Chicago theater district…read more Great staff. Modern decor. Comfortable and Clean rooms. 2 restaurants on site....State and Lake Tavern and the Roof Bar along with conference facilities, gym and full spa. A little pricier than other options but well worth it.

    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 - King Room

    Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District

    (139 reviews)

    $$

    The Loop

    Hampton Inn majestic will let you relive the Chicago fire!!!…read more Was not a fan of their elevators since they kept jumping from levels 6 and 7 and would randomly stop without being called. The last Hampton inn I got stuck in the elavator and had an off experience with getting help, so I chose to use the stairs. Upon using the stairs we were met with SEVERAL linen boxes blocking our only exit. They were all in different directions and could not be easily rolled out, especially when we were blocked behind them. Instead we had to parkour over it to escape. There was a valet driver sitting at the front and ignored us after I asked for help and continued to say she's just valet she can't do anything. These bins were there for well over an acceptable time, blocking the only stairs and fire safety exit but also for people that didn't enjoy their sketchy elevators. And again, pallets were there days later also blocking the ONLY emergency exit and stairwell exit. Completely unacceptable in a normal city let alone one with history of building fires. Exits should not be blocked and it's clear the building uses this space for "storage" often. Before the fire situation even happened, their breakfast situation was insane. Our first morning was on a Monday. Their service is until 10 am and around 9am we headed down for some fuel. By that time, the dining room was packed, the tiny buffet room was empty of food but packed with people who were waiting for tables, chairs and all of the food to be restocked. One woman was trying to run the whole operation while two men just stood behind the concierge desk and watched the shit show of breakfast service happen in front of them. Someone should have helped her get breakfast together. Even if it wasn't their job, in hospitality, their job as hotel manger or anyone who works in the hotel is to make sure the guest have a pleasant stay, not to look pretty sitting in front of the Hampton inn welcome to Chicago sign. Overall unorganized and not something nice to look at when you first walk into a hotel lobby, chaos. You would think the grievances would stop there. However we were then denied the benefits that we get as gold Hilton members. Previously at hiltons and Hilton branches we have been offered two bottles of water per room per day. Most of the time they would be offered upon check in (which they did not) and given daily throughout our stay. This time the concierge allowed my mom just to go grab them out of the fridge. The next day we did the same and the concierge Robyn gave me immediate backlash even after I said we were previously allowed to take them. She repeatedly said I was wrong and gave no hospitality to hear my side of the story. I didn't want to cause a scene and returned my water. She then slammed them onto our table as I was eating breakfast with my family. Definitely could have been better ways for her to deal with the problem and I did not appreciate the hostility coming from the concierge at 9 am. We were already all crammed at a small table because there are no seating arrangements easily accessible for families or even enough seats in the dining room. One star because housekeeping did great and my room was clean and refreshed when necessary (and because zero is not an option) Otherwise I would hope I never have to stay here again.

    We stayed at this hotel. Very clean and the workers where great. Robyn and her associate i can't…read moreremember her name, but she was an enthusiastic singer...lol The breakfast was fresh and the house keeping was great. If you are ever in Chicago try this place out. The hotel is very unique. Go and enjoy a great stay.

    Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

    Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

    (197 reviews)

    $$

    Near North Side, River East

    Stayed here for a total of 3 nights. There were just way too many issues for the price that we were…read morepaying. The staff were somewhat friendly until different things started to come up... 1st issue: Friday night the elevators completely stopped working. Big problem due to having a small infant and needing to get the stroller down. We were staying on the 10th floor. But an even bigger problem was that we started to notice floods of people come on our floor and notify us that there was not an exit even via the stairs!!!! My husband got on the phone with the front desk and the reply was "you are just going to have to wait for the elevator." This was completely unacceptable and UNSAFE- what if there was a fire? What if something dangerous was happening and we couldn't get out of the building? This itself would have landed this hotel at a 1-2 rating. The elevator issue didn't fill resolve itself for our whole stay- only 2/3 were in service and they took 5-10 minutes to show up each time. Seriously inconvenient. 2nd issue: they put one of our rooms (we had 3 groups) literally next to the pool. Kids were screaming their heads off beginning at 6:30am and it would carry on until 10pm. When SIL called down to the front desk she was told "sorry that's just how it is and it should quiet down soon." Again, completely unacceptable. We had young children and infants who needed to nap and go to bed early. 3rd issue: we asked for a late check out since our flight was later and we needed to get our baby to take a nap- after all of these issues they said they would extend it to 1:00, which was nice. We did then ask if it could be extended another hour and we were told it would cost $25. Fine... what was not fine was when there was banging on our door and someone walked in at 1:25pm to clean the room. It woke up our baby and completely defeated the purpose of us extending our late check out and paying the extra $25. 4th issue: apparently they don't clean the rooms unless you are staying for 3 or more nights? We didn't know about this and assumed we would get new towels since there is a sign in the bathroom saying "hang towels to reuse" or "if you would like new ones, place them on the floor". We needed new towels so we followed what it said and then were told our rooms wouldn't be cleaned or even checked to see if we needed new towels. Good things I will say: - very convenient area - provided a pack n play - Starbucks in the hotel - hotel room was clean Would have love for this stay to have been better since the Marriott is well known and usually a great place to stay.... but the lack of customer service makes it hard to want to book another room at a Marriott hotel.

    It has been a whole decade since my return to the Windy City. I stay at the same hotel- Courtyard…read moreMarriott. It is amazing thanks to Josephine, she gave me a quiet room to rest and even has the extra towels brought up before I could even reached the room. Now that is service! We will be back. Thank you Josephine for making these weary travelers feel comfortable and care for!

    Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection - Hotel EMC2 in Downtown Chicago

    Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection

    (215 reviews)

    $$

    Near North Side, River East

    Two nights at the EMC2 confirmed it: this is a property that treats hospitality as a craft. The…read morerooms are quiet, immaculate, and thoughtfully designed -- but the people are what I'll remember. Shamel, Jackie, and Gwen at the front desk delivered service that was consistent across every shift and every interaction. Requests were anticipated as often as they were fulfilled, and each struck the rare balance of being attentive without ever hovering. Great hotels are defined by their people, and these three make a persuasive case. They're the reason I'd return without hesitation and recommend the EMC2 to anyone visiting Chicago.

    This hotel has a cool modern art and science vibe, and I was constantly amazed by its unique…read morefeatures. From the fascinating art pieces to the magnifying-glass room numbers, and the automated delivery robots Leo and Cleo that bring you snacks and toiletries right to your door, it's a truly special place. It's perfect for design enthusiasts and solo travelers looking for a central spot in the city. They also have an onsite dining option, The Albert, which offers creative seasonal dishes and expertly crafted cocktails. Chris, the bar manager, makes a fantastic Old Fashioned and really makes sure you are enjoying your time. One thing I noticed is that the bar doesn't have TVs for watching sports. It feels like they might be missing out on a big customer base because of this.

    The Langham, Chicago - Two double beds.

    The Langham, Chicago

    (444 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.

    First time staying at a Langham property and we were extremely happy with everything. We like to…read morestay at high end properties, and this is most definitely is at the top of our list now. We will definitely seek out the Langham properties at different locations in the future and not sure why we didn't before. Everything was superb on every level! We also had Afternoon Tea and it was the most beautiful room we've ever had tea in, along with the food and tea of course. We are having trouble getting "adjusted" to our life back home now. Missing it all very much. A shout out to IGOR in Club dining and lounge. He was fantastic and it was great to see him every day.

    JW Marriott Chicago

    JW Marriott Chicago

    (356 reviews)

    $$$

    The Loop

    We were in town briefly for a wedding, and the JW Marriott was our hotel of choice. While not…read moreluxury, the hotel was very nice and comfortable, and the location was central to our wedding happenings. Everything was great until I checked out and discovered that I had been charged $88 per night for parking. That was quite unexpected. I had been in Chicago just a few months earlier and had paid $55 at the L7 Hotel. So I was shocked that the JW could charge so much. How is their valet parking better than the valet parking at the L7? I realize now that had I been traveling alone, and not with my family, it would have been cheaper to fly to Chicago, than drive the 4.5 hours from Ohio. Apparently the hospitality industry hasn't caught on to the current affordability crisis, or at least Marriott hasn't.

    We landed here not because it was my first choice but because all Chicago hotels were booked or…read moreexpensive. Apparently there was a WNBA event in town. So the JW seemed affordable within the mix...at $700+ a night... I've stayed at a few JWs across Asia and the US. For whatever reason this one didn't seem to meet JW's normally high standard. I can't quite put my finger on it, but I think it started with the lobby and bar. It was always overcrowded and noisy, and just didn't feel very intimate or elegant. That followed with the fact there's only one restaurant in the hotel and both times we visited it was nearly empty. It's tucked on the second floor back in the corner, and just feels like a standard obligatory hotel restaurant. The food was good but the ambience was just odd. The room was well-appointed, including a comfortable bed and soft sheets. And the bathroom had everything we needed. But the service day-to-day required follow up. They forgot to restock coffee, water and cups a few times, and when I called the front desk they delivered in a trash bag. There is a daily service charge that I believe is $50 a night and provides Wi-Fi, access to gym, and a free class. We went to use the gym to access the sauna and steam room, but learned that's part of the spa not gym so had to pay a separate per person charge. The spa was refreshing but fairly standard. Not like the Seoul Marriott with multiple heated baths and a cold plunge. Call me spoiled. Don't get me wrong, the hotel is very nice but for $700 a night and knowing what I know about most JW's this just seems slightly below their standard. I wouldn't pay that much again, but would come back for a more affordable rate.

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