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This place could use some more renovating, but it is in the perfect location for the thousands of...
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This place could use some more renovating, but it is in the perfect location for the thousands of college students overwhelming this area. The food is good, and the people who work here are all friendly. I will recommend this place over the small shops surrounding it. It has a little more character and the prices are better than bad.
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The InterContinental is fortunate to be situated at the end of the Magnificent Mile. The building...
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The InterContinental is fortunate to be situated at the end of the Magnificent Mile. The building is chock-full of interesting architectural details, so go crazy with your camera inside and outside the hotel. The rooms are nice too, though some people may wonder about the charming but old-fashioned water faucets on the bathroom sinks. The indoor swimming pool and piano bar are excellent amenities in the hotel.
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My family just returned from Chicago and I was perfectly pleased with this hotel. I can only...
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My family just returned from Chicago and I was perfectly pleased with this hotel. I can only think the bad reviews are, by now, outdated or that the writers missed the charm of this historic and quite enchanting place. The staff could not have been warmer or friendlier beginning with the doorman/valet. Yes, there is still a picket line, but we chatted with a few of those people as well. The desk clerk and bellmen were extremely helpful. We were even treated to a mini "ghost-tour" by the security people. The Gold Room is absolutely fabulous! Ask them to take you there! We then walked the haunted (?!?!) 12th floor and it is very CREEPY!
Everyone we spoke to was so proud of the rich heritage and offered wonderful stories about movies filmed there and the famous guests.
The rate was only $115/night for a large room with two king beds and a view of Lake Michigan to die for, overlooking the Buckingham fountain and Grant park! What a treat each morning!
We did have problems getting hot water and had to run the shower for about ten minutes to get it comfortable enough. The bathroom was rather small, but the room size made up for it. (Ask for rooms ending in "74"---those are the biggest. That was a hint from the staff.)
Conveniently located minutes away from all lakefront activities and walking distance to the trolleys, "L's" and the Sears Tower. Right in the middle of it all! Let the valet park your car and enjoy the city!
Pros: Historic charm, Close to Family Activities
Cons: Small bathroom, Slow hot water
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Been a few times. The dry aging process give the steaks such a concentrated flavor. Go for the...
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Been a few times. The dry aging process give the steaks such a concentrated flavor. Go for the 40-day ribeye.
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Ritz Carlton Hotel
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Hotels
160 E Pearson St
Chicago,
Illinois 60611
(312) 266-1000
When they first built this place I was driving a cab nights so I went to check it out. You know,...
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When they first built this place I was driving a cab nights so I went to check it out. You know, its the Ritz, legendary.
The lobby is not as you walk in; you have to take an elevator up to the 12th floor (if memory serves). It is posh and elegant as you might expect.
There is a big fountain there. I just thought of the engineering of this when I first saw it and was impressed. Later, when I sat at one of the little tables and relaxed, I was impressed by the peaceful ambiance they had created.
They used to have a 24 hour restaurant there. It has been years since I visited, so I have no idea if it is still open all night.
But when it was, it was a great place to eat some elegant and surprisingly not-too-expensive food in the middle of the night.
http://www.fourseasons.com/
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Omni Chicago Hotel
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Hotels
676 N Michigan Ave
Chicago,
Illinois 60611
(312) 944-6664
I went here for a wedding and I was so impressed. The food was great and the banquet hall was...
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I went here for a wedding and I was so impressed. The food was great and the banquet hall was gorgeous. Everything was so beautifully decorated and arranged and the service was great. This is really a wonderful place to have a wedding reception! And then after the wedding, we stayed at the hotel and the rooms were exquisite as well. Clean spacious rooms added to the splendour of thids centrally located five star hotel!
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Stayed two nights with the better half for a birthday weekend in the city, and we were very...
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Stayed two nights with the better half for a birthday weekend in the city, and we were very pleased with this hotel. Prior to our arrival we had already decided to request an upgrade - after all it was my birthday. When checking in they immediately upgraded us to a corner suite with amazing views. You know I had read on this site that previous guests had been upgraded without asking but I tend to be pessimistic and didn’t think it possible – well I guess I was wrong. Our room was spotless, and very well appointed. The robes were out of this world soft and the bed – I don’t think I have ever slept that good in a hotel before. The staff was always friendly and we were always greeted with a "hello" and a smile when passing in the hallway. Despite the great room and friendly staff, the main attraction of the Avenue Hotel is the location - just steps from some of Chicago's most iconic destinations. Overall, we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Pros: staff was very personable
Cons: Did not want to leave
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My Husband and I started staying at the Wyndham Chicago for our Honeymoon. We loved it so much...
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My Husband and I started staying at the Wyndham Chicago for our Honeymoon. We loved it so much that every year on our anniversary we go back and stay. We also take our daughter for the lighting of Michigan Ave. We do the American Girl Doll Package. She looks so forward to it every year. We also look forward to our romantic anniversary stays at Wyndam they always treat us like royalty.
Pros: Ambience, service, rooms
Cons: none
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The Willows
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Hotels
555 W Surf St
Chicago,
Illinois 60657
My husband and I were in Chicago for a pretty stressful surgery (at St. Joseph's) so based upon...
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My husband and I were in Chicago for a pretty stressful surgery (at St. Joseph's) so based upon the hospital's recommendation we chose to stay at the Willows. I have to say; it was probably the most relaxing thing about the entire visit to Chicago. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed, not to mention that the room was beautiful! We will definitely stay at the Willows again.
Pros: Location, Quiet, Helpful staff
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