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Hotel Policies & Fees
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Property Amenities
Rooms
Waldorf Astoria Chicago offers 188 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and iPod docking stations. Rooms feature city or courtyard views. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down blankets and premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels, complimentary TV Internet access, and pay movies. Accommodations at this 5-star hotel have kitchenettes with microwaves. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with handheld showerheads, double sinks, bathrobes, and slippers.
This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as multi-line phones with voice mail; free local calls are also provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include minibars and safes. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
All guestrooms are non-smoking.
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Dining
Waldorf Astoria Chicago has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch. 24-hour room service is available.
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“Rated as Chicago's #1 Hotel, It should be The World's #1 Hotel!”
Honestly, what more can a hotel offer... I am a world traveller, yet I never felt the urge to sit and review a hotel or an experience ever! We were so impressed with every fine detail about this place, that we felt writing a review is the least this hotel deserves in return for their fine fine job succeeding to combine glamor 'n luxury with the warmth and coziness of an at-home feel! (Most other 5 star hotel unfortunately lack) All I Can say is that they took Hospitality Management and Industry to a whole new level. They helped me arrange and put together my Husband's surprise birthday trip to chicago in an impressively flawless and an unforgettable way. From offering us the best view suite, and having the cake order and gift certificates neatly put and awaiting in our room upon arrival. To offering us the house car for free to our dinner destination. I really can't say enough good things about you Elysian. The point of the matter, is that its not just another fancy Hotel with super friendly staff! Its a place where they carefully pick and train their staff, that you genuinely feel that everyone from the doorman to the housekeeping lady are just thriving to give you their best... and they Do!... and they take pride in their excellence that they politely turn down your tips ! *applause*
“Gold Coast Jewel”
Stayed at the Elysian for a special anniversary weekend. It was everything billed and more. The only property that I would compare it to is the Four Seasons. The room was spacious, well appointed, and immaculate. The location was ideal and close to other Chicago Gold Coast hot spots, the Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park and others. The service was simply outstanding. The concierge was helpful and well informed. They arranged flowers, confirmed reservations, and made useful suggestions. Significantly, it is a "no tip" hotel, and they hold to that standard. On more than one occasion, tips were refused before we learned of the status. Remember, it's not cheap. It's a very high end, luxury experience. But you get what you pay for.
“Extremely impressed by the Elysian”
It is truly difficult to find anything negative to say about the Elysian. From the minute the cab sweeps into the courtyard, you are surrounded, not only by a beautiful building, but by the best customer service I have ever experienced. Staff are charming, friendly, courteous, and endlessly helpful. The rooms are superb - I stayed in a Gold Coast suite and was tempted to stay in the whole time. And I think I once lived in a flat that was smaller than the gorgeous bathroom. I ate in the Michelin 2* restaurant, Ria (superb) and the smaller and more informal Balsan - also extremely accomplished food. Staff and service in both were impeccable. So - if I had to say something negative, it might be that I was surprised that there wasn't a coffee maker in the room, but given the slickness of the room service, that was not really a problem. And I had to search for that one bad thing to say! But it did not spoil the amazing time I spent in the Elysian!
“Chicago's Best Hotel”
Perfect
“Very Nice hotel”
Stayed at the Elysian hotel for 2 days during the week. Very nice hotel. Overall service great. The only criticism we have is no iron & board in room- had to call. No coffee maker in room either. Had to go to the lobby to get coffee. Room service, frankly was way too expensive for just coffee and tea in the morning. We understand that most of the clientele at this hotel would probably not have any issues calling for pressnig service or paying for the coffee or tea thru room service. Cable tv or satellite had some issues. Samantha, guest service employee is a star. We would absolutely stay at this hotel next time in Chicago. It should be on your list to try.
“Absolutely Fabulous”
VIP treatment, without snotty attitude! Absolutely the most wonderful "standard" room in any urban hotel, in any city, anywhere.
“Best hotel ever”
We could not have been more pleased. Everything about the hotel is top notch. The beds are wonderful. It is a no tipping hotel. But what really sets this hotel apart from any other is the service. The people here love their jobs and it shows. Even though we only stayed one night I could cite 4 or 5 instances where an employee did or said something special to make us feel welcome. If you stay here every other hotel you stay in will be a let down. This one is the gold standard.
“sick!”
The best hotel ever.
“Extremely Impressed”
I have stayed at several different 5-star hotels in Chicago and in other cities and they always have a set standard of luxury. The Elysian Hotel in Chicago has completely set a new standard of convenience, atmosphere, and elegance. Although it is new to the area, the building itself is beautiful and the enterance makes you feel like you are pulling up to your castle. The staff were nothing but professional and kind, and we even got upgraded to a suite when we checked in (at no extra charge). The room service was 10/10 delicious and always on time. The rooms were taken care of more than once a day, and again the staff was overly courteous. Overall I would say this hotel - and it's staff - earns 5 full stars from me. I will certainly stay there the next time I am in the area.
“World's Best Hotel”
Elysian is a real gem. From the moment you enter its tiny courtyard, until you check out and leave, the service is as irreproachable as possible in a place that offers accommodation to thirsty travelers for luxury, while the comfort of the rooms and all the amenities are wonderfully designed with precision and care to offer customers the creme-a-la-creme of service. Every detail is worth noting and savoring. I wish they would sell their bed sheets, furniture and other products online. I loved every second of my stay at Elysian. I look forward to going back. One detrimental aspect was the attitude of the bartender in the dining area, who was impolite and sour, and also the receptionist, who not only let us wait until 3:30pm to check in while outside was raining torrentially, but gave us a room with a view of another building's wall. Receptionists should consult customers' preferences in regards to views of the surrounding areas. We had such a terrible weather and a nice view at least, would have made it perfect! Overall, Elysian's management gets a high score of appreciation.
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Hotels in Magnificent Mile - River North
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11 E. Walton Chicago, 60611 Illinois
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Location Highlights
The closest major airports to Waldorf Astoria Chicago are:
Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.) - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) - 24.4 km / 15.2 mi
The preferred airport for Waldorf Astoria Chicago is Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.).
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Magnificent Mile - River North, Illinois, United States of America: Magnificent Mile, a part of Michigan Avenue from the Chicago River to Oak Street, appeals to tourists because of its flashy department stores and fancy restaurants. Several of the Windy Citys architectural wonders are here, including the John Hancock Center and the Old Chicago Water Tower. Just north of the Chicago River, River North is home to the citys shopping, design, and gallery districts.
11 E. Walton Chicago, 60611 Illinois
