Title: Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to State Street ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/ed99b7b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/6e228b75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/81673aca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/1d328453.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers a sophisticated downtown retreat. Guests can enjoy meals at Grant Park Bistro, in-room WiFi, and services like dry cleaning and luggage storage. The helpful staff and excellent dining consistently earn praise from visitors. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - Room service - Housekeeping - Bar - Laundry £153 includes taxes & fees 30 Oct - 31 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 2 - Oct 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 3 - Oct 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 13 of 13 rooms ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking 8.8 Excellent 94 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/771c6a6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 258 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking 8.0 Very good 19 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking 8.6 Excellent 23 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 273 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking 9.2 Wonderful 29 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 268 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 273 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 225 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower) 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/771c6a6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Espresso maker - 258 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1940000/1930100/1930039/dcd061f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa Lake Forest - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-Hotel-Essex-Chicago.h35130365.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-Hotel-Essex-Chicago.h35130365.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.87150%2C-87.62460&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TYpLh4TDbgJxSVwtCyUzBuVdlP8=) 800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605 #### What's nearby - Art Institute of Chicago - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Grant Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Soldier Field - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Chicago Riverwalk - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 5 min walk - Harrison Station - 7 min walk - Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk - ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬2 min walk - ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk - ‪Honeyberry - ‬4 min walk - ‪Yolk - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Le Méridien Essex Chicago Upscale hotel near Art Institute of Chicago Located close to Grant Park and Soldier Field, Le Méridien Essex Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro, the on-site bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a business centre. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Valet parking (surcharge), a lift and luggage storage - Concierge services, a banquet hall and a front desk safe - Meeting rooms, ATM/banking services and smoke-free property - Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff and location Room features All 274 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property. 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3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=2675313&PinnedHotelID=2675313&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Valet parking on site (USD 77 per night; includes in/out privileges) ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Grant Park Bistro ### Things to do - 24-hour gym ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Braille/raised signage - Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high) - Handrails in stairways (81 centimetre high) - Height-adjustable showerhead - Lever door handles - Lift (91 centimetre wide door) - Low-height door lock - Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom - Low-height view port in door - Stair-free path to entrance - Transfer shower - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible gym - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (83 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 15 floors - Banquet hall - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Rooftop garden - Smoke-free property - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch smart TV ### Food and drink - Espresso maker - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Free daily newspapers - Free local calls - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Phone - Recycling - Safe - Water-efficient showers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total (up to 11 kg per pet) Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 100 per night - Destination fee: USD 17.61 per accommodation, per night. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Valet parking fee: USD 77 per night (in/out privileges) - Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a smoke detector Property Registration Number 60605 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Hotel Essex Essex Chicago Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago Essex Hotel Essex Chicago Le Meridien Essex Chicago Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel Le Méridien Essex Chicago Chicago Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel Chicago ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Le Méridien Essex Chicago pet-friendly? > Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 11 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? > As of 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on 30 Oct 2025 start from £152.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Essex-Chicago.h35130365.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? > Valet parking is available for USD 77 per night. ### What time is check-in at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Le Méridien Essex Chicago located? > Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Columbia College Chicago and State Street. Millennium Park and Lake Michigan are also within 15 minutes. Harrison Station is 7 minutes by foot and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 627 8 - Good 187 6 - Okay 90 4 - Poor 37 2 - Terrible 59 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent stay … highly recommend it ! ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guadalupe 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Great place to stay at ##### Guadalupe Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed here so we could walk to Soldier Stadium. It was an easy 20 minute walk. The hotel was clean and quiet inside. We enjoyed the restaurant for dinner and had a really nice night. ##### Alexis Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marco 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place ##### Marco Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location right on Michigan Ave and nice view from our window. Easy walks to allot of attractions and restaurants. Definitely would stay there again. ##### James Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cio'nna 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay although hotel parking was a couple blocks away ##### Cio'nna Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was so friendly, accommodations were modern and well appointed, a wonderful location with surprisingly good food in the attached restaurant ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hotel was clean, the fitness center had what I needed, the restaurant was good and I had a really nice experience. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location was perfect! Restaurant was charming. I was disappointed that the hotel was unwilling to allow late checkout which was an inconvenience for me given that my flight left late evening. ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel, nice walk to everything ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stu 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Great hotel! Great location! Great service too—the Concierge James was outstanding! ##### Stu Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is great and property was very clean ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A nice job was done upgrading this hotel. It has a modern feel and look. ##### Douglas Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Destiny 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love this property; quiet and quaint. Staff is great and rooms are always clean. ##### Destiny Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan Daniel Del 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place for price and location ##### Juan Daniel Del Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bibe 29 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities By far the worst hotel ##### Bibe Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely renovation of an historic property, just across the street from an equally lovely park. Super friendly staff. ##### Gina Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Athena 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities quiet and comfortable ##### Athena Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerome 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities A nice place to stay for a weekend trip. ##### Jerome Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa 19 Jun 2025 Great location and clean and comfortable with great service. Restaurant onsite was good for breakfast ##### Teresa Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### patricia 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect view friendly staff bed very comfortable quick check in 100% would recommend ##### patricia Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kwana 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel. Pretty. They had other options in lieu the very expensive valet parking. Staff was nice and helpful. Room was updated and clean. ##### Kwana Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Avis 15 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities The restaurant had amazing food and drinks. The waiter was a little mean at first but he eventually warmed up. I’ll be back. ##### Avis Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fabulous one night stay at the hotel. Fabulous location to walking everywhere close (Grant Park, Shedd, Field Museum), and taking public transportation to everything else. Comfortable room stylishly decorated; splurge for the view!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aeb85e55-a0f0-4171-bdf1-b5a9344356d3-1752801598738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Claire Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities Very good value and location ##### Charles Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cheap Hotels in Europe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Europe-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d6022967-tBudgetHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d178312-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Entertainment in Sheffield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-Hotel-With-Entertainment.0-0-d5682-thotelwithentertainment.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Gibraltar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Gibraltar-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d66-tBudgetHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-OHare-Chicago.h5403.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hawthorne Terrace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hawthorne-Terrace-Hotel.h116850.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Acta the Clover](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Acta-The-Clover.h92732593.Hotel-Information) > > [Chatterley House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ilkeston-Hotels-Chatterley-House.h32695143.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Moxy-Edinburgh-Fountainbridge.h64450784.Hotel-Information) > > [Family-Friendly Hotels in Portsmouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portsmouth-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d553248634335196573-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Mudeford Quay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mudeford-Quay-Hotels.0-l553248621555744002-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [HOVIMA Santa María](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Adeje-Hotels-HOVIMA-Santa-Maria.h1382894.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Kuala Lumpur](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels.d180008.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Versey Chicago Lincoln Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Versey-Chicago-Lincoln-Park.h22993.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Kirkby Fleetham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Kirkby-Fleetham-Hotels.s50-0-d3000384361.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Stadhampton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stadhampton-Hotels.d6258300.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Southampton (SOU) to San Javier (MJV)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sou/mjv/southampton-to-murcia) > > [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Nairobi (NBO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dub/nbo/dublin-to-nairobi) ### Cars > [Luxury Car Hire in Faro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Luxury-Car-Rentals-In-Faro.d1193-tLuxury.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) > > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Bracknell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Bracknell.d4580-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in Sofia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sofia.d3235.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Raleigh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Raleigh.d178300.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Bora Bora](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/602861/Bora-Bora) > > [Mowbray Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mowbray-Park-Sunderland-City-Centre.d553248621532494593.Attraction) > > [Boa Vista Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boa-Vista.d730.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Cambrils Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambrils.d181379.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Stratford Butterfly Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Butterfly-Farm-Stratford-upon-Avon.d6171188.Attraction) > > [Tynemouth Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tynemouth-Castle-Tynemouth.d6079509.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Bora Bora](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bora-Bora.dx602861)