Le Méridien Essex Chicago

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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. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a business centre.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is £190
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(112 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 273 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 268 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 273 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Hearing Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Downtown Chicago, a neighbourhood in Chicago, Le Méridien Essex Chicago is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grant Park and Millennium Park, while Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Soldier Field or McCormick Place. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • A city park at night with well-maintained lawns, trees, and a distant view of skyscrapers.
    Grant Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Chicago Theatre with marquee lights and a large sign.
    State Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A city skyline with illuminated skyscrapers and a fountain with water jets.
    Buckingham Fountain
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A large metallic sphere sculpture in a public square surrounded by tall buildings.
    Millennium Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Columbia College Chicago
    5 min walk - 0.3 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
  • South Loop Club
    5 min walk
  • Buddy Guy's Legends
    4 min walk
  • Burger Bar Chicago
    5 min walk
  • Paris Baguette
    3 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

  • Upscale hotel near Grant Park
  • Located close to Soldier Field and Millennium Park, 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), luggage storage and ATM/banking services
    • Concierge services, a banquet hall and a 24-hour front desk
    • A lift, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews say great things about 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.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Rainfall showers, baths or showers and hairdryers
    • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

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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)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • 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
  • 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night, plus a one-off cleaning fee of USD 50

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 17.83 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 20 per accommodation, per night plus a one-off USD 50 cleaning fee
  • 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.

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 20 per accommodation, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 50 also applies. 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 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on 20 Sept 2026 start from £190, 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 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 15-minute walk of Grant Park, Millennium Park and Lake Michigan. Michigan Avenue and Soldier Field are also within 1 mile (2 km). Harrison Station is 7 minutes by foot and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 687 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1002 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was perfect. Room was a great size, clean, very friendly staff. Perfect for our work trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room, the staff and the restaurant were all great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very welcoming and helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a relaxing stay. The location was perfect. The room was immaculate. The bed was cozy. I enjoyed the boutique style amenities and the bistro that was attached was delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel and room were clean while being in walking distance of many restaurants and activities. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy check in and the room was perfect. Had dinner at the restaurant and had a great time. Room was great. One of the best rooms I've stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is now my go to hotel when I travel to Chicago. I described this to others as a very nice small boutique hotel that is attached to a nice restaurant. The rooms are upscale and clean. The beds are comfortable. Shower is great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Would definitely stay here again! Clean, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The stuff members were very friendly, the rooms were very clean. Everything was just great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quiet and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay was fantastic. The staff were easy going and helpful. They each went above and beyond. Even coffee in the restaurant was great and the server was busy but attended to each customer individually with kindness. What a stay. I didn’t expect a view, but there it was! Clean, comfy and literally the staff was so great. Go and enjoy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was very clean. All the staff we encountered were very helpful and friendly. Fantastic location, was within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go during our trip. We were very happy with this hotel overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great day super nice staff and very helpful comfortable clean, and a great location at a reasonable price very pleased
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was very convenient for my event. The check in process was quick and easy. I appreciate them giving complementary water.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Historic building, great location! Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Perfect location to shops, restaurants- right on Michigan Ave. 20-25 walk to soldier field for the Bruno Mars concert. Staff very attentive. Grant Park Bistro very good for brunch.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great views close to museums and great restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay..awesome staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was amazing and very helpful, gave us a lot of great recommendations for places to check out and also upgraded our room for free. The room was very nice, a little tight but that is expected in Chicago. Bathroom was perfect great shower, amazing view from room and bathroom window. Very conveniently located, quick walk from the train. Highly recommend and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Centrally located to all I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, lots to check out near by
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and not far from places!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was attentive and friendly. Atmosphere was welcoming. Restaurant had a great selection food was good and prices reasonable. Rooms were comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Easy walk to the lake, field museum, and the bean. Lots of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026