Drake Hotel Chicago

4 stars

140 East Walton Place, Chicago, United States, 60611-1501

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Editorial review

This historic hotel was built in 1920 and has an informed staff, gorgeous lobby, excellent dining, and an afternoon tea accompanied by live harp music. Critics say that it's showing its age a bit, the rooms are classy but vary widely in quality. There are renovations currently being performed.

Overview

Since 1920, a four-star hotel The Drake, located in the historic downtown Chicago, IL, United States, has been a symbol of elegance and style.

The hotel features spacious classic rooms, a swimming pool, a gym and a gorgeous lobby.

The rooms are really bright and well-equipped, including everything that you may need for a comfortable stay.

The guests of the restaurant will be amazed with the variety of tasty dishes.

Year renovated 2010. Number of rooms 535.

Distance to:

City Center - 2.5km
Airport: Merrill C Meigs (closed) - 4.7km, Midway - 16.6km
Train Station: Millenium Station - 1.7km, Ogilvie Transportation Center - 2.4km
Underground station: LaSalle "L" Station (Blue Line) - 2.8km, - 100 m
Bus stop - 100 m

Rooms

There are standard rooms (king size bed, twin beds and queen size bed), deluxe rooms (king size bed), executive rooms (king size bed) and family rooms (two queen size beds).

Each room is rather spacious and bright; it includes TV, safe deposit box, telephone, speaker phone and a mini- bar.

In addition, every room features a marble bathroom and a cozy sitting area. The guests will be amazed because of a wonderful view of the lake.

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Guest Room Twin Beds or Queen Size Bed or King Size Bed		Check Prices
Elegant room offers a practical work desk and a contemporary bathroom.
Family Room King Size Bed or Two Queen Size Beds		Check Prices
Spacious room has practical work desk and a contemporary bathroom with all modern amenities.
Deluxe Room King Size Bed		Check Prices
This elegant room comprises a sleeping zone, a comfortable work area and a snug sitting area. Bathroom has all modern conveniences.
Junior Suite Lake view King Size Bed		Check Prices
Spacious room comprises a comfortable lounge zone with a coffee table, workspace and modern bathroom.
Executive Room Lake view King Size Bed		Check Prices
Spacious and light room has luxurious furnishings. It offers a practical work desk and a contemporary bathroom. The room offers access to the luxurious Executive Club Lounge.
Family Two-Bedroom Room King Or Twin Beds		Check Prices

Standard Single Room One Single Bed		Check Prices

Double Room Lake view King Size Bed		Check Prices

Superior Single Room One Single Bed		Check Prices

Dining options

You are proposed to begin your day with the great continental breakfast served in the dining room or you may also enjoy it in you room as well. Besides, the hotel restaurant has a long menu along with a wine list, making it a perfect venue to eat at.

A full breakfast is served at affordable prices.

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Work

For people traveling on business the hotel has meeting and banquet facilities with free Wi-Fi.

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Leisure

The hotel offers an indoor swimming pool, a gym, a spa and wellness salon and message services.

There is also a restaurant and a bar in the hotel.

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Facilities

General	Parking (fee required) Elevator Pets allowed Luggage storage Newspapers/magazines 24-Hour Front Desk
Services	Dry cleaning
Room facilities	Non-smoking rooms Air conditioning Room service Heating In-room safe
Dining facilities	Bar Restaurant In-room breakfast
Business facilities	Wi-Fi Internet Fax/photocopying
Meeting facilities	Meeting/banquet facilities
Children's facilities	Children's play area
Facilities for people with disabilities	Rooms/facilities for people with disabilities
Leisure and relaxation facilities	Fitness center
Internet	Wireless internet is available in public areas for additional charge Hotel high-speed internet access is available in the hotel rooms and the rate is USD 12.95 per day Hotel high-speed internet access is available in the business center for additional charge Hotel TV cable high-speed internet access is available in the hotel rooms and the rate is USD 10.99 per day
Guest Parking	Public hotel parking is possible on site and the rate is USD 30 per day. Private hotel parking is possible on site and the rate is USD 49 per day.

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Guest feedback

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The location was perfect for our needs, hotel was quiet.
Ideal location and i lived in Chicago for many years.
Staff all friendly and helpful, room was excellent.

Average guest rating

Exceptional

4.3

Based on 65 reviews

Policies

Check-In	from 15:00-23:00 hours
Check-Out	until 11 am
Children and extra beds	One child under the age of 18 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding. Older children/adults may stay at the price of USD 30.00 per night/person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets	Pets are allowed on request

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What's nearby?

The museum of contemporary art, museum shop of the art, the Old Water Tower Chicago, the Water Tower Place, the Bethel cultural art center and City Gallery in the Historic Water Tower are within the walking distance.

People fond of nature can attend the nearby parks: the Mariano Park, the Lake Shore Park and Seneca Playlot Park.

Attractions for Tourists	John Hancock Observatory - 100 m Old Water Tower Chicago - 400 m
Shopping Areas	Water Tower Place - 200 m Magnificent Mile - 600 m
Museums	Bethel Cultural Arts Center - 100 m Museum Shop of the Art Inst - 100 m Mimi International - 200 m Museum of Contemporary Art - 400 m City Gallery in the Historic Water Tower - 400 m Palette and Chisel Acad-Fine Art - 500 m Terra Museum of American Art - 600 m American Bar Association Museum of Law - 700 m Arts Club of Chicago - 700 m Charnley-Persky House Museum - 800 m Three Arts Club - 800 m
Universities, Institutes	Quigley Preparatory Seminary - 200 m Loyola University of Chicago - 300 m Ruth Page Foundation School - 500 m N'western Univ Medical School - 500 m Northwestern University School of Law - 600 m Northwestern University - 600 m Northwestern Medical Faculty - 600 m American College of Surgeons - 700 m Moody Bible Institute - 800 m
Medical care and Hospitals	Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 600 m Rehab Institute Of Chicago - 600 m Va Chicago Health Care System - 600 m
Casinos	Venetian Casino Resort - 100 m Par-A-Dice Riverboat Casino - 600 m
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Getting there

Being in historic downtown Chicago, Illinois, in the United States, the hotel is rather close to major tourist landmarks such as the museum of contemporary art, museum shop of the art, the Old Water Tower Chicago, Bethel cultural art center and City Gallery in the Historic Water Tower are within walking distance.

Getting around

There are many bus stations nearby.

Car rental is also available. The hotel offers a parking.

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The Drake Hotel Chicago Reviews

Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at The Drake Hotel Chicago

Average guest rating:

4.3Based on 65 reviews

Location 4.7
Rooms 4.4
Service 4.0
Value 4.1
Dining 2.3

Individual guest reviews

Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews.

Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.9

The location was close to great shopping and restaurants, the staff were most helpful ,friendly and informative, the temperature in the room was perfect.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.1

Good location and great hotel. Staff friendly and helpful, extremely comfortable bed, very nice restaurants and fitness facility as well.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 3 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.4

Excellent location downtown, the elegant design and staff were quite friendly and allowed us to check in early. Our bed was very comfortable too.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.4

Beautiful view of lake michigan from my window and great hotel stay. Staff were very friendly and my room was light, airy, comfortable and clean.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 3 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.5

Walking to many restaurants and shopping areas is simple and within blocks, the hotel and the rooms are big, the beds are great.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 5.0

Rooms were well sized for a city environment and the staff were very courteous and friendly. The bed was huge and comfortable.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.3

Perfect location, a comfortable stay and the front desk service was just ok.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 3 Service
- 5 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.3

The view of michigan avenue and lake shore drive was beautiful, service was outstanding, everyone was friendly, the room was an average sized room, and was very comfortable.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 4 Service
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.8

The location was perfect to visit the shops on the Magnificent Mile and the Navy Pier, all the staff I encountered were great, my room was large and the bed was comfortable.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.6

Great old fashioned Chicago hotel and very good service. Rooms very spacious clean, very friendly staff in the bar and excellent breakfast.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
- 5 Dining
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.8

All in all a fantastic hotel, service good and the staff is really helpful and the room is clean, quiet and comfortable.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.6

Historical significance of the hotel and the best staff. Good sized room, great restaurant.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.7

Great place to stay and excellent service. Decent bathroom.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.2

Very old, classic luxury hotel, courteous staff and my meal from room service was exquisite.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Rooms
- 3 Service
- 5 Value
Drake Hotel Chicago
Average rating: 4.0

Beautiful atmosphere and a great bartender, friendly staff. The room was clean and the bed comfortable.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 3 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value