Chicago Hotels - United States, US

Howard Johnson Downtown
 

The Howard Johnson Downtown, Chicago, Ill., is located less than 12 miles from Chicago Midway Airport and within three miles of both Northwestern University the University of Illinois at Chicago campuses. Guests of the two-story Howard Johnson Downtown are invited to dine at Café Luna, serving American favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a family-friendly, casual atmosphere. On-site parking is complimentary. The hotel's 71 contemporary guestrooms are accessible via exterior corridors and those on the upper levels are reachable by stairways. Rooms at the Howard Johnson Downtown feature coffeemakers and cable television.

Chicago Athletic Association
 

Location. Located across from Chicago's Millennium Park, in the hub of the Loop business district and 30 miles from O'Hare International Airport, is the Chicago Athletic Association. A wide selection of fine restaurants, inspiring art galleries including the Art Institute, world-famous shopping along Michigan Avenue and State Street, and nightlife are all within five miles of the hotel. Hotel Features. Upon entering the luxurious lobby of the Chicago Athletic Association, guests are surrounded in wood-paneled elegance and architectural splendor. Dedicated to the development of atmosphere where physical fitness and corporate networking are partnered, the 24-hour fitness center features a six-lane lap pool with a spa tub, sauna and steam room. The is also a selection of cardiovascular and strength training equipment, a boxing ring, fencing area, sports courts and a golfing center. The hotel offers a modern business center with wireless Internet access. Laundry services are also available. Chefs of the Chicago Athletic Association Restaurant prepare traditional American favorites served daily in an elegant, Gothic-style setting overlooking scenic Millennium Park. After a long day, guest can relax in The Cherry Circle, where the cocktails are cold and the welcome is warm. Guestrooms. The 50 contemporary guestrooms of the Chicago Athletic Association feature cable television, desks with multi-line telephones and wireless Internet access. Private baths include vanity space and complimentary toiletries. Room service is available during weekdays. Expert Tip. Guests can simply leave there shoes with an attendant for shoe shine service available weekdays for a fee.

Renaissance Chicago Hotel
 

Location. Overlooking the Chicago River, the 27-story Renaissance Chicago Hotel's premier location at the corner of State and Wacker provides guests access to some of the best the Windy City has to offer. Positioned at the edge of the Loop, Chicago's central business district, this hotel is three blocks from shopping on Michigan Avenue, and within one mile of the John Hancock Center, Sears Tower and Art Institute of Chicago. Hotel Features. The Renaissance Chicago Hotel lobby has distinguishing features that include sparkling chandeliers and a private rooftop terrace offering commanding views of the city. Two stone lions greet guests at the lobby's entrance and a grand staircase leads to the Great Street Restaurant, serving American fare three meals daily. Music and martinis in the Lobby Court Lounge are enhanced by a selection of light hors d'oeuvres mid-afternoons through late evenings, while the Renaissance Café serves Starbucks and Krispy Kreme donuts throughout the day. This luxury hotel has a sky lit indoor pool with spa tub and sauna, along with a 24-hour health club. An on-site spa treatment room features therapeutic services. Flexible meeting space, event catering and Kinko's business center are also available.Guestrooms. Featuring dark wood furniture and pillowtop mattresses with down comforters, each of the 553 recently guestrooms at the Renaissance Chicago Hotel were designed to promote peace of mind. Minibars and bathrobes, designer toiletries and high-speed Internet access are room standards. Executive guestroom upgrades include complimentary breakfasts and evening receptions. Refrigerators and microwave ovens may be available upon request. Expert Tip. Chicago's Buckingham fountain at Grant Park is modeled after Latona Fountain in Versailles. See the fountain's dazzling colored light show nightly.

The Westin Chicago River North
 

Location. Overlooking the Chicago River, the Westin Chicago River North is within walking distance of Chicago's central business district, "The Loop." This high-rise hotel is within one mile of shopping and fine dining venues of the Magnificent Mile. Sports enthusiasts appreciate the hotel's proximity to Soldier Field, Comiskey Park and Wrigley Field. Hotel Features. The Westin Chicago River North welcomes guests to a sunken lobby with low, comfortable sofas and sleek furnishings. Vases of elegant orchids, Asian-style artwork and a cascading fountain create serene, quiet sitting areas. The hotel features a modern fitness center offering personal training and locker rooms with saunas for a fee. The hotel offers complimentary passes to an indoor pool located at a sister-hotel just five blocks away. The Westin Chicago River North features a multilingual staff, secretarial services and a fee-based business center. The hotel has 28,000-square-feet of flexible meeting space and provides complimentary wireless Internet access in public areas. Chefs at The Ember Grille serve American cuisine with fire-roasted specialties in a casual atmosphere. The Hana Lounge features a sushi bar and cocktails for lunch and dinner daily. Guestrooms. The 424 stylish guestrooms of The Westin Chicago River North are decorated in contemporary elegance and feature bathrooms with two massaging showerheads, plush bathrobes and oversized Brazilian-combed cotton bath towels. Premium bedding includes pillowtop mattresses and down comforters. Each guestroom includes cable television with gaming consoles, desks, minibars and laptop compatible in-room safes. High-speed Internet access is available for a fee. Expert Tip. Buddy Guy's on South Wabash St. features some of the best in national blues acts. Not a tourist trap as rumored around town, this live music spot is frequented by members of the Rolling Stones who make surprise stage appearances.

House Of Blues Hotel
 

Location. Nestled in the Marina City complex next to the famous House of Blues nightclub, the House of Blues hotel in Chicago, Ill., thrives with a rock 'n' roll ambience, offering guests a 15-story music-themed luxury experience. Just north of the Loop and steps away from theaters and shopping, the hotel is within 18 miles of O'Hare International Airport. Hotel Features. An eclectic mix of Moroccan and Goth Art motifs spills into the House of Blues hotel decor. Wild carpets pave the way for brightly painted luggage carts to maneuver throughout this out-of-the-ordinary hotel lobby complete with a golden Buddha. A Sunday Gospel lunch-brunch and good vibrations from the hotel's dining areas come from Bin 36, featuring five-course tasting menus of inventive American cuisine and a breakfast bar with espressos, as well as the nationally acclaimed steakhouse, Smith Wollensky's. Evenings can be spent lounging under Moroccan-style tents at Kaz Bar include cocktails and live entertainment weekends, while the hotel's concert hall sounds-off to blues, hip-hop and classic rock music year-round. The hotel hosts flexible meeting spaces for events, and business services are offered on site. Additional fees apply for use of a high-tech fitness club complete with boxing gym and spa. The building also houses a 36-lane bowling alley. Guestrooms. Synonymous with the hotel's rock 'n' roll theme, 367 guestrooms at House of Blues are patterned in a vivid kaleidoscope of color and design. Premium bedding draped in polka-dotted bedspreads, leopard-print settees, crushed velvet chairs and minibars stocked with snacks and harmonicas are guestroom standards. Rooms are also equipped with high-speed Internet access and CD players stocked with music. Expert Tip. Hotel guests jump ahead in line to purchase hotel-sponsored concert tickets by flashing their room key. Members-only hotel access is also granted for guests via the concierge desk.

Hard Rock Hotel Chicago
 

Location. Trendsetting Hard Rock Hotel Chicago, Ill., is one of the city's newest architectural icons. Located in the landmark Carbide and Carbon Building, this hotel boasts a Michigan Avenue address and offers astonishing views of the skyline, Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile. Hotel Features. Unparalleled service and a musically-inspired atmosphere welcome guests to this hotel. Boxy sofas, black- lacquered coffee tables and music fill the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago's sophisticated lobby, as do rock memorabilia from music superstars past and present. State-of-the-art technology and cutting edge design set the hotel's tone for an unforgettable guest experience. Complimentary high-speed Internet access, a 24-hour business center and fitness center, valet parking and meeting facilities featuring plasma screens, digital sound and the only balcony situated above Michigan Avenue are found at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago. Hotel dining options include decadent BASE Bar, an upscale lobby-style lounge delivering sophisticated bar-style fare and signature drinks late nights. The China Grill restaurant serves a daring combination of stylish atmosphere and dramatically presented world cuisine. Guests can use the hotel concierge to arrange for activities located off-site. Guestrooms. Guestrooms deliver a variety of fashion-forward experiences - from contemporary styles and exotic furnishings to musically inspired décor and awe-inspiring city and river views. Guestrooms are complete with terry cloth robes, designer toiletries and a refreshment center. Complimentary guestroom amenities include a home-theater entertainment center, newspaper delivery, Internet access and designer coffee/tea. Expert Tip. The Carbide and Carbon Building housing the hotel was built in 1929 and, according to legend, was designed to resemble a dark green champagne bottle. The building's old lobby on Michigan Avenue has been preserved to serve as the hotel's elevator lobby, while the building's north side has been restored to house the hotel's main lobby.