InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, an IHG HotelvsACME Hotel Company
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. Overall, InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile ranks significantly higher than ACME Hotel Company Chicago. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile scores 89 with positive reviews from 13 reviewers such as Zagat, Gayot and Frommer's.
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, an IHG Hotel Show All Reviews
505 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"More comfortable than swanky... On the cutting edge of environmental awareness and has won awards for its eco-friendly practices." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This 790-room behemoth right on the Magnificent Mile mixes historic charm... with the lackluster contemporary decor of an upscale chain." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The result is an opulent wonderland of terracotta fountains, hand-painted murals, marble mosaics and a 12,000-pound Baccarat crystal chandelier." Full review
Star Service
"Built by the Shriners as the Medinah Athletic Club, this place is a tourist attraction all its own, with sightseers occasionally rubbernecking through the public areas on self-guided audio tours. " Full review
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The location here on the Magnificent Mile is hard to beat, but be sure to request a corner Michigan Avenue-facing room in the Historic tower.
BlackBook
"Acting as the right aorta in the shopping heart of Chicago, it's the only downtown hotel with a front entrance to the Magnificent Mile."
Zagat
4.0
"This “beautiful” renovated historic hotel with a "convenient" Michigan Avenue location is the “perfect marriage of old and new” and features a “gorgeous” four-story lobby with tapestries."
Time Out
"Complete with an Indiana limestone facade, embellished with relief sculptures and a golden dome at its pinnacle, the building became in instant architectural marvel. " Full review
Not For Tourists
"We love the chocolate and wine bar."
Gayot
"This building was constructed in 1929 and was returned to its original architectural grandeur by the InterContinental chain in 1990."
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The exquisite lobby is the showpiece of the Intercontinental... Though not as grand, the accommodations are decorated in the same old-world vein." Full review
ACME Hotel Company Show All Reviews
15 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611
From $76/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Jetsetter
"Post-industrial posh hipster haven steps from Chicago’s best, shopping and nightlife." Full review
Rough Guide
"This high-rise chain hotel is given considerable charm by its restored Art Deco lobby."
Star Service
"Housekeepers and front desk staff go out of their way to impress guests at this endearing boutique-hotel that is a more approachable version of the quartet of Chicago Kimptons." Full review
Gayot
"What does the perfect hotel look like? ACME Hotel Company is the Millennial generation's answer."
Zagat
"In a "prime location" in River North, this "funky" boutique hotel offers contemporary rooms that are "both visually appealing and designed for comfort"."
Travel + Leisure
"Hipsters unite at this trendy hotel that promises to “blow your mind, not your wallet.”" Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The ACME Hotel is a boutique in River North aimed at a crowd that's looking for character." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This boutique hotel in Chicago's River North neighborhood has a techy bent: In addition to free Wi-Fi, the hotel offers pairs of Google Glass for rent to its guests." Full review
Time Out
"Acme Hotel Company Chicago is set just steps away from the Mag Mile and nightlife on State Street." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Along with groovy decor and a buzzy location, the Acme has all the accoutrements for the modern urban hipster." Full review