The Royal Sonesta Chicago River NorthvsACME Hotel Company
Both properties are praised by expert writers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago scores marginally higher than ACME Hotel Company Chicago. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago comes in at 85 with accolades from 13 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Frommer's.
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Show All Reviews
505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
From $87/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Pool
Michelin Guide
"The sparkling Palomar brings innovation, style, and panache to the Windy City."
Frommer's
"The Palomar's contemporary-cool look and eclectic decorative details put it firmly in boutique hotel territory, but its indoor pool and attached deck set it apart from the competition." Full review
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Fodor's
"In the middle of one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods and close to Rush Street nightlife, this trendy hot spot delivers solid rooms and excellent cuisine." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 261-room Hotel Palomar is one of the best Kimpton hotels in the city, and the only one in River North, near the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Star Service
"Has evolved into one of the city's favorite hotels for its ability to combine cool coastal style with a Midwesterner's utter lack of pretension." Full review
Gayot
"This 261-room hotel is located in River North, the artistic hub of downtown Chicago."
BlackBook
"Boutique hotel gussied up by SF-based designer Orlando Diaz-Azcuy, featuring 17 floors and 261 rooms in smart colors and chic lines."
Travel + Leisure
"This low-key hotel goes the extra mile to make families feel welcome (even including in-room child safety kits)." Full review
Time Out
"Fido and Fluffy are welcome to stay at this posh River North hotel, which is home to Sable Kitchen & Bar." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Fun and a little bit funky, this 17-floor boutique hotel celebrates art and doesn’t shy away from daring colors." 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