Fairmont Chicago Millennium ParkvstheWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park is preferred by most reviewers compared to theWit - A DoubleTree by Hilton. Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park scores 87 with endorsements from 13 reviews including Lonely Planet, Not For Tourists and Michelin Guide.
Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park Show All Reviews
200 N. Columbus Dr., Chicago, IL 60601
From $146/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Whether you're here with family or to honeymoon with your new honey, this exquisite property provides the perfect vacation refuge."
Frommer's
"The grand circular lobby sets the Fairmont's tone: upscale and lavish rather than cozy and personal." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Add an excellent Asian restaurant, a wine bar, a spa, and stunning design by David Rockwell, and you've got one of Chicago's most luxurious hotels in this price range." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Following a $50 million renovation by renowned architect David Rockwell, the Fairmont Chicago has established itself as one of the Loop’s most popular hotels." Full review
Time Out
"A feeling a refined romance pervades in these cushy digs: oversized bathroom, seperate dressing rooms, fluffy robes and in-room spa services complete with Champagne and choclate-covered strawberries." Full review
Star Service
"Set within a vast residential, commercial and retail complex overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan, this hotel is one of the better deluxe values in Chicago." Full review
Gayot
"Long on amenities, this hotel features 687 good-sized, good-looking rooms and posh public spaces."
Zagat
4.3
"This “elegant” conference hotel is “close to everything yet quieter than staying on Michigan Avenue”, and has “spacious”, clean-lined rooms and suites with “gorgeous” marble bathrooms."
Not For Tourists
"Luxe rooms overlooking Lake Michigan at the mouth of the river."
Jetsetter
"Luxe downtown sleep near Chicago's main attractions with three restaurants and a spa." Full review
theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel Show All Reviews
201 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60601
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Michelin Guide
"There's definitely a bit of whimsy at The Wit... ultra-modern in both design and decor."
Concierge
"Located a block south of the Chicago River, on the edge of the theater district, the Wit is Doubletree's successful entrée into the cluster of Chicago hotels... aiming to be one-stop nonstop entertainment complexes."
Fodor's
"The atmosphere at this sleek spot, topped by ROOF, one of the Loop's most happening bars around, is fun and youthful." Full review
Insight Guides
"The first hotel in a budding chainlet by Doubletree, theWit balances the efficiency of a business hotel with a warm, vacation-style mindset."
Condé Nast Traveler
"This smart downtown hotel on reviving State Street combines business traveler essentials with a buzzy scene and quirky touches like recorded birdsong in the hallways." Full review
Time Out
"Right in the heart of the Theatre District, this hotel offers rooms with scenic views of the Loop. The hotel features on-site dining, a rooftop bar, a spa and fitness center." Full review
Star Service
"An admirable effort from a chain not usually known for its fetching urban character, and there are enough twists and turns to this place that make it entertaining as well as comfortable." Full review
BlackBook
"Designed by Chicago architect Jackie Koo with interiors done by Cheryl Rowley, the Wit holds 238 rooms and enough killer views to make Sears seem superfluous."
Zagat
4.2
"This "trendy" Loop spot sports a neon lightning bolt down the facade and has more of a boutique sensibility than a typical Doubletree, but still offers the trademark "warm cookie at check-in"."
Travel + Leisure
"This high-energy, artsy boutique hotel has it all: spacious, bright rooms with a view; state-of-the- art technology; plush bedding and a spa-inspired bathroom stocked with amenities." Full review