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Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph CollectionvsThe Drake

Both The Drake Hotel and Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection are highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, The Drake Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection. The Drake Hotel ranks #11 in Chicago with endorsements from 15 reviewers such as oyster.com, Michelin Guide and Jetsetter.

Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection
8/10
333 N. Dearborn, State and Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60654
From $95/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Bring your lover and leave your work behind when you check into the SAX."
Frommer's Frommer's
"If you're looking for a hotel that combines unique style with high-tech perks, head for the Hotel Sax." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"More is more at Chicago's new music industry hot spot... extroverted both stylistically and socially."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Visitors to Chicago would be hard-pressed to find a more chic or tech-savvy place than the Sax." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Fluff up your best feather boa and head for the bar – the crystal-drenched chandeliers and deep-tufted red velvet sofas would make any high-class madam feel right at home."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This 354-room hotel is centrally located right on the river, minutes from The Loop, and across the street from the iconic House of Blues." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
74.4
"More is more at Chicago’s music industry hot spot (formerly the House of Blues hotel), extroverted both stylistically and socially." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"In 2007 this 353-room hotel was fully renovated... the revamped image brought Moulin Rouge-inspired Crimson Lounge, a high-tech entertainment lounge and an east-west fusion décor." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This style-conscious hotel...is now a Marriott hybrid that operates as a fusion of the PG-13 style found at Kimpton's Allegro and Monaco hotels with that of the artier, edgier, modern The James." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Brightly decorated folk-art themed room."
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The Drake
8/10
140 E. Walton Place, Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL 60611
From $101/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1920, the grande dame of Chicago hotels stands tall where Michigan Avenue and Lake Shore Drive intersect in Chicago's swanky Gold Coast." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Opened in 1920, the Drake keeps pace with the polished neighborhood, right off the Magnificent Mile."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The grande dame commands a striking location at the north end of Michigan Ave, near Oak St Beach." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 535-room Drake Hotel is a historic property on upscale Magnificent Mile and one of Chicago’s grande dames." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Drake is the grande dame of Chicago hotels, with a prime location, storied history, white-glove service, and of course a distinguished guest list." Full review
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Try to score a room facing north or east for unobstructed views of the lake and Lake Michigan’s Oak Street Beach.
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Chicago’s society hotel, just off the Magnificent Mile, has been modernized without sacrificing its sedate charms."
Time Out Time Out
"A traditional "old money" stomping ground favored by Chicago socialites and celebrities, this stately icon exudes old-school style." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This place competes with the InterContinental and Palmer House Hilton for the honor of Chicago's most iconic historic hotel." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"With sweeping views of Lake Michigan, this handsome hotel is an historic landmark that was built in 1920."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The grande dame of Chicago hotels, this luxurious Michigan Avenue destination still attracts luminaries from all over the world."
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