Sofitel Chicago Magnificent MilevsHotel Lincoln, JdV by Hyatt
Both hotels are praised by experts. On balance, Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile scores significantly higher than Hotel Lincoln, a Joie de Vivre Hotel. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile comes in at 88 with accolades from 16 publications including Jetsetter, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile Show All Reviews
20 East Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"A fantastic landmark in a city synonymous with stand-out buildings... The hip vibe is immediately felt upon entering the lobby, where towering ceilings and a polished decor set the stylish tone."
Frommer's
"The overall feel of the hotel is European modern... All the rooms enjoy good views." Full review
Concierge
"Just two blocks off the Magnificent Mile, this Gold Coast sophisticate hosts business travelers and Euro movers and shakers with its seductive lobby and 415 spacious rooms."
Oyster
Luxury
"The luxurious 415-room Sofitel Chicago, two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, is noteworthy for its sleek modern decor and excellent service." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Paris flirts with the Midwest at Sofitel’s North American flagship property." Full review
Time Out
"The radical prism-shaped design of this 32-story building by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier is a striking addition to the Chicago skyline." Full review
Star Service
"This place is a vibrant, chic French-flavored operation that will appeal to the stylish romantic in both commercial and leisure travelers." Full review
BlackBook
"Jutting out like a ship's prow, the Sofitel is a luxurious hotel that's off-the-beaten-path from the Mag Mile."
Zagat
4.3
"“A jewel in the heart of Chicago”, near Michigan Avenue and Oak Street shopping, this “luxurious” member of the French chain offers “high-class" service in "chic” surrounds."
Not For Tourists
"Wake-up calls with a French accent promising croissants."
Hotel Lincoln, JdV by Hyatt Show All Reviews
1816 North Clark, Chicago, IL 60614
From $67/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Directly across from Lincoln Park, this historic property has a fresh, cool, kitschy vibe but feels authentic thanks to details like the original Hotel Lincoln sign in the lobby." Full review
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For the best views, ask for a room on the ninth floor or above, facing east toward the park and the lake.
Jetsetter
"Freewheeling, neighborhoody stay in a 1920s Lincoln Park building with seasonal eats from a Michelin-starred chef." Full review
Star Service
"JDV's Chicago entrant is a wonderful, well-rounded option, and the understated, self-effacing accommodations are a glove-fit for their first Midwestern location. " Full review
Gayot
"Joie de Vivreâs Chicago hotel venture is an ultramodern hangout for guests wanting to experience the Windy Cityâs trendy Lincoln Park neighborhood."
BlackBook
"Outside the bustle of the city, this Lincoln Park hotel offers a quirky, vintage-looking stay but in a newly renovated building."
Frommer's
"Not only is Hotel Lincoln plopped in one of the best neighborhood locations in town... it’s also among the most fun, lighthearted, and quirky hotels in Chicago." Full review
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Request a room on floors nine and up for the best lake views (you’ll pay about $40 more for it), and be sure to pop up to the J.
The Telegraph
8.0
"Hotel Lincoln is an oddball, but in all the best ways." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Hotel Lincoln, a Joie de Vivre Hotel is a hip and stylish property with a boutique feel despite having almost 200 rooms." Full review
Time Out
"The complete overhaul of this 12-story Lincoln Park hotel (formerly a Days Inn) has been years in the making, and it looks as if it’s been worth the wait." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Funky neighborhood hotel with a relaxed vibe befitting its locale next to Lincoln Park and the Lincoln Park Zoo." Full review