Swissotel ChicagovsHotel Lincoln, JdV by Hyatt
Both properties are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Swissotel Chicago is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Lincoln, a Joie de Vivre Hotel. Swissotel Chicago scores 76 with accolades from 8 publications like Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Jetsetter.
Swissotel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
From $105/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"The Swissôtel's triangular Harry Weese design allows for panoramic vistas of the city, lake, or river—and the comfortable, contemporary rooms feel like condos, with marble bathrooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Swiss efficiency in downtown Chicago with services geared for business travelers (there's a new 38,000-square-foot event center)." Full review
Jetsetter
"Refined Swiss sophistication, crisp service and unmatched views of the Windy City and Lake Michigan." Full review
Time Out
"The hotel is a thoroughly high-tech operation, from the ergonomically designed furniture to the 42nd-floor state-of-the-art fitness center offering jaw-dropping views of Lake Michigan." Full review
Star Service
"At Illinois Center, next door to the larger, bustling Hyatt and across the river from the Sheraton, this Swiss treat is a standout when it comes to location and views from the amenity-rich guest rooms." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel's decor manages to be both modern and warm at the same time, with a chic limestone-floored lobby and cool, inviting colors throughout."
Zagat
4.5
"“Modern and comfy” rooms showcase “killer views” of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan at this “outstanding” “customer-oriented” property that remains “European at its core.”"
Frommer's
"Gorgeous views on all sides, including the lake to the east. The rooms are more practical than plush, with large work desks and lots of natural light coming in from the windows" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Water vistas are just part of the attraction at this triangular-shaped, mirrored-glass high-rise at the confluence of river and lake." Full review
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