The DrakevsHyatt Regency McCormick Place
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, The Drake, A Hilton Hotel scores significantly higher than Hyatt Regency McCormick Place. The Drake, A Hilton Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 90 with endorsements from 16 reviewers including DK Eyewitness, Rough Guide and BlackBook.
The Drake Show All Reviews
140 E. Walton Place, Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL 60611
From $101/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
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
"Opened in 1920, the Drake keeps pace with the polished neighborhood, right off the Magnificent Mile."
Lonely Planet
"The grande dame commands a striking location at the north end of Michigan Ave, near Oak St Beach." Full review
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
"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
i
Try to score a room facing north or east for unobstructed views of the lake and Lake Michigan’s Oak Street Beach.
Rough Guide
"Chicago’s society hotel, just off the Magnificent Mile, has been modernized without sacrificing its sedate charms."
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
"This place competes with the InterContinental and Palmer House Hilton for the honor of Chicago's most iconic historic hotel." Full review
Gayot
"With sweeping views of Lake Michigan, this handsome hotel is an historic landmark that was built in 1920."
DK Eyewitness
"The grande dame of Chicago hotels, this luxurious Michigan Avenue destination still attracts luminaries from all over the world."
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
2233 South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Chicago, IL 60616
From $93/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Star Service
"Leisure travelers seeking an intimate refuge will find the exact opposite here, except when there are no conventions or Chicago Bears games; at those times, the hotel resembles a ghost town." Full review
i
Avoid the lowest floors, which lack views.
Gayot
"Rooms are very pleasantly decorated, and many offer terrific views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline."
Zagat
3.7
"An “excellent choice for a convention stay”, this "classy" chain outpost connected to McCormick Place convention center throws in such business perks as free WiFi for one device."
Oyster
Upscale
"Located on the near South Side of Chicago, the Hyatt Regency is far from most of Chicago's attractions and is not within walking distance to any notable shopping, restaurants, or nightlife." Full review
Jetsetter
"Lakefront mega-hotel for biz and leisure travelers alike with skyline views and an impressive health club." Full review
Time Out
"The only hotel adjoining McCormick Place, this Hyatt offers 800 rooms to convention-going patrons." Full review
Frommer's
"Rising 33 stories from Chicago's sprawling convention center, the Hyatt Regency is often solidly booked during trade shows and meetings." Full review
i
The average-size rooms are decorated in standard business-hotel style; if you can, request one on the north side, which features panoramic views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan.
Lonely Planet
"If you’re manning a show booth at McCormick Place, you can’t beat the short walk to your bed in this attached hotel." Full review