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InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, an IHG HotelvsKimpton Hotel Monaco Chicago

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Chicago are both rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile ranks marginally better than Kimpton Hotel Monaco Chicago. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile scores 89 with approval from 13 reviews including Gayot, Not For Tourists and Lonely Planet.

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, an IHG Hotel
8/10
505 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
From $118/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"More comfortable than swanky... On the cutting edge of environmental awareness and has won awards for its eco-friendly practices." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This 790-room behemoth right on the Magnificent Mile mixes historic charm... with the lackluster contemporary decor of an upscale chain." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The result is an opulent wonderland of terracotta fountains, hand-painted murals, marble mosaics and a 12,000-pound Baccarat crystal chandelier." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Built by the Shriners as the Medinah Athletic Club, this place is a tourist attraction all its own, with sightseers occasionally rubbernecking through the public areas on self-guided audio tours. " Full review
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The location here on the Magnificent Mile is hard to beat, but be sure to request a corner Michigan Avenue-facing room in the Historic tower.
BlackBook BlackBook
"Acting as the right aorta in the shopping heart of Chicago, it's the only downtown hotel with a front entrance to the Magnificent Mile."
Zagat Zagat
4.0
"This “beautiful” renovated historic hotel with a "convenient" Michigan Avenue location is the “perfect marriage of old and new” and features a “gorgeous” four-story lobby with tapestries."
Time Out Time Out
"Complete with an Indiana limestone facade, embellished with relief sculptures and a golden dome at its pinnacle, the building became in instant architectural marvel. " Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"We love the chocolate and wine bar."
Gayot Gayot
"This building was constructed in 1929 and was returned to its original architectural grandeur by the InterContinental chain in 1990."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The exquisite lobby is the showpiece of the Intercontinental... Though not as grand, the accommodations are decorated in the same old-world vein." Full review
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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Chicago
8/10
225 N Wabash, Chicago, IL 60601
From $94/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The staff, from the first greeting by the doorman to the efficient and helpful front desk clerks, seems genuinely concerned with guests' comfort." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This boutique hotel deftly manages to straddle the line between fun and conservative... Attracts a younger clientele, with an overall vibe that is laid-back and friendly." Full review
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If you're taller than average, you can request a Tall Room, with longer beds.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Guest rooms reflect the hotel's global chic aesthetic, with steamer-trunk nightstands and Moroccan lamps." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Guests don't have sacrifice personal touches for convenience at this downtown Loop boutique hotel, which overlooks the Chicago River." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Monaco’s facilities and location have made it popular with business travelers, but this funky Kimpton hotel rewards those who are simply here to relax." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This hotel earns praise for both its constant maintenance and hard-working staff. The hotel is a looker, dressed with bold designer appointments and daring colors." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"The French-deco decor smacks of good taste and has that polished not-lived-in-yet look."
BlackBook BlackBook
"The old-school gothic lettering of its logo on the front of the building belies the lack of pretention at this boutique four-star Loop hotel."
Zagat Zagat
4.3
"This "fun" Kimpton property is a “great alternative to the main chains”, with a “welcoming” staff that displays “Midwestern charm” and hosts a complimentary wine reception each evening."
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Hip boutique hotel run by the Kimpton Group."
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