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Thompson ChicagovsThe Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Thompson Chicago, a Thompson Hotel and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago are both praised by professional travelers. On balance, Thompson Chicago, a Thompson Hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago. Thompson Chicago, a Thompson Hotel comes in at 87 with endorsements from 14 sources such as Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and Frommer's.

Thompson Chicago
8/10
21 E. Bellevue Place, Chicago, IL 60611
From $125/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Chicago’s Gold Coast glamour pad, with high-tech rooms and a much anticipated eatery." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Walking into one of the all-business guest rooms might just remind you of a man’s suit... the contemporary decor is accented by Robert Mapplethorpe’s floral photos." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Located just north of the Sofitel and Waldorf Astoria, this sexy hotel provides more cosmopolitan flair than anything you'll find in the city's cache of Kimpton properties." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"When it opens in summer 2013, this property --- formerly The Sutton Place Hotel --- will blend in perfectly with its luxe surroundings in Chicago's affluent Gold Coast neighborhood."
Frommer's Frommer's
"As I write this, The Thompson is the “it” place in Chicago, thanks to its quirky cool design, plus the popular onsite restaurant, Nico Osteria." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Four things really stand out at the Windy City’s 247-room Thompson hotel: the superlative service, the location... the rooms... and, most of all, the restaurant." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Previously Sutton Place Hotel Chicago." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 247 spacious rooms are equally elegant, with beautiful bathrooms and lots of high-end amenities." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"It offers a winning combination of modern-retro style, a home-away-from-home ambience, attentive service, and value for money." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Clean mid-century design and effortless luxury in the heart of Chicago, the Thompson Hotel Chicago is a boutique centrepiece of the Gold Coast neighborhood." Full review
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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
8/10
505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
From $87/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The sparkling Palomar brings innovation, style, and panache to the Windy City."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Palomar's contemporary-cool look and eclectic decorative details put it firmly in boutique hotel territory, but its indoor pool and attached deck set it apart from the competition." Full review
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Request one of the upgraded corner rooms for maximum light.
Fodor's Fodor's
"In the middle of one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods and close to Rush Street nightlife, this trendy hot spot delivers solid rooms and excellent cuisine." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 261-room Hotel Palomar is one of the best Kimpton hotels in the city, and the only one in River North, near the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Has evolved into one of the city's favorite hotels for its ability to combine cool coastal style with a Midwesterner's utter lack of pretension." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This 261-room hotel is located in River North, the artistic hub of downtown Chicago."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Boutique hotel gussied up by SF-based designer Orlando Diaz-Azcuy, featuring 17 floors and 261 rooms in smart colors and chic lines."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This low-key hotel goes the extra mile to make families feel welcome (even including in-room child safety kits)." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Fido and Fluffy are welcome to stay at this posh River North hotel, which is home to Sable Kitchen & Bar." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Fun and a little bit funky, this 17-floor boutique hotel celebrates art and doesn’t shy away from daring colors." Full review
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