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W Chicago - City CentervsThe Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago ranks slightly higher than W Chicago - City Center. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago ranks #25 in Chicago with praise from 13 publications such as Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and goop.
W Chicago - City Center
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Oyster
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172 West Adams, Chicago, IL 60603
From $153/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"If you're the loll-around-in-bed type, this is a great place to do it; the super-comfy beds feature cushiony pillow-top mattresses, soft duvets, and mounds of pillows." Full review
"Details from the former 1929 Beaux Arts gentleman's club can be seen in the lobby's vaulted arches and gold-leaf ceiling, although a 2009 renovation added thoroughly modern touches."
"Employees all wear black at this hip hotel where the soaring ‘living room’ (lobby/bar) feels a little like a dance club, especially when the DJ gets going." Full review
Upscale
"The 368-room W City Center features a funky blend of neoclassical and modern design styles." Full review
"This stunning Beaux Arts building, which started out as a private men’s club in 1929, has been transformed into one of Starwood’s sleek W Hotels." Full review
"This trendy design-conscious icon appeals to the yuppie in all of us, an edgy, attitude-prone, design-driven commercial house, pitched to young up-and-comers." Full review
"Recreated as a luxury hotel in 2002, and expanded with 35 new guest rooms in 2012, this property sits in the heart of Chicago's well-known Loop business district, near Willis Tower."
"Stylish rooms with 250 thread-count sheets, wraparound couches, a CD library, and W spa robes prepare you for high-end hobnobbing at people-watching mecca Whiskey Blue."
4.2
"This "swank", “trendy” choice in the usually staid Loop looks “more like a nightclub than a hotel”, with a “funky vibe” that's “geared toward a young” clientele."
"With a lobby that feels like a club, and spacious high-tech rooms done up in graphite and cream, this financial district hotel welcomes a lively crowd along with business travelers." Full review
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
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505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
From $87/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Pool
"The sparkling Palomar brings innovation, style, and panache to the Windy City."
"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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"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
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
"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
"This 261-room hotel is located in River North, the artistic hub of downtown Chicago."
"Boutique hotel gussied up by SF-based designer Orlando Diaz-Azcuy, featuring 17 floors and 261 rooms in smart colors and chic lines."
"This low-key hotel goes the extra mile to make families feel welcome (even including in-room child safety kits)." Full review
"Fido and Fluffy are welcome to stay at this posh River North hotel, which is home to Sable Kitchen & Bar." Full review
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