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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, ChicagovsKinzie Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Kinzie Hotel ranks slightly better than Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel. Kinzie Hotel scores 86 with positive reviews from 13 reviewers like Star Service, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago
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221 N. Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
From $188/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Blu is well placed in the city, within easy striking distance of both Millennium Park and North Michigan Avenue."
Fodor's "With design savvy inside as well as out, this gem has generously sized rooms and so many amenities and so much outdoor space that it feels like an upscale resort in the heart of downtown." Full review
Star Service "This state-of-the-art hotel—the first Radisson Blu to open in North America—occupies the lower 18 floors of the Aqua Tower in Chicago's Loop, just north of Millennium Park.
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Gayot "This iconic tower in downtown Chicago houses 334 stylish rooms, including fifteen king suites, two Lakeshore suites and the Aqua two-bedroom Presidential Suite."
Condé Nast Traveler "Set inside an undulating, 82-story skyscraper designed by architect Jeanne Gang, this hotel takes Scandinavian design to rather sleek heights, even if it only occupies the first 18 floors." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Dramatic, undulating architecture signals you're in for a beyond-the-norm experience here." Full review
Jetsetter "Design-forward highrise hotel with two pools, an impressive art collection and Italian eats ideally located between the Chicago River and Millennium Park." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The hotel has a solid lineup of features, including a chic on-site Italian restaurant, a huge fitness center, a seasonal rooftop pool and bar, and a game room." Full review
Afar Magazine "The hotel is also a half hour cab ride from Midway Airport. I couldn't have asked for anything else on my stay. This was worth the splurge!" Full review
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Ipads are in all rooms for navigation and any requests you need.
Frommer's "This LEED-Silver certified building is, hands-down, the most beautiful high rise to be built in Chicago in the last decade." Full review
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About half of the rooms have balconies (a Chicago rarity) so request one; there’s no extra charge.
Kinzie Hotel Concierge
Time Out Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Jetsetter Oyster Show All Reviews
20 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Don't be put off by pretension at this River North hipster hotel."
Time Out "The 215-room Amalfi welcomes guests by sitting them down at an individual check-in desk with an 'experience designer,' who might suggest a complimentary Amalfitini cocktail." Full review
Star Service "The hotel's new motto, “We Get It,” points to the youthful and positive attitude you'll discover here." Full review
Gayot "Residing in the downtown River North district, this hotel places travelers in a terrific location near the Merchandise Mart."
BlackBook "They call their concierge staff experience designers, and it just gets better from there at this boutique hotel with sweeping views of the city."
Zagat4.0
"At this “trendy” River North boutique with a "convenient" location that puts guests "in the middle of the action", check-in begins with a sit-down with a personal concierge to plan your Chicago stay."
Fodor's "With popular magazines on the desks and well-worn books on the shelves, this well-situated hot spot aims for a residential feel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Formerly the Amalfi Hotel." Full review
Jetsetter "Chicago’s newest glamazon mixes Windy City history with modern design in posh River North."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Kinzie Hotel is a modern, sleek property, which, despite its having more than 200 rooms, has the ambience of a boutique hotel." Full review
