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Sofitel Chicago Magnificent MilevsPalmer House a Hilton Hotel
Both Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile and Palmer House A Hilton Hotel are recommended by professionals. Overall, Palmer House A Hilton Hotel scores marginally better than Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile. Palmer House A Hilton Hotel comes in at 89 with approval from 15 reviewers like Atlas Obscura, The Telegraph and Rough Guide.
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile
Michelin Guide
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20 East Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "A fantastic landmark in a city synonymous with stand-out buildings... The hip vibe is immediately felt upon entering the lobby, where towering ceilings and a polished decor set the stylish tone."
Frommer's "The overall feel of the hotel is European modern... All the rooms enjoy good views." Full review
Concierge "Just two blocks off the Magnificent Mile, this Gold Coast sophisticate hosts business travelers and Euro movers and shakers with its seductive lobby and 415 spacious rooms."
OysterLuxury
"The luxurious 415-room Sofitel Chicago, two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, is noteworthy for its sleek modern decor and excellent service." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Paris flirts with the Midwest at Sofitel’s North American flagship property." Full review
Time Out "The radical prism-shaped design of this 32-story building by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier is a striking addition to the Chicago skyline." Full review
Star Service "This place is a vibrant, chic French-flavored operation that will appeal to the stylish romantic in both commercial and leisure travelers." Full review
BlackBook "Jutting out like a ship's prow, the Sofitel is a luxurious hotel that's off-the-beaten-path from the Mag Mile."
Zagat4.3
"“A jewel in the heart of Chicago”, near Michigan Avenue and Oak Street shopping, this “luxurious” member of the French chain offers “high-class" service in "chic” surrounds."
Not For Tourists "Wake-up calls with a French accent promising croissants."
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel Michelin Guide Frommer's
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17 East Monroe Street, Box 75845, Chicago, IL 60603
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "From spacious, attractive, and updated accommodations to fine dining at the lovely Lockwood restaurant, the Palmer House lives as comfortably within the 21st century as it did in the 19th."
Frommer's "The Palmer House caters overwhelmingly to business travelers, but because it's so big, you can snag good deals here when there are no conventions in town." Full review
Fodor's "The epitome of a grande dame, this bustling and massive property in the center of the Loop has a lobby ceiling mural that wows and lots of gold, marble, and tapestry." Full review
Lonely Planet "Today the Palmer House lobby still has an ‘Oh my God’ opulence – Tiffany chandeliers, ceiling frescos – that makes a look-see imperative." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This 1,639-room historic hotel in the Loop has a storied past, and a breathtaking lobby with a painted ceiling and glittering chandeliers." Full review
Rough Guide "One of the city’s most historic hotels, the Palmer House is in the centre of the Loop, and perfect for visits to Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago."
Time Out "The opulent Beaux Arts lobby showcases museum-worthy frescoes and displays a mural by 19th-century artist Louis Pierre Rigal." Full review
Star Service "Situated at State Street, one block from Grant Park, this is the oldest hotel in Chicago, and it claims (as do a dozen others) to be the longest continuously running hotel in North America." Full review
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Avoid rooms with direct views of the building's neighboring brick walls and ask for a high floor with lake view.
Gayot "Although standard rooms tend to run small, they were rejuvenated with the Palmer House's history in mind, so that each is individually decorated with turn-of-the-century details and art."
BlackBook "The updated Palmer House features more comfortable and contemporary rooms, a new spa, the Lockwood Restaurant, while preserving what Chicagoans loved most about the historic hotel."
