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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, ChicagovsThe Godfrey Hotel Chicago
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. On balance, The Godfrey Hotel Chicago is preferred by most reviewers compared to Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel. The Godfrey Hotel Chicago comes in at #24 in Chicago with praise from 11 reviews such as Frommer's, Oyster and The Telegraph.
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.
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago Star Service Gayot Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure Oyster
Time Out Jetsetter The Telegraph Fodor's Frommer's Show All Reviews
127 West Huron at LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654
From $98/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Star Service "All units are stocked with minibars, safes, iPod docks, free Wi-Fi, 46-inch flat-screen TVs with movies, thermostats and blackout drapes." Full review
Gayot "Celebrated for its unique architecture, it's best described as "distinctive," both inside and out."
Condé Nast Traveler "Within The Godfrey Hotel Chicago’s 16-story cubist framework are 194 guestrooms and 27 one-bedroom suites." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Inspired by Cubism, Chicago’s newest boutique hotel is sleek and chic with spacious rooms." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The flagship for the Godfrey brand, the upscale Godfrey Hotel Chicago is located in the River North neighborhood, an eight-minute walk from the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Time Out "From its striking cubist facade down to the stylish and modern interiors, the Godfrey Hotel Chicago lives up to its four star status from the get-go." Full review
Jetsetter "River North’s techy new boutique gem with the city’s largest roofscape and a bold futuristic exterior." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Godfrey pops eyeballs with its super-cool, Cubist-inspired architecture." Full review
Fodor's "While the neighborhood is a hotspot for bars and parties, the vibe here is decidedly chill thanks to low-key lounge music and super quiet accommodations. " Full review
Frommer's "With an on-site spa, a good fitness room, a hopping night scene and an excellent restaurant, the Godfry packs in the kind of amenities one usually expects at a Ritz Carlton-priced hotel." Full review
