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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, ChicagovsTrump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago ranks significantly higher than Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago comes in at 95 with praise from 17 reviews including Michelin Guide, BlackBook 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.
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
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401 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
From $281/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Go big or go home seems to be Donald Trump's mantra, and the Trump International Hotel & Tower shows off these principles in all of its glorious, shimmering style."
Frommer's "The overall look is urban contemporary, with none of the flashiness the Trump name might suggest." Full review
Concierge "The hotel occupies a prime riverside perch, taking in the Chicago River, Lake Michigan, and surrounding architectural jewels."
Fodor's "The Trump International Hotel & Tower attracts a crowd of power brokers, women in fur coats, and anyone else who wants top-of-the-line luxury and is ready to pay for it." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This 339-room Trump is one of the top luxury hotels in Chicago, located in a modern glass tower right on the Chicago river and within easy walking distance of the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Rough Guide "New York’s favourite real estate developer has made his mark in the Windy City with this 92-storey hotel."
Star Service "The Trump International Hotel & Tower, in Near North Side, is a commanding presence of stainless steel and glass fronting the Chicago River and situated among the tall towers of the downtown area." Full review
Gayot "This luxury hotel from developer Donald Trump sits on the edge of the Chicago River, at the juncture of the Loop and North Michigan Avenue."
BlackBook "It's hard to tell whether you're in a museum or a hotel with all the original Robert Mapplethorpe photos on the walls and sweeping architectural flourishes...which suits us just fine."
Zagat4.5
"This “simply amazing” 92-story glass tower on the Chicago River “challenges the established high-end players” with “outstanding” service and “posh” rooms."
