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Silversmith Hotel Chicago DowntownvsThe Drake

Both hotels are praised by travel writers. On balance, The Drake, A Hilton Hotel scores significantly higher than Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown. The Drake, A Hilton Hotel ranks #4 in Chicago with praise from 16 sources like DK Eyewitness, Zagat and Lonely Planet.

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
8/10
10 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
From $109/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The Silversmith is a hidden gem that eschews the usual chain-hotel conformity for a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired look." Full review
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You'll want to avoid the lower-level floors if you like things quiet.
Concierge Concierge
"This 143-room gem in the southern part of the Loop was one of many jewels in the crown of Chicago architect D.H. Burnham."
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Ask for a high-floor room to avoid noise from the El train along Wabash Avenue.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Although the exterior was designed by Daniel Burnham’s firm, the hotel’s interior recalls Frank Lloyd Wright: the chunky wood furniture has a distinct Prairie School charm." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The late 19th-century Arts and Crafts style is evident outside and in, with wrought-iron pieces adding accents to the comfortable (if slightly dated) decorations in each room." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This beauty sits right on Jeweler's Row, two blocks from the Art Institute of Chicago and one block from shopping on State Street."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Set in the landmark Silversmith building, this terra-cotta-clad Arts and Crafts-style structure was designed by legendary Chicago architects D.H. Burnham and Company."
Gayot Gayot
"Stylish, well-sited accommodations with continental flair and plenty of above par amenities."
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In the morning, AC Kitchen serves up a European-style breakfast buffet stocked with pastries, artisan cured meats and cheeses; and at the end of the day, the AC Lounge is the place to relax over craft cocktails and light bites (make sure to check out the Monopoly-inspired art installations).
Zagat Zagat
"This sophisticated Loop cocktail lounge in the Jewelers Row’s Silversmith Hotel comes complete with a creative New American noshing menu and stylish bar area." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Boutique gem in the Loop with chic, high-ceilinged rooms and a swanky cocktail lounge." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"The boutique Silversmith, set in the historic Jewelers Row District, flaunts nifty, gem-inspired décor." Full review
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The Drake
8/10
140 E. Walton Place, Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL 60611
From $101/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1920, the grande dame of Chicago hotels stands tall where Michigan Avenue and Lake Shore Drive intersect in Chicago's swanky Gold Coast." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Opened in 1920, the Drake keeps pace with the polished neighborhood, right off the Magnificent Mile."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The grande dame commands a striking location at the north end of Michigan Ave, near Oak St Beach." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 535-room Drake Hotel is a historic property on upscale Magnificent Mile and one of Chicago’s grande dames." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Drake is the grande dame of Chicago hotels, with a prime location, storied history, white-glove service, and of course a distinguished guest list." Full review
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Try to score a room facing north or east for unobstructed views of the lake and Lake Michigan’s Oak Street Beach.
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Chicago’s society hotel, just off the Magnificent Mile, has been modernized without sacrificing its sedate charms."
Time Out Time Out
"A traditional "old money" stomping ground favored by Chicago socialites and celebrities, this stately icon exudes old-school style." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This place competes with the InterContinental and Palmer House Hilton for the honor of Chicago's most iconic historic hotel." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"With sweeping views of Lake Michigan, this handsome hotel is an historic landmark that was built in 1920."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The grande dame of Chicago hotels, this luxurious Michigan Avenue destination still attracts luminaries from all over the world."
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