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Both The Peninsula Chicago and Swissotel Chicago are praised by professional travelers. On balance, The Peninsula Chicago scores significantly better than Swissotel Chicago. The Peninsula Chicago has a TripExpert Score of 98 with praise from 19 sources like Insight Guides, Jetsetter and Fodor's.
The Peninsula Chicago Show All Reviews
108 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL 60611
From $333/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"No detail is overlooked... The Peninsula Spa offers a temple of serenity in the heart of the Gold Coast."
Concierge
"The 339 rooms at this swank Gold Coaster, aptly located next to Tiffany, are patrician and huge... Avoiding flash for understated glamour, they glow in a fitting palette of soft golds."
Fodor's
"On weekend nights the Peninsula's soaring lobby lounge becomes a sweet fantasia, centered on an overflowing chocolate buffet." Full review
Insight Guides
"Book a family fun package at this swanky Far East-inspired spot, or zero in on available perks, such as PlayStations, coloring books, and board games."
Oyster
Luxury
"The Peninsula Chicago, a classic 339-room Chicago hotel right on the Magnificent Mile, exudes elegance and luxury." Full review
Jetsetter
"Stylish Magnificent Mile hotel with fabulous views from the pool, free yoga classes, and up-to-the-minute high-tech features." Full review
Time Out
"This swanky icon spells luxury all the way, from its distinguished art collection to the award-winning top-floor spa and fitness center." Full review
Star Service
"In the Near North Side, on Mag Mile, next to the Chicago Water Tower, this hotel competes mano a mano with the Four Seasons and the Park Hyatt for the top of the market." Full review
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The rooftop terrace hosts receptions for 750, and the full-service business center handles all requests with ease.
Gayot
"This international chain has combined its traditional Hong Kong training with a Midwestern flair to provide a staff that is warm, welcoming and unquestionably service-oriented."
BlackBook
"No detail is overlooked here, from fog-free TVs in the bathrooms to exquisite cuisine served at Avenues, the hotel's fine dining restaurant."
Swissotel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
From $105/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"The Swissôtel's triangular Harry Weese design allows for panoramic vistas of the city, lake, or river—and the comfortable, contemporary rooms feel like condos, with marble bathrooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Swiss efficiency in downtown Chicago with services geared for business travelers (there's a new 38,000-square-foot event center)." Full review
Jetsetter
"Refined Swiss sophistication, crisp service and unmatched views of the Windy City and Lake Michigan." Full review
Time Out
"The hotel is a thoroughly high-tech operation, from the ergonomically designed furniture to the 42nd-floor state-of-the-art fitness center offering jaw-dropping views of Lake Michigan." Full review
Star Service
"At Illinois Center, next door to the larger, bustling Hyatt and across the river from the Sheraton, this Swiss treat is a standout when it comes to location and views from the amenity-rich guest rooms." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel's decor manages to be both modern and warm at the same time, with a chic limestone-floored lobby and cool, inviting colors throughout."
Zagat
4.5
"“Modern and comfy” rooms showcase “killer views” of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan at this “outstanding” “customer-oriented” property that remains “European at its core.”"
Frommer's
"Gorgeous views on all sides, including the lake to the east. The rooms are more practical than plush, with large work desks and lots of natural light coming in from the windows" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Water vistas are just part of the attraction at this triangular-shaped, mirrored-glass high-rise at the confluence of river and lake." Full review