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Swissotel ChicagovsTrump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago ranks significantly better than Swissotel Chicago. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago ranks #2 in Chicago with endorsements from 16 publications such as Zagat, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
Swissotel Chicago
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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."
Zagat4.5
"“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
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Michelin Guide Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's
Oyster
Rough Guide Star Service Gayot
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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."
