The Langham, ChicagovsW Chicago - Lakeshore
The Langham, Chicago and W Chicago - Lakeshore are both rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The Langham, Chicago is the choice of most reviewers compared to W Chicago - Lakeshore. The Langham, Chicago scores 88 with recommendations from 16 reviewers like Hideaway Report, Condé Nast Traveler and Star Service.
The Langham, Chicago Show All Reviews
330 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
From $293/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"The converging midcentury and Asian themes are notable, but its commendable service, dining and accommodations are what make it a standout." Full review
Gayot
"When it opened in London in 1865, the original Langham Hotel was considered Europe's first 'grand hotel.'."
Fodor's
"A Mies van der Rohe-designed skyscraper is now home to the city's hottest stay, The Langham." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Located in downtown Chicago within walking distance of Grant Park and the Magnificent Mile, The Langham is a luxury hotel that's ideal for vacationers or the business traveler." Full review
Travel + Leisure
World's Best Hotels
"With Mies van der Rohe’s grandson behind the transformation of the architect’s final project into the new Langham, the hotel could only be a testament to Modernism." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Light-filled rooms, efficient staff, modern pan-Mediterranean restaurant, and location within walking distance of both the Loop and major sites suit both the business and leisure traveler." Full review
Time Out
"Architect Mies Van De Rohe's River North centerpiece the Langham Hotel is simply bursting with luxury." Full review
Wallpaper
"Chicago's iconic IBM Building, designed by Mies Van der Rohe in 1966, welcomes the Langham Hotel to its hallowed halls this month." Full review
Jetsetter
"Business meets pleasure in a landmark riverside building with an Asian-inspired spa and award-winning restaurant." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"The Langham, Chicago occupies the first 12 floors of a landmark building that sits beside the Chicago River." Full review
W Chicago - Lakeshore
644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
From $112/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This property promotes itself as a hip boutique hotel and attracts a relatively young clientele, but sophisticated travelers might feel like it's trying too hard." Full review
Fodor's
"Overlooking Lake Michigan and Navy Pier, this sleek, high-energy hotel has guest rooms with modern, clean design and an elegant neutral palette." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 520-room W Chicago - Lakeshore delivers the chic decor you'd expect from a W, and the impressive features." Full review
Time Out
"The city’s second W hotel has come a long way from its previous incarnation as a Days Inn. The hotel has a sleek, casually expensive décor." Full review
Star Service
"A clubby verion of its Westin sibs in town, this sexy business hotel also works its magic on couples and fashionable singles that call this their home Friday-Sunday." Full review
Gayot
"Formerly a budget hotel, this place was transformed into a sophisticated urban retreat in 2001."
BlackBook
"This W hotel flaunts a tranquil, lake-side location and the hipper-than-thou lounge Whiskey Sky, located on the 33rd floor."
Zagat
3.8
"This “chic” member of the W chain boasts views of the lake from the upper level nightclub and some guestrooms."
Lonely Planet
"Lobby chairs appear to be carved out of tree trunks and river rocks fill a public bathroom troughlike sink… The earthy aesthetic feels entirely appropriate here on the lakefront." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The hallways sport trippy glowing carpet that leads to your modern-design 'wonderful' (city view), 'spectacular' (lake view) or 'fabulous' room (lake view from a higher floor)." Full review