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Hotel Information: Built in 1925, this 25-story, Beaux Arts-style Hilton hotel received a $170 million restoration, which was completed September 2008. The hotel features a two-story, gilded lobby with a formal staircase, marble-topped tables, velvet seating, and a ceiling mural depicting Greek mythology. Located two blocks from the Art Institute in the midst of the Loop business and theater district, The Palmer House Hilton attracts both business and leisure travelers.
Amenity highlights: This downtown Chicago hotel provides 110,000 square feet of meeting and event space, as well as a business center with wireless Internet access (surcharge). An on-site health club (surcharge) has an indoor pool, and cardiovascular and strength-training equipment.
Rooms
This 25-story hotel has 1,639 recently renovated (September 2008) guestrooms reflect the French Baroque style of the hotel. Rooms come in a variety of configurations and sizes, and feature dark woods and marble bathrooms.
Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Amenities include desks high-speed Internet access (surcharge), video-game consoles (surcharge), and complimentary premium channels.
Executive-level rooms also feature bathrobes, private check-in, and complimentary Continental breakfast, afternoon snacks, and evening hors d’oeuvres.
Room Amenities
- Internet access - high speed
- Cable/satellite TV
- Premium TV channel(s)
- Video-game console
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Air conditioning
- Multi-line phone
- Voice mail
- Internet access - surcharge
- Microwave (on request) (surcharge)
- Refrigerator (on request) (surcharge)
- Wake-up calls
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Turndown service (on request)
- Extra towels/bedding in room
- Shower/tub combination
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Window opens
- Clock radio
- Desk
- Television - Cable service
- Electronic check-out
- Electronic/magnetic keys
- Rollaway beds
- Cribs (infant beds) available
- Smoking rooms
Recreation
The Palmer House Hilton's 10,000-square-foot health club (surcharge) features a fitness center with free weights and cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, personal trainers, an indoor pool, exercise classes, steam rooms, saunas, and a spa tub.
This Hilton hotel is a mile from Lake Michigan, where guests can walk, jog, or bike along a 20-mile lakefront path. Oak Street Beach, 1.5 miles away, is popular for sunbathing and swimming in the summer. Within six miles of the hotel, the Sydney R. Marovitz golf course offers a challenging and scenic nine-hole course along Lake Michigan.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Swimming on site
- Rowing or canoeing nearby
- Volleyball nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Running track/path nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Fishing nearby
Property Amenities
Located in Chicago's theatre district, the recently renovated (September 2008) Palmer House Hilton's 110,000 square feet of conference space features a range of venues, including exhibit halls, salons, private dining rooms, and several ballrooms with crystal chandeliers and Beaux Arts decor. Event catering, audiovisual equipment, and high-speed Internet access are available (surcharge). A business center provides printing, faxing, copying, and wireless Internet access; fees apply.
The three-level Spa Chakra Fitness Center offers Precor fitness equipment, group exercise classes, and an indoor pool. Spa Chakra Spa features a menu of over 60 spa treatments.
Several clothing and gift boutiques are located on the hotel's lower level.
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Spa tub
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Concierge desk
- Health club
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
- Room service (limited hours)
- Bar/lounge
- Parking (surcharge)
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Banquet facilities
- Ballroom(s)
- Meeting rooms (small groups)
- Exhibit space
- Business center
- Conference room(s)
- Event catering
- Audio-visual equipment
- Cell phone/mobile rental
- Internet access in public areas - surcharge
- Business services
- Computer rental
- Internet access - wireless
- Internet access in public areas - high speed
- 24-hour front desk
- Safe-deposit box - front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Security guard
- Multilingual staff
- Number of rooms: 1, 639
- Number of floors: 25
- Hair salon
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Currency exchange
- Beauty services
- Dry cleaning service
- Shoe shine
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Parking (valet)
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Pets accepted
- Pet fee charged at hotel/condo $75/Stay
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
Know Before You Go
Guests departing prior to their scheduled departure date may be subject to an early departure fee.
Dining
Lockwood - Contemporary menu inspired by traditional French and Italian cuisine. Upscale setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Potter's - Lobby-level bar and lounge offering cocktails and appetizers.
Address
17 E Monroe St
Chicago, IL 60603
USA
Nearest major airport:
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
Area:
The Loop - Downtown, Illinois, United States of America
