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Hotel Information: Built in 1924, the Seneca retains an old-world ambience, highlighted by its lobby. Polished wood columns and richly upholstered sofas create several seating areas. A carved wood fireplace and shelves displaying plates, vases, and small clocks line the back wall. Two stained-glass windows accent an alcove.
Amenity highlights: One set of stairs above the 17th floor, a fitness center features new equipment including treadmills, an elliptical machine, and free weights. Adjacent is a rooftop terrace set with plants, tables, and lounge chairs where guests enjoy downtown views.
Insider tip: The Seneca is across the street from the John Hancock Center, where guests can celebrate any occasion in the 95th-floor Signature Room restaurant or lounge. The Hancock Center is famous for its superb panoramic views of Chicago.
Rooms
High ceilings and crown moldings accent guestrooms and suites at this Chicago hotel.
All accommodations come with full kitchens: sinks, microwaves, stoves, refrigerators, coffeemakers, dishes, and utensils. Bathrooms have tile floors and curved shower rods.
Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
The building contains 265 units—75 residences and 190 guestrooms (120 are suites).
Room Amenities
- Smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Cable/satellite TV
- Wake-up calls
- Complimentary newspaper
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- Housekeeping
- Extra towels/bedding
- Multi-line phone
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Rollaway beds
- Microwave
- Clock radio
- Desk
- Climate control
- Voice mail
- Kitchen
- Complimentary toiletries
- Wireless Internet access - complimentary
Recreation
The fitness center offers two treadmills, an exercise bicycle and reclining bicycle, elliptical machine, weight machine, and free weights. Next to the fitness center is a rooftop terrace. With potted plants, chaise lounges, and tables and chairs, it’s a comfortable spot for socializing and enjoying city views.
Lake Michigan is a two-block walk from the Seneca, where running, walking, bicycling, or in-line skating can be enjoyed along a 20-mile lakefront path. Bicycles, skates, and pedal-powered buggies for groups are available for rent at several beachfront locations.
During summer, Oak Street Beach, four blocks from the hotel, is popular for sunbathing and swimming when lifeguards are on duty. Also in summer, beach volleyball courts are available for rent or pickup games. The Lincoln Park Boathouse, two miles away, offers canoe, kayak, and rowing equipment rentals. A public golf course is open, weather permitting, about 4.5 miles north.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Boating nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Volleyball nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Fishing nearby
Property Amenities
Seneca Hotel & Suites enjoys a downtown location just two blocks off the Magnificent Mile. Other area attractions include the Museum of Contemporary Art, less than two blocks away, and the shops of Water Tower Place down the street.
The hotel has three restaurants, including a steakhouse.
Coin-operated laundry facilities are provided on some floors. Front-desk staff can help with business and concierge services.
A fitness room and rooftop sundeck are located a set of stairs above the 17th floor.
- 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Audio-visual equipment
- Parking (valet) $48 Daily
- Number of floors: 17
- Banquet facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Business services
- Concierge services
- Conference room(s)
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Dry cleaning service
- Event catering
- Fitness equipment
- Internet access in public areas - complimentary
- Internet access - wireless
- Laundry facilities
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Massage - treatment room(s)
- Multilingual staff
- Number of rooms: 265
- Parking (surcharge)
- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
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.
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
- Pets not allowed
Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at either check-in or check-out.
- Valet parking: $48 per 24-hour period in a covered, secure lot. In/out privileges
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Dining
200 Chestnut - Relaxed supper club serving pastas, burgers, chops, and steaks with an Italian flair. Live entertainment.
The Saloon Steakhouse - Attracts a crowd for after-work drinks at the bar, where a collection of signed baseballs and footballs is showcased. Open for lunch and dinner.
Chestnut Street Café - Casual restaurant with an airy, contemporary atmosphere. Serving breakfast and lunch. Menu includes soups, salads, and sandwiches.
Address
200 E Chestnut St
Chicago, IL 60611
USA
Nearest major airport:
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
Area:
Magnificent Mile - River North, Illinois, United States of America
