Central Chicago getaway
At this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll be well placed to visit State Street and Columbia College Chicago, both within a 5-minute walk. Grant Park and Art Institute of Chicago are also within half a mile (1 km).
Business services
This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. A coffee shop, dry cleaning, and luggage storage are also on offer.
Oct 19, 2020 by Hotel Essex
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Jul 10, 2020 by Hotel Essex
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Feb 24, 2020 by Reservations
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Dec 19, 2019 by Hotel Essex
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Dec 9, 2019 by Reservations
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Dec 9, 2019 by Reservations
Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Hotel Essex, as your home away from home, while visiting the Windy City! Come back and see us soon!
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Le Méridien Essex Chicago also features a 24-hour fitness center, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Valet parking (surcharge)
Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Grant Park Bistro - Onsite bistro.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Special check-in instructions:
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
The resort fee includes:
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.