Chicago's Essex Inn
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Hotel Overview
End of Summer vacation Trip
Staff was wonderful and the room was spotless. We had a wonderful view of Navy Pier and Michigan...
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Anonymous
- Aug 23, 2012
Great location and area
The hotel room is small, for a group of four. We have no complaints of the area or what the hotel...
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Baseball enthusiast
- Jun 1, 2012
Affordable hotel south of Chicago's bustling downtown area
Chicago's Essex Inn has an ideal location ideal on Michigan Avenue, just a few blocks south of the more congested areas of downtown Chicago. Grant Park is across the street, along with many famous Chicago attractions, including Millennium Park and the Art Institute. Sleek in design, the Essex Inn boasts a metal and glass lobby, floor-to-ceiling windows with city views and an impressive atrium housing a large pool. ADA-compliant areas are also available at Chicago's Essex Inn.Chicago's Essex Inn Rooms
- Standard Room
- Our tastefully designed guest rooms are thoughtfully appointed with everything you need to enhance your stay whether you're traveling for business or pleasure. Our standard rooms feature one queen size bed or two double beds and have amenities such as hairdryers, data port hookups, voicemail messaging, automated wakeup service, iron and ironing board, and 25-inch color TV with extended cable package, including HBO.
- Standard Room -ADA accessible
- ADA-compliant entrances to the hotel, valet parking in the hotel garage and Accessible public restrooms. There are a number of designated accessible guest rooms which include accessible features as: grab bars in the showers; ADA-compliant sitting stools for showering; hand held shower spray wands; protected plumbing covers; ADA-compliant lavatory fixtures; Lowered security "peep" holes on the doors. Touch lamps and TTY Kits for hearing & visual assistance. The swimming pool and garden deck areas are also accessible and we provide ADA-compliant pool lift; and Accessible Fitness Center with ADA Universal Gym. There are accessible paths of travel to the restaurant located on the premises of the Essex Inn and the restaurant has accessible dining tables.
Amenities
- FREE internet in room
- Indoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Elevators
- Activities
- Indoor pool
- Fitness center or spa
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Services
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Internet
- FREE internet in room
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Service dogs allowed
- Accessible parking
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Chicago
- Nearby airports
- O'Hare International Midway
- Area description
- Millenium Park, Art Institute Chicago, Navy Pier, Adler Planetarium, Field Museum, McCormick Place, Buckingham Fountain, Lakefront, Grant Park
Nearby points of interest
- Grant Park: 0.1 mi
- Printers Square: 0.3 mi
- Auditorium Building: 0.3 mi
- Harold Washington Library: 0.4 mi
- Buckingham Fountain: 0.4 mi
- Field Museum of Natural History: 0.5 mi
- Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.5 mi
- Symphony Center: 0.6 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 0.6 mi
- Chicago Board of Trade: 0.6 mi
- Shedd Aquarium: 0.6 mi
- Sears Tower: 0.7 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Crown Fountain: 0.7 mi
- Soldier Field: 0.7 mi
- Grant Park: 0.1 mi
- Printers Square: 0.3 mi
- Auditorium Building: 0.3 mi
- Harold Washington Library: 0.4 mi
- Buckingham Fountain: 0.4 mi
- Field Museum of Natural History: 0.5 mi
- Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.5 mi
- Symphony Center: 0.6 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 0.6 mi
- Chicago Board of Trade: 0.6 mi
- Shedd Aquarium: 0.6 mi
- Sears Tower: 0.7 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Crown Fountain: 0.7 mi
- Soldier Field: 0.7 mi
- State Street: 0.8 mi
- Cloud Gate: 0.8 mi
- Shubert Theatre: 0.8 mi
- Yacht Club: 0.8 mi
- Pritzker Pavilion: 0.8 mi
- Chicago Cultural Center: 0.9 mi
- Marshall Fields: 0.9 mi
- Harris Theater: 0.9 mi
- City Hall: 0.9 mi
- Oriental Theatre: 1 mi
- Union Station: 1 mi
- Carson Pirie Scott: 1 mi
- Chicago Mercantile Exchange: 1 mi
- Cadillac Palace Theatre: 1 mi
- Goodman Theatre: 1 mi
- Adler Planetarium: 1 mi
- Chicago Theater: 1 mi
- Prudential Plaza: 1 mi
- Harold Washington College: 1 mi
- Opera House: 1 mi
- Michigan Avenue South: 1.1 mi
- Hull House Museum: 1.2 mi
- Marina City: 1.2 mi
- Museum of Broadcast Communications: 1.3 mi
- Merchandise Mart: 1.3 mi
- Wrigley Building: 1.3 mi
- Chicago Chinatown: 1.3 mi
- Tribune Tower: 1.3 mi
- North Michigan Avenue: 1.4 mi
- Mccormick Place: 1.4 mi
Dining
- Restaurant
- Brasserie by LM is located in the lobby of the Essex Inn. This French inspired restaurant and bar (open daily 7:00am-10:30pm) offers a relaxed modern setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Specialties include Onion Soup Gratinee, Lyonnaise Salad, Mussels Frites, Duck Confit and Croque Monsieur.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Five meeting rooms and an outdoor garden overlooking Lake Michigan and Grant Park provide an ideal environment for small and medium size meetings, conferences and social events. Essex Court - 40 people Windsor Court - 50 people Private Restaurant - 40 people Park East Gallery - 150 people Rooftop Garden Deck - 50 people
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (200)
Ratings and reviews for Chicago's Essex Inn
- All travelers (200) 3.7 / 5
- Business (32) 3.8 / 5
- Couples (48) 3.8 / 5
- Families (74) 3.7 / 5
- Friends (26) 3.7 / 5
- Singles (18) 3.9 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
James Bent
Great Location
For the price the hotel was great. Good location near Art Institute, Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Sears Tower. It's also near 2 subway stops for easy access to the rest of the city that's not walking distance. As well as a Friendly staff & clean rooms. I was sightseeing most of the time, but the time I was in the room it satisfied my needs and was comfortable.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Nanny K.
Great service, good experience.
We enjoyed our stay. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Having Shuttle service was very nice. Our bathtub was poorly installed and taking a shower felt like trying to stand on a waterbed. Lights were out and damaged throughout the room which was a little annoying. It would be better to have a table and 2 chairs, rather than a desk and desk chair. The fitness room and pool area were excellent. Breakfast in the dining room was a little pricey but the food was pretty good.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
DPC
A great surprise
We have stayed previously at the Chicago Hilton across the street. The staff was very attentive to our needs. At 20% less than the Chicago Hilton, it was a great deal. This will be our hotel of choice when we visit Chicago. Valet parking was easy
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
good hotel for a great price!
We were in town to go to the Taste of Chicago in grant park. The hotel was across the street from the park. We got a good discount on the room and it was a very nice room. Would have like more control on the air conditioner as it was a very hot weekend. All the staff was very friendly.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great Location
The hotel staff was courteous, helpful, and attentive. Although our bathroom was a bit small, the bedroom was comfortable and quiet. The Essex is very reasonably priced and located in close proximity to Grant Park (across the street), Millenium Park, the Museum Campus, and numerous downtown attractions.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
location was excellent
staff was very friendly and helpful
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Essex
Overall great location and hotel for the price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
The Hostnick's
Chicago ROCKS!!!
We arrived early & the Essex was able to check us in early, which was great!!! The rooms are small, but VERY nicely appointed w/a VERY comfortable bed & linens. We explored ALL of Chicago & found the Essex was very centrally located to do just about ANYTHING!!! The bus picks up right out front & you can go anywhere in the city! BONUS: The Taste of Chicago was going on, which we didn't know about & it was right across the street in Grant Park w/awesome FREE music everyday!!! A MUST DO- Go to the NEW Skydeck at the Sear's Tower!!! We were lucky enough to get up there for the 4th of July fireworks, which was one of the coolest experiences we've ever had for the 4th!!! ALSO- please note that EVERYONE in Chicago is unbelieveably friendly & helpful!!! On one of the buses, they found out it was my husband's birthday & the entire bus broke out into an improptu rendition of "Happy Birthday", we had the best time & will be back for sure!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
Not Applicable
Instead of paying $15.00 per person to go up to the Observatory landing of the John Hancock Building, go one floor UP to their lounge & order a drink & then DRINK IN THE VIEW!!! We took the bus & paid $20 to have a couple of drinks. REMEMBER, the best view is IN the ladies restroom- NO KIDDING!!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Art lover in Chicago
It's a great deal!
Although this is an old hotel, the rooms are up-to-date with wi-fi available (although not free), HD TV, and plenty of outlets available in the room. The room was spotless, with plenty of towels and bathroom amenities, and the bed was great! There is computer access downstairs 24/7 (again not free) but you could print your boarding passes at no charge. The fitness center was also quite good. Our room faced Michigan Avenue, and there was a lot of traffic noise that did come into the room, but perhaps that was not true in other parts of the hotel. There is a free shuttle to go up or down Michigan Avenue, but our location was so good (and the hotel price is so much better than farther north in the pricier parts of Michigan Ave.) that the walking was part of the fun experience. Our only other complaint was that there was no free breakfast, and the restaurant affiliated with the hotel was more costly and the food was not very good compared with anywhere else we ate! Nevertheless, there are several places within a block or two of the hotel that were quite good. There is also a fridge (but no microwave) in the room if you bring your own snacks, and there is also a coffee maker. All in all, with the ease of getting to the museums, Millenium Park, the Sears (now Willis) Tower,etc., as well as being only a 7-8 minute walk to the Metro to take the train back to the airport, this place is a great bargain!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Each night, we would ask the front desk staff where to go to get a good meal at a decent price, and all the recommendations were super! The front desk people could not have been nicer or more patient.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Big K.
Economical stay in a Great Location
For the price, it wasn't bad. Probably the best deal you are going to get in that stretch of Michigan Avenue. In addition, it is directly across from Grant Park, which is a plus this time of year (there is always something going on). The staff was very helpful, and the rooms were clean albeit small.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
I enjoyed Mercat de la Planxa, which is only a few blocks up.
