$156 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 29, 2013

Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

3 stars
160 EAST HURON, CHICAGO, IL 60611
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
55 reviews
Great Stay

Overall very nice, room very comfortable. Bath supplies indulgent See full review

  • Dr. Sue
  • May 12, 2013
Chicago is great

Great room, large, comfy bed, fantastic location; friend staff. See full review

  • NW interview
  • Mar 9, 2013
Picture-perfect location near Michigan Avenue shopping and restaurants

A visit to Chicago wouldn't be complete without a stroll along the Magnificent Mile, so the properties closest to the grand boulevard earn instant bonus points. For travelers looking to be within steps of Michigan Avenue restaurants, landmarks and shops, it doesn't get more convenient than this classy Chicago hotel. Catering to business travelers and tourists, the property goes beyond the norm to offer special rooms like kids rooms, tech rooms and suites. Big windows capture the impressive skyline, with some framing views of Lake Michigan.

Highlights
  • Steps from the Magnificent Mile, Water Tower Place, American Girl and John Hancock Observatory
  • Close to Navy Pier
  • Family-themed rooms and tech rooms complete with an iMac
  • Outdoor rooftop pool open seasonally
Rooms

Guests have a choice of layouts, from standard rooms to suites with lovely views of the cityscape. The hotel goes a step further, though, for families and Mac lovers. Kid-friendly rooms throw a bit of color into the neutral palette, boasting beds covered with rainbow linens, Little Einsteins pillows, giraffe play tubes, beanbag chairs and mini chalkboards. In the Tech Rooms, expect an iMac, color printer and high-speed and Wi-Fi access.

In all rooms, look for the Zebra print upholstered armchair, a signature of the hotel, plus iHome docking stations and high-definition LCD TVs.

Features

Chicago is known for its place in defining American architecture, so it's only natural to expect remarkable design from impressive city hotels like the Avenue Hotel.

Guests can admire Windy City vistas from Skybar, a European-influenced restaurant and lounge open all day. Whether it's the breakfast buffet or cocktails with fellow conventioneers, Skybar lures with its lounge seating, communal table and tilted windows.

Downstairs, visitors mingle with downtown professionals at the Elephant & Castle, a pub dishing up British favorites like bangers and mash, stuffed Yorkshire pudding and beans and mash. Dim lighting and a wood-heavy interior make it the place to linger and sample a global selection of brews.

Transportation
  • O'Hare International Airport (27 minutes)
  • Midway Airport (19 minutes)
  • Closest train stops: Blue Line (Chicago to O'Hare) and Orange Line (Lake/Randolph to Midway)
  • McCormick Place Convention Center (13 minutes)
Attractions
  • Magnificent Mile (.3 mi/.4 km)
  • Museum of Contemporary Art (.2 mi/.1 km)
  • John Hancock Center (.2 mi/.4 km)
  • Oak Street (.8 mi/.5 km)
  • American Girl Place (.1 mi/.2 km)
Business
  • 15,000 square feet of meeting space
  • Audiovisual technology available
  • Wi-Fi access
  • Views from every function room
  • Catering services
Policies and fees
Valet parking is available at $50.00.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Pets allowed
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Golf
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Coffee maker in room
Room service
Services
Business center
Maid service
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Porters
FAX
Overhead projector
White board
Cellular telephone rental
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Safe
Mini bar
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Cribs available
Temperature control
Ironing board
Bath tub

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Hotel Map

41.8949 -87.623
Nearby airports
O'Hare International Airport, (ORD), 15.00, MI, NW; Midway International Airport, (MDW), 15.00, MI, SW;
Area description
Downtown, downtown

Nearby points of interest

  • Terra Museum of American Art: 0.1 mi
  • Seneca Park: 0.2 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.2 mi
  • Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.2 mi
  • Drury Lane Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • North Michigan Avenue: 0.2 mi
  • Holy Name Cathedral: 0.3 mi
  • Lake Shore Park: 0.3 mi
  • John Hancock Center: 0.3 mi
  • Tribune Tower: 0.3 mi
  • Water Tower: 0.3 mi
  • Wrigley Building: 0.4 mi
  • Museum of Broadcast Communications: 0.5 mi
  • Washington Square Park: 0.5 mi
  • Oak Street Beach: 0.6 mi
  • Terra Museum of American Art: 0.1 mi
  • Seneca Park: 0.2 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.2 mi
  • Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.2 mi
  • Drury Lane Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • North Michigan Avenue: 0.2 mi
  • Holy Name Cathedral: 0.3 mi
  • Lake Shore Park: 0.3 mi
  • John Hancock Center: 0.3 mi
  • Tribune Tower: 0.3 mi
  • Water Tower: 0.3 mi
  • Wrigley Building: 0.4 mi
  • Museum of Broadcast Communications: 0.5 mi
  • Washington Square Park: 0.5 mi
  • Oak Street Beach: 0.6 mi
  • Marina City: 0.6 mi
  • Lake Point Tower: 0.6 mi
  • Prudential Plaza: 0.6 mi
  • Harold Washington College: 0.6 mi
  • Michigan Avenue: 0.7 mi
  • Chicago Theater: 0.7 mi
  • Chicago Historical Society: 0.7 mi
  • Harris Theater: 0.7 mi
  • Chicago Cultural Center: 0.8 mi
  • Children Museum: 0.8 mi
  • Goodman Theatre: 0.8 mi
  • Oriental Theatre: 0.8 mi
  • Merchandise Mart: 0.8 mi
  • Marshall Fields: 0.8 mi
  • Pritzker Pavilion: 0.8 mi
  • Cloud Gate: 0.8 mi
  • Shubert Theatre: 0.9 mi
  • City Hall: 0.9 mi
  • Navy Pier: 0.9 mi
  • Cadillac Palace Theatre: 0.9 mi
  • State Street: 0.9 mi
  • Crown Fountain: 0.9 mi
  • Bank of America Theatre: 1 mi
  • Yacht Club: 1 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago: 1.1 mi
  • Symphony Center: 1.1 mi
  • Chicago Architecture Foundation: 1.1 mi
  • Opera House: 1.1 mi
  • Chicago Mercantile Exchange: 1.2 mi
  • History Museum: 1.2 mi

Dining

Elephant & Castle Pub
At the Elephant & Castle Pub, lobby level, a cozy fireplace, brick walls and traditional decor appeal to the senses while tasty entrees appeal to your taste buds.Pub features a large selection of domestic and international beers on tap.
Sky Lounge
Sky Lounge, on the 40th floor, serves up panoramic views with a European breakfast menu. Sky Lounge can be booked for private events in the evening.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

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.

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Guest Reviews (55)

Ratings and reviews for Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Overall score

3.9 / 5
18 out of 55
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.4
Value:
4.1

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
SmileyL
Michigan
Jul 3, 2012

Romantic getaway

Awesome location, really happy we got upgraded to a suite! Parking is expensive, but I suppose downtown parking is always like that.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

5
Marcia
Central, IL, USA
Sep 2, 2011

Great hotel, great location

We arrived later than we expected, but the staff was efficient, polite and helpful. Our room was spacious, and the location, close to Northwestern Hospital, was perfect. And, the check-out was quick. We enjoyed our stay and plan to enjoy the hotel again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Enjoy breakfast on top of the hotel, then lunch and/or dinner downstairs. Overall, the food is very good! Best shopping in the world is half a block away!

Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Cincinnati, Ohio
Jan 31, 2011

Ave Hotel

Great!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

4
Mambo
Conifer, CO
Nov 9, 2010

Great location

We stayed at the Crowne Plaza because of the location and the price. It is walking distance from Navy Pier and Michigan Ave. Our room was beautiful and the bed was extremely comfortable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
St. Joseph, MI
Oct 10, 2010

Nice hotel!

Very convenient location and nice rooms. Very small pool and the skyline lounge is only open for limited hours. I would be nice for the skyline lounge to be a bar in the evening.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Denver, CA
Jul 14, 2010

Perfect trip to see the city

Great service

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

4
Chanora
Detroit, MI
Jul 4, 2010

Nice stay for a last minute getaway!

Although we only stayed for one night, our experience at the hotel was great. All of the staff were very professional, helpful and courteous.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

3
PH the post grad
Alaska CA
Jun 27, 2010

Sleeping quarters for graduation weekend

The hotel is located off North Michigan Avenue in Chicago. Even tough it is well located, it is next to the fire department, so the continual alarms for ambulances and fire trucks were very disruptive. Note to self; always ask where the room being offered is situated because our room was next to the elevator and staff workers room. The noise was ridiculous! Just when I thought it could not get any noisier a family with children checked in next to us, and the noise level magnified to the point it sounded like they were outside our window. To end on an up note the 40th floor breakfast area was beautiful and breathtaking.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
1
Value:
3
Dining tip: In Hotel

Go to 40th floor.

Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

4
Jen & Rich
Kenmore, NY
May 12, 2010

Unbeatable location for the price

When we checked in we were upgraded to a Lakeviw suite. Stunning views of the lake as well as the city. Excellent location a short walk to everything downtown!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Crowne Plaza CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
milwaukee Wisconsin
May 11, 2010

good location

My husband and I went to chicago to experience the Michigan ave & the Navy Pier and other sites of Chicago.. We took a train to Chicago and a Taxi to the Hotel.. Which was very Nice. The hotel staff some of the staff was very nice (doorman) others not.. The room was ok for the price...( I think ). The room looked like it was a storage room at one time and made into a hotel room.. Also the bathroom had a urine smell to it (maybe just me).. Location was GOOD.. I do not think I would stay at that Hotel again...Also I happen to see some of the other rooms.. as I walked by..and talked to another guest in the elevator of that room. and the room was much bigger for only dollars difference..This was my first time in Chicago for doing the shopping trip..

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
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