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Raffaello Hotel

4 stars
201 E. Delaware Place, Chicago, IL 60611

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5 94 reviews
Weekend Trip

Limited facilities, unremarkable staff, large room but not finished to a high standard. Poor... See full review

  • expat67
  • May 10, 2012
Quiet and quaint

Stayed for two nights and was very comfortable. I was very happy with our room. Staff was efficient... See full review

  • Karla P2
  • Apr 22, 2012
Boutique luxury in the heart of the Gold Coast

In Chicago, the rule for downtown real estate is the closer to Lake Michigan, the more posh the address. Enter the Raffaello Hotel, a four-star hotel just steps from the lake and Magnificent Mile with a Michelin-rated chef, in-room spa services, executive suites and a 24-hour business center. Blending old-world aesthetics with modern conveniences, the hotel manages luxury and intimacy while being near the downtown hub. Stepping into the vintage building just off the tourist drag, guests are more likely to feel like Gold Coast residents than tourists.

Highlights
  • Walk to the Magnificent Mile
  • Next to the John Hancock Center
  • Boutique hotel with a 24-hour business center and rooftop sundeck
  • Upscale Italian fare at Pelago
  • Sanctuary fitness center with Precor fitness equipment
Rooms

Staying in this vintage building poses several advantages. The Raffaello Hotel offers 175 all-suites rooms with high ceilings and architectural details for a unique, high-class vintage stay. Butterscotch-hued bedding and drapes match the walls, while high ceilings --painted stark white--stun with their beam construction. All rooms feature rainfall showerheads, Gilchrest and Soames amenities, 32-inch LCD TV, iHome and iPod players and 340-count linens. Rooms, which come in king, double double and suite versions are hard-wire and Wi-Fi enabled.

Features

Any Chicagoan will encourage a newcomer to put dining and an architectural experience on the itinerary. At the Raffaello Hotel, both needs are satisfied thanks to Pelago, the upscale Italian seafood restaurant and the rooftop garden, which is open from late spring to late fall. From the sundeck, guests can take in glorious views of the skyline, including Navy Pier and the next door neighbor: the John Hancock Center.

Transportation
  • O'Hare International Airport (18 miles)
  • Midway Airport (12 miles)
  • Closest train stops: Blue Line (Chicago to O'Hare) and Orange Line (Roosevelt to Midway)
  • McCormick Place Convention Center (11 minutes)
Attractions
  • John Hancock Center
  • American Girl Place
  • Magnificent Mile
  • Oak Street
  • Navy Pier
  • Lake Michigan
Business
  • 24-hour business center with computers and printer
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Polycom audiovisual conferencing equipment
  • Catering by Pelago Ristorante
  • Wi-Fi access
Policies and fees
  • The hotel charges $24 for each additional guest.
  • Photo identification and credit card are required at check in for incidental charges.
  • If you do not provide a credit card, a cash security deposit in the amount of $1,000 is required.
  • Starting January 1st, 2012, the hotel will charge $53 for valet parking and $32 for self-parking.

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

Raffaello Hotel Rooms

Deluxe Suite
The traditional Suite offers One King Bed with pullout sofa bed suitable for multiple guests. The room is non-smoking and include in room safe, iron and ironing board, mini bar stocked with the finest treats, hair dryer, Gilchrest & Soames, London Spa Collection bath amenities, rain shower heads, cable TV with 70 channels of free to guest entertainment, pay per view channels available on a 32 inch flat panel LCD television.
Double Double Room
The traditional Double room features Two Double beds with oversized accommodations with a brand new Modern design coupled with an old world charm. The room is non-smoking and include in room safe, iron and ironing board, mini bar stocked with the finest treats, hair dryer, Gilchrest & Soames, London Spa Collection bath amenities, rain shower heads, cable TV with 70 channels of free to guest entertainment, pay per view channels available on a 32 inch flat panel LCD television.
King Room
The traditional King room features One King Bed with oversized accommodations with a brand new Modern design coupled with an old world charm. The room is non-smoking and include in room safe, iron and ironing board, mini bar stocked with the finest treats, hair dryer, Gilchrest & Soames, London Spa Collection bath amenities, rain shower heads, cable TV with 70 channels of free to guest entertainment, pay per view channels available on a 32 inch flat panel LCD television.
Grand Suite
The Suite offers 1 King size bed, One Murphy Bed and sofa bed with spacious living area. The room is non-smoking and include in room safe, iron and ironing board, mini bar stocked with the finest treats, hair dryer, Gilchrest & Soames, London Spa Collection bath amenities, rain shower heads, cable TV with 70 channels of free to guest entertainment, pay per view channels available on a 32 inch flat panel LCD television.

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Hotel Map

Area served
Chicago.
Nearby airports
Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Area description
Best location in Chicago, just one block east of Michigan. All the convenience, nightlife, clubs, restaurants, shopping, theatre of the magnificent mile but without the noise of congestion. Pick any direction and walk one block and you've arrivedJohn Hancock Center and Observatory Cheesecake Factory, Drury Lane, Museum of Modern Art, Lake Michigan, Signature Room, Navy Pier, farmer's market, Water Tower, First Presbyterian Church, buses, trains.

Amenities

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Elevators
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Secretarial Service
  • Spa services
  • Tour Desk
  • Wireless Internet

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1200

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 (94)

Ratings and reviews for Raffaello Hotel

Overall score

4 / 5
About the scores
94 out of 94
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.7
Value:
3.9

81% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

Moms who shop
Detroit, MI
May 24, 2012

Mother daughter weekend

Really nice place near the hub of shopping! One block off of Michigan Ave but far enough away to not hear horns and noise all night. The robes in the room were a bit hit as was the Kerig coffee maker. It will be the first place I check on for my next visit. One drawaback, the set up of the room (kinda small) was so that the full length mirror was not usable. This is a must for girls going out on the town right :)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

John Hancock building is next door so lots to see there. American Girl store is the next corner.

Review of Raffaello Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

expat67
Business
bermuda
May 10, 2012

Weekend Trip

Limited facilities, unremarkable staff, large room but not finished to a high standard. Poor selection on breakfast menu and expensive for what it is.

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

Business

Review of Raffaello Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Karla P2
Michigan, USA
Apr 22, 2012

Quiet and quaint

Stayed for two nights and was very comfortable. I was very happy with our room. Staff was efficient and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.

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

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Jill in MI
Michigan
Apr 5, 2012

Very basic, nothing overwhelming

The location was perfect. However, that's the extent of the value of this place. Two tiny elevators servicing 18 floors. No complimentary wi-fi in the rooms. (Although, that didn't really matter as their wi-fi is so outdated, it wouldn't accommodate our iPad.) Had to clean someone else's makeup off the hair dryer before using it. (Makes you wonder what else wasn't clean.) The dryer itself was old and malfunctioning. By the time I was done drying my hair, the base of the handle was too hot to hold. And not even the coffee in the room was complimentary. It was $3 a cup, that we could make ourselves with the in-room Keurig machine and the 50-cent coffee cartridge. The value of this hotel was based on it being a prime time in a prime location. Otherwise, I've stayed at nicer, more-ammenitied "value" hotels.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

If you're looking to go to the American Girl Place or the Lego Store in Water Tower Place, this hotel is a two-minute walk to those stores.

Review of Raffaello Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Angelica Marie
San Diego
Mar 9, 2012

my birthday stay!

check in smooth. staff immediate, attentive, friendly and professional. all needs taken care of. view outside window fabulous. loved the shower. this was a "perfect" room. soft beds. couldn't have asked for more. i will return!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Raffaello Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Ms Jacque
Ft Worth TX
Mar 9, 2012

great location

Good experience,, hotel staff very helpful.. good shopping nearby.. nice location

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

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Little horse
Terre Haute, IN, USA
Mar 9, 2012

Very reasonable price

A very nice hotel. Whenever I came back to the hotel, the elevator is always ready to go! Nice lobby. But the coffe is not that good.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Raffaello Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Littlelita
Milwaukee
Mar 6, 2012

Girl's night out!

Location, Location, Location great. 1 block off Michican St. Special rate for the evening was a plus. Very large room but could of used more sitting. Only two table chairs provided. A loveseat or 2 stuffed chairs could have easily fit. One thing would keep me and girlfriends coming, to have at least a continental breakfast of some sorts. Also, enough to make a FULL pot of coffee!!!

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

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Chi town bound
Peoria, IL, USA
Mar 5, 2012

Great getaway

Our third stay and it gets better every time. Great location. Very friendly and professional staff.

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

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

josefaaaa
chile
Jan 28, 2012

Very good place

Very comfortable hotel, good location. It has a usefull kitchen but no breakfast

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