Hotel Overview
Very good place
Very comfortable hotel, good location. It has a usefull kitchen but no breakfast
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- Jan 28, 2012
DATA OF RAFFAELLO HOTEL
THE FIRST ROOM WAS SO SMALL FOR 5, THE BEDS ARE NOT CONFORMABLE, THEY HAD TO MOVE US TO ANOTHER...
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LUIS FERNANDO ALBO
- Jan 7, 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.
Hotel Map
201 E. Delaware Place, Chicago, IL 60611
- 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.
Guest Reviews (85)
Ratings and reviews for Raffaello Hotel
- All travelers (85) 4 / 5
- Business (17) 4.2 / 5
- Couples (38) 4 / 5
- Families (18) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (10) 3.9 / 5
- Singles (2) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 4.4
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
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
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
DATA OF RAFFAELLO HOTEL
THE FIRST ROOM WAS SO SMALL FOR 5, THE BEDS ARE NOT CONFORMABLE, THEY HAD TO MOVE US TO ANOTHER ROOM, THAT ROOM THE HEATER WASEN'T WORKING NEEDED TO MOVE TO ANOTHER ROOM. THE LAST ROOM THE BATHROOM WASEN'T WORKING NORMAL THE WATER SPILLS OUT OF THE TOILET. !!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
IN WINTER BE WELL PREPARED FOR THE WINDY CITY.,
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great Opera Weekend
This is a cozy hotel just a block from the Magnificent Mile. It is quiet, elegant, spacious, yet intimate. It is easy to walk to fine shopping, dining, and sight-seeing. Would highly recommend it.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Time-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Elegant shopping just a block away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Weekend Visit
Great location. Room had basics. For Deluxe Suite the bathroom was quite small, the sink quite small. One robe (when they know there are 2 people). Coffee maker did not work and was not replaced for 3 day stay. Staff in bar and out front where wonderful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Not Applicable
Dine at Bristol and The Publican. Great food!!!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
A Really Good Value
Our room was lovely, the staff was extremely pleasant, the rate was perfect, and the location of the hotel was perfect! We will stay at this hotel again in the future!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
city trip
very nice, clean, and close to the highligts of Chicago
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great Chicago experience
We went to Chicago to visit family and to enjoy exploring the city. The Raffaello Hotel is an attractive facility in a great location. The staff was pleasant and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable. We would happily return to the Raffaello in the future.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great location
One block from Magnificent Mile, easy bus access, walk to some restaurants, information center is close. Negative- only double beds in multiple bed rooms, would have preferred 2 queens.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Could have been great!
Excellent building in a great location. The first room we were shown was small with an alley view. After rejecting that we were given a good sized room on an upper floor with a nice view. The room was furnished nicely. Charging for web access is a negative, but unless the attitude of the entire staff is changed. , I would not recommend the Raffaelo. Not one smile or positive attitude in 3 days!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Long walk from hotel
Don't miss the Chicago Architecture Boat Tour on the Chicago River.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Italians do it well
Excellent place. Wonderful location. We were upgraded to a deluxe just because they had room. We ate at their restaurant and loved it. Great food and service.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4