Raffaello Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Honeymoon getaway
Love this hotel! Perfect location and the staff were great!
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Hershel Scott Smith
- May 5, 2013
Excellent Hotel
The Raffaello was a great hotel! The staff was wonderful and they even held our bags after checkout...
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City Girl B
- Apr 30, 2013
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. Raffaello Hotel offers Drumbar, a rooftop speakeasy-style inside lounge and outdoor garden terrace, found in the 18th floor.
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.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Elevators
- Activities
- Fitness center or spa
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Babysitting/Child services
- Safe deposit box
- Tour desk
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
- Accessible facilities
- Wheel chair access
- Public areas wheelchair accessible for disabled
- Wheelchair accessible elevators
- Ramp access to buildings
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.
Nearby points of interest
- John Hancock Center: 0.1 mi
- Drury Lane Theatre: 0.1 mi
- Water Tower: 0.1 mi
- Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.1 mi
- Seneca Park: 0.1 mi
- Lake Shore Park: 0.2 mi
- Oak Street Beach: 0.3 mi
- Terra Museum of American Art: 0.4 mi
- Holy Name Cathedral: 0.4 mi
- Michigan Avenue: 0.5 mi
- Washington Square Park: 0.5 mi
- Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.5 mi
- Chicago Historical Society: 0.5 mi
- North Michigan Avenue: 0.6 mi
- Tribune Tower: 0.6 mi
- John Hancock Center: 0.1 mi
- Drury Lane Theatre: 0.1 mi
- Water Tower: 0.1 mi
- Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.1 mi
- Seneca Park: 0.1 mi
- Lake Shore Park: 0.2 mi
- Oak Street Beach: 0.3 mi
- Terra Museum of American Art: 0.4 mi
- Holy Name Cathedral: 0.4 mi
- Michigan Avenue: 0.5 mi
- Washington Square Park: 0.5 mi
- Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.5 mi
- Chicago Historical Society: 0.5 mi
- North Michigan Avenue: 0.6 mi
- Tribune Tower: 0.6 mi
- Wrigley Building: 0.7 mi
- Lake Point Tower: 0.7 mi
- Museum of Broadcast Communications: 0.8 mi
- Marina City: 0.9 mi
- Children Museum: 0.9 mi
- Prudential Plaza: 1 mi
- Navy Pier: 1 mi
- Harold Washington College: 1 mi
- History Museum: 1 mi
- Chicago Theater: 1 mi
- Merchandise Mart: 1 mi
- Harris Theater: 1.1 mi
- Goodman Theatre: 1.1 mi
- Oriental Theatre: 1.1 mi
- Chicago Cultural Center: 1.1 mi
- Marshall Fields: 1.1 mi
- Pritzker Pavilion: 1.1 mi
- Cloud Gate: 1.2 mi
- Shubert Theatre: 1.2 mi
- City Hall: 1.2 mi
- Cadillac Palace Theatre: 1.2 mi
- State Street: 1.2 mi
- Crown Fountain: 1.2 mi
- North Avenue Beach: 1.3 mi
- Yacht Club: 1.3 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 1.3 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 1.4 mi
- Kendall College: 1.4 mi
- Symphony Center: 1.4 mi
- Chicago Architecture Foundation: 1.4 mi
Dining
- Glazed and Infused
- In the morning, head to the lobby for gourmet donuts from Glazed and Infused. The Chicago Tribune says the shop's eclectic selection is "so good it's difficult to pick a favorite."
- drumBar
- Drumbar, on the hotel's 18th floor is a multi-seasonal destination with a speakeasy style inside lounge and outdoor garden terrace. Drumbar is designed to deliver warmth, style, and an energetic spirit of old meets new.
- Pelago Ristorante
- Raffaello is also home to the distinguished Pelago Ristorante by Chef and Owner Mauro Mafrici. Pelago redefines upscale Italian dining with a focus on homemade pastas and seafood. The traditions of Italian cooking from the North to the South of Italy have been translated with a local twist and modern cooking flair to create a contemporary menu for an outstanding culinary journey.
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 (145)
Ratings and reviews for Raffaello Hotel
- All travelers (145) 4 / 5
- Business (29) 4 / 5
- Couples (56) 4 / 5
- Families (33) 4 / 5
- Friends (19) 4.1 / 5
- Singles (7) 3.9 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 3.9
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 4
71%
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
sparlington
Nice Stay except the $54.00 overnight parking charge
I really enjoyed my stay at The Raffaello Hotel. The room was really nice and clean. Great showerhead in the bathroom and I appreciate the mini fridge and microwave in the room. I only have two complaints. When I booked my room I was offered two complimentary drinks at the Drum Lounge. I stayed from Sunday to Monday and the lounge is closed both days so I feel like they should have done something else to make up for that. Next was parking. The overnight hotel parking rate is $54.00 which is absolutely ridiculous when there is a garage on the other side of the hotel with overnight parking for $30.00. That is a complete rip off. But overall very nice hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short drive from hotel
Park in the garage on the opposite side of the building (back). Its $30.00 overnight vs. $54.00 at the hotel.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Nanny O
Needed something
Left a list of things that needed fixing. Over all it was okay. For the price expected more. Staff was helpful and friendly. But the room was just ok. Almost on par with a Comfort Hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Time-saving tip:
Long walk from hotel
You can get to most place by foot, but the trolly pass for 3 days is the best value. Easy on and off at all the best places. Much safer the a cab.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
NLNLN
Weekend
Everything was fine until the 2nd night when I saw a few roaches in the bathroom. I realize getting the cheapest room in any hotel gets you very little. With that said, beware of getting a room on a lower floor that is practically right near some large vent. That thing is on 24/7. I would not stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Great location near everything
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Techmdman
My Stay at The Raffaello Hotel in Chicago
The purpose of my stay in Chicago was to catch a ball game and take in the sights and sounds of Chicago. My room was right next to some one who had a screaming and wailing baby. I complained to the front desk and told them this was unacceptable and asked to be moved. They immediately upgraded my room. I went from having a lousy corner single room on the 5th floor to a suite on the 10th floor with a fabulous view. In hind sight, I guess if I would have complained about the location of my room, they would've upgraded me too. The hotel staff was friendly and cordial. The quality of the room was superb!!! The carpet, the sofa, the chairs, and nightstands were immaculate! The bed sheets were of quality and the bed itself was very comfortable. It's was one of the cleanest rooms that I ever had the pleasure of staying it. The bathroom was clean and the shower was good. I did not like the fact that a temporary hold of $100 was put on my debit card for "incidentals" (use of exorbitant mini bar, the laundry, room service and other costly services). Also, they were originally going to put a temporary hold of $300 until I mentioned that I booked this hotel through a reputable hotel vendor service. None of the aforementioned was listed on the Raffaello Hotel site. Perhaps, this is standard practice but it was such a turn off. Luckily, there was a staff member there who agreed that placing a $300 temporary hold was way too much. In the way amenities there weren't any at the Raffaello (less you count the free USA Today). For starters there's a $9.99 charge to use the wireless internet in your room (24 hours of use) but it's free in the lobby. Overall, my stay at The Raffaello Hotel in Chicago was a pleasant one. The Hotel is off the beaten path of the main noisy tourist stomp and my room was impressively clean and orderly!! The hotel is quiet but the small and hot European elevators left much to be desired!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Mc Donald's, 7-Eleven, Walgreens are all in a 10 minute walk as well as a liquor store. You won't get lost in down town Chicago! The key is to choose one of the many sky scraping and soaring buildings as your visual land marks. And if you get an opportunity take in a Sox for Cubs game if you visit during the spring or summer!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Little horse
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
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cuni
Excellent Hotel
Excellent hotel and very neat. It should have downstairs a bigger place for coffee service, since everyone is drinking coffee between 7 and 8am sometimes the thermos were empty.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
June 2010 Stay
Just rested in the room. Only disappointing thing is I was not able to do a late checkout. I also made reservations for 1 King Bed and got 2 Queens. Otherwise, hotel was nice.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Park in the self lot across the street.
