Raffaello Hotel
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Hotel Overview
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:
- 3.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Perfectly located; Great boutique hotel
This was a return stay at the Raffaello and it didn't disappoint. We were in Chicago to celebrate an anniversary. It was a magical few days. Saw the Matisse at the AIC and lucked into tickets for CSO's sold out Beetoven 9th. We would return and highly recommend it to friends.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Not Applicable
Get a CTA bus pass and use the money you save on cabs to take a Chicago Architecture Foundation tour... either the river cruise or the Frank Lloyd Wright tour of Oak Park homes and the Unity Temple. CAF tours are the real thing.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Unbeatable location for the price.
I have stayed at this hotel before and really liked it. The restaurant opened just after my last stay; it is a great addition to the property; the food is wonderful. They have carved out a very small but charming bar out of one end of the lobby. Had a superb dirty martini with hand-stuffed blue cheese olives. No specific bar food right now but the room service menu is available for bar service.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
UofC Mom
Great value hotel with great location
Very nice hotel in a great location; lots of restaurants, shopping; reasonably priced parking garage (for downtown Chicago)for hotel guests across the street; within easy walking distance of the Lake Michigan "boardwalk".
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
A large farmers market on Saturdays, with flowers, veggies, etc. in front of the Modern Art Museum.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
great location, nice rooms
very reasonable for the price. gold coast for 140 bucks, not too shabby. would stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
water tower place, hancock building next door.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Very pleasant place to stay
Room was clean, big and renovated. Bathroom needs little renovation, but it was clean and nice. Service at the front desk very nice. Very poor bar.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
great getaway
Great hotel location, very clean and sleeping on the bed there was like sleeping at home that is great feeling, Nice staff. Next time we are in chicago raffaello hotel is our hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
black barbie
Great hotel for a great price!
We were very pleased with our stay at the Rafaello. The non-smoking aspect was a big plus because we HATE the smell of smoke, and the place was very clean. We stayed overnight and in the city for two days for our anniversary, and you can't beat the location: less than a block away from Michigan Ave., very close to shopping and dining. The room isn't huge, but that's to be expected in the city. The bed was comfortable, the view was great, and it was actually very quiet. Overall we had a great stay, and we would recommend this hotel to anyone.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The breakfast at the hotel is room service only, so the place to get breakfast is just around the block in the Seneca hotel at the Chestnut Street Cafe. Great food and big portions, we got out for $20 for both of us.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Very nice surprise.
After spending nights in overpriced chain hotels with small bathrooms, and limited service, we arrived at the hotel and were greeted with a smiling face who quickly took charge of luggage, whew. Room was large and even had two chairs!! Bathroom was big, modern, and totally a change from chains. Staff was friendly. The restaurant in the hotel had the best ravioli I have ever had. Learned that they make their pasta fresh every day. Bravo! Minor negatives. Bed was installed backwards with a sharp edge. Cut leg!! Quickly remedied when complaint to front desk was corroborated by housekeeping staff. Room guide needs major revision. Phone numbers wrong. TV channel guide wrong. Needs way more useful information for guests, e.g., restaurants, close Starbucks, etc. Room reservations were a nightmare. Finally remedied by on duty manager.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Very big surprise.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
february violet
Great hotel!
Where do I begin. My daughter and I came to Chicago for a quick shopping trip. Since we were driving, it was so wonderful to be able to check in early and hit the shops. The hotel is a block off Michigan avenue, but it has the feel of being in a residential area which we really enjoyed. The room was very clean and comfortably large. The lay out made it feel homey. We liked the touch of having a vanity and makeup mirror with available plugs for curling irons, etc. When I return, I will stay at this hotel again.
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
Anonymous
Great location
I took my daughters on a quick trip. We loved being right next to the John Hancock Building and close to everything.....Navy Pier, the Zoo, the Parks, and the shopping. Loved it.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
