The Drake Hotel
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--IL/Chicago/The_Drake_Hotel.h246948/
Hotel Overview
Two nights downtown
Being able to afford a stay at the here was unexpected, but cost only $11/night less than a rather...
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Darrell the Curious
- Apr 23, 2013
Awesome stay
Hotel has class written all over. Beautiful location, views and great food.
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Rohitlyn
- Apr 8, 2013
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Smoke-free policy
- Pets allowed
- Activities
- Exercise gym
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- O`Hare Intl Airport, (ORD), 14.00, MI, NW; Chicago Midway Airport, (MDW), 17.00, MI, SW;
Nearby points of interest
- Water Tower: 0.1 mi
- John Hancock Center: 0.1 mi
- Drury Lane Theatre: 0.1 mi
- Oak Street Beach: 0.2 mi
- Seneca Park: 0.2 mi
- Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.2 mi
- Lake Shore Park: 0.3 mi
- Michigan Avenue: 0.3 mi
- Holy Name Cathedral: 0.4 mi
- Washington Square Park: 0.4 mi
- Chicago Historical Society: 0.4 mi
- Terra Museum of American Art: 0.4 mi
- Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.5 mi
- North Michigan Avenue: 0.6 mi
- Tribune Tower: 0.7 mi
- Water Tower: 0.1 mi
- John Hancock Center: 0.1 mi
- Drury Lane Theatre: 0.1 mi
- Oak Street Beach: 0.2 mi
- Seneca Park: 0.2 mi
- Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.2 mi
- Lake Shore Park: 0.3 mi
- Michigan Avenue: 0.3 mi
- Holy Name Cathedral: 0.4 mi
- Washington Square Park: 0.4 mi
- Chicago Historical Society: 0.4 mi
- Terra Museum of American Art: 0.4 mi
- Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.5 mi
- North Michigan Avenue: 0.6 mi
- Tribune Tower: 0.7 mi
- Wrigley Building: 0.7 mi
- Museum of Broadcast Communications: 0.8 mi
- Lake Point Tower: 0.8 mi
- History Museum: 0.9 mi
- Marina City: 0.9 mi
- Children Museum: 1 mi
- Harold Washington College: 1 mi
- Prudential Plaza: 1 mi
- Merchandise Mart: 1.1 mi
- Navy Pier: 1.1 mi
- Chicago Theater: 1.1 mi
- Goodman Theatre: 1.1 mi
- Harris Theater: 1.1 mi
- Oriental Theatre: 1.1 mi
- Chicago Cultural Center: 1.1 mi
- Marshall Fields: 1.2 mi
- North Avenue Beach: 1.2 mi
- Pritzker Pavilion: 1.2 mi
- Cloud Gate: 1.2 mi
- City Hall: 1.2 mi
- Cadillac Palace Theatre: 1.2 mi
- Shubert Theatre: 1.2 mi
- State Street: 1.3 mi
- Crown Fountain: 1.3 mi
- Kendall College: 1.3 mi
- Bank of America Theatre: 1.4 mi
- Yacht Club: 1.4 mi
- Art Institute of Chicago: 1.4 mi
- Opera House: 1.4 mi
- Symphony Center: 1.5 mi
Dining
- Restaurant
- onsite
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- 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. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz
Guest Reviews (155)
Ratings and reviews for The Drake Hotel
- All travelers (155) 4.4 / 5
- Business (17) 4 / 5
- Couples (87) 4.4 / 5
- Families (16) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (17) 4.6 / 5
- Singles (14) 4.4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.1
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.5
- Location:
- 4.8
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great weekend!!!
The staff here was very helpful and very friendly. The location is right on the magnificent mile on Michigan Avenue and the John Hancock Tower.
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
Wonderful time
Lovely hotel. Great downtown location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Grandma of 3
Anniversary Weekend Away
We had a wonderful - despite the fact we did not get the promised robes - but we had great service otherwise - the food at this hotel is to die for. My husband and I would do it all over again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
The Cape Cod Resturant was delicious.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Outstanding!
Gorgeous hotel with an outstanding staff. Great location downtown. Will stay again next time we are back in Chicago.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Fine dining and shopping within 1 block.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Classic and gorgeous hotel!
The Drake is a beautiful and historic hotel. The bed was a little wobbly however and there was a spot on the stool by the bed. Many amenities, such as an exercise rooms and various on-site restaurants.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sam the fixit man
A truly classic hotel
Excellent service from arrival to checkout, beautiful décor in a world class destination what more could be asked?
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Check out Hot tix for half price theater tickets 163 E. PEARSON, Chicago (At Michigan Avenue, in the Water Works Visitor Center.)
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Expensive, but great location
We've stayed at the Drake Hotel 5 times before, and we really like the history and beauty of the hotel, but some things have changed this time, and we weren't exactly happy about it. They sent us to a room which wasn't ready at all which was very disturbing, and they weren't very apologetic about it, or even offer us an upgrade. They used to give you a free bottle of water in your room on the first day, now they want a WHOPPING $7.00 for ONE bottle! Hard to believe,and even given this economy today, it's way out of line. We like the rooms, the location, the hotel itself, and the room service is adequate. We had noisy neighbors this time, though, who partied until 1:30 a.m., and we could hear it all through the walls. There also seemed to be a lot of people how don't know how to close a door quietly, and there was a lot of loud slamming of doors at all hours of the morning and night. It wasn't the most pleasant stay we had, but all in all, we'll probably be back, if not for anything else but our yearly tradition.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Be sure to visit the beautiful John Hancock building a few short steps away from the hotel. It's magnificent and we visit it at least twice each time we're in Chicago. The view from the 94th floor observatory is breathtaking. We like it a lot better than the Sears tower, which is only a few floors higher. We think the view is so much nicer from the John Hancock. There's also plenty of shopping and nightlife very close by.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Only place to stay in Chicago for me
This was my second time staying at the Drake Hotel and will not be my last. The 1st time I stayed at the Drake was for a wedding that was actually at the Drake. This time I flew in from Cleveland to Propose to the love of my life. The only Hotel I would consider in Chicago is the Drake. Great atmosphere and location! You can't go wrong.
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
Great Hotel
Great hotel, great location
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Huge Need For Improvement
As a seasoned international traveler for business and a slightly less seasoned traveler for vacations, this is the worst hotel for the money I have ever stayed in. The location was great and the staff quite helpful. The room was a joke for the price. My 2 day stay in the heart of Chicago was far from enjoyable. Upon arrival, the refrigerator was broken. A call was put in for a replacement refrigerator that was delivered the next day. It finally got cold by the day I left. I and my friend had to use a hotel garbage can filled with ice to keep anything cold. Every food item we brought back had to be thrown out, since the replacement refrigerator never cooled enough. Beautiful location, but I cannot recommend anyone to stay there.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
If you are looking for some nice stores, Louis Vuitton, Bvlgari, they're very close. The John Hancock Building is close too and has some great city views.
