$149 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: May 26, 2013 Check-out: May 27, 2013

The Palmer House Hilton

4 stars
17 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
562 reviews
Loved i!

The staff was kind , friendly, and attentive , the decor is sumptious and the beds and linens... See full review

  • nora and her mum
  • May 10, 2013
Great Business Experience

Great location and value. The executive floor is well worth the extra expense as the continental... See full review

  • Cowabunga Joe
  • May 10, 2013
Step into the lobby of Palmer House® A Hilton hotel and gaze at the famous frescoed ceiling of this landmark Chicago, Illinois hotel. This AAA four-diamond rated hotel has been hosting visitors to the Chicago Loop for over 140 years. Today, the Palmer House Hilton continues to thrive in the heart of the theatre and financial district, just steps from the Art Institute, Millennium Park and State Street shopping. A short walk away is Grant Park where summer festivals take place. Family attractions like the Chicago Children’s Museum and Navy Pier are just a quick cab ride away.Enjoy comfort and elegance in your Guest room or suite at this Chicago hotel. Amenities include flat-screen TVs and wireless internet access. Elegant suites feature abundant space with comfortable seating and wet bar areas, creating an ideal setting for entertaining. On the Executive Level you can enjoy private check-in, complimentary continental breakfast, hot and cold beverages, and an honor bar with evening appetizers.This Chicago hotel features 130,000 sq. ft. of function space with over 77 meeting rooms, seven ballrooms and two exhibition halls. Lockwood Restaurant and Bar, located just off the lobby, is open throughout the day serving contemporary American cuisine. Small plates and classic cocktails are served in Potters Lounge. Balance Spa features 14 treatment rooms including hydrotherapy services for the ultimate pampering. The fitness center offers over 10,000 sq. ft. of cardio and free weight equipment, an indoor pool, whirlpool, and saun

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
General
Pets allowed
Activities
Pool
Exercise gym
Jacuzzi
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet

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Hotel Map

41.8801 -87.6269
Nearby airports
O`Hare Intl Airport, (ORD), 18.00, MI, SE; Chicago Midway Airport, (MDW), 12.00, MI, NE; Gary RegionalAirport, (GYY), 25.00, MI, SE;

Nearby points of interest

  • Bank of America Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Symphony Center: 0.1 mi
  • Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.1 mi
  • State Street: 0.1 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago: 0.2 mi
  • Shubert Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Crown Fountain: 0.2 mi
  • Marshall Fields: 0.3 mi
  • Cloud Gate: 0.3 mi
  • Harold Washington Library: 0.3 mi
  • Chicago Cultural Center: 0.3 mi
  • Auditorium Building: 0.3 mi
  • Chicago Board of Trade: 0.3 mi
  • Oriental Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Pritzker Pavilion: 0.3 mi
  • Bank of America Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Symphony Center: 0.1 mi
  • Chicago Architecture Foundation: 0.1 mi
  • State Street: 0.1 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago: 0.2 mi
  • Shubert Theatre: 0.2 mi
  • Crown Fountain: 0.2 mi
  • Marshall Fields: 0.3 mi
  • Cloud Gate: 0.3 mi
  • Harold Washington Library: 0.3 mi
  • Chicago Cultural Center: 0.3 mi
  • Auditorium Building: 0.3 mi
  • Chicago Board of Trade: 0.3 mi
  • Oriental Theatre: 0.3 mi
  • Pritzker Pavilion: 0.3 mi
  • City Hall: 0.3 mi
  • Goodman Theatre: 0.4 mi
  • Chicago Theater: 0.4 mi
  • Harris Theater: 0.4 mi
  • Cadillac Palace Theatre: 0.4 mi
  • Harold Washington College: 0.4 mi
  • Prudential Plaza: 0.4 mi
  • Sears Tower: 0.4 mi
  • Printers Square: 0.5 mi
  • Buckingham Fountain: 0.5 mi
  • Chicago Mercantile Exchange: 0.6 mi
  • Marina City: 0.6 mi
  • Yacht Club: 0.6 mi
  • Opera House: 0.6 mi
  • Carson Pirie Scott: 0.6 mi
  • Grant Park: 0.6 mi
  • Museum of Broadcast Communications: 0.6 mi
  • Wrigley Building: 0.7 mi
  • Merchandise Mart: 0.7 mi
  • Union Station: 0.7 mi
  • Tribune Tower: 0.7 mi
  • North Michigan Avenue: 0.8 mi
  • Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.9 mi
  • Terra Museum of American Art: 1 mi
  • Field Museum of Natural History: 1.1 mi
  • Lake Point Tower: 1.1 mi
  • Shedd Aquarium: 1.1 mi
  • Holy Name Cathedral: 1.1 mi
  • Children Museum: 1.2 mi
  • Seneca Park: 1.2 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.

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Guest Reviews (562)

Ratings and reviews for The Palmer House Hilton

Overall score

4.1 / 5
562 out of 562
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.7
Value:
3.9

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Nov 30, 2008

Great Hotel

After recently staying at The Palmer House Hilton in Chicago I am home telling everyone I know how great a city it was and how wonderful the hotel was. The room was stylish, clean and very comfortable. The housekeeping was well and the staff were very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this hotel.

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

The Art Institute of Chicago is a very short walk away. Their is also a great shopping district directly on the street the hotel is located on.

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
South Bend
Aug 24, 2008

convenient location

We really liked the convenience of the location of this hotel to shopping, dining, art museum. I was very clean, the bed was very comfortable and all in all, it was a great experience.

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

this hotel was right in the heart of the chicago loop, close to the art museum, shopping and restaurants

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Wheaton, IL
Jul 27, 2008

Great Location

Near everything, museums, Millenium park, Buckingham Fountain.

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

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Feb 17, 2008

PALMER HOUSE HILTON

wHILE OUR STAY WAS SHORT WE FOUND THIS HOTEL TO VERY NICE. RECENTLY UPDATED ROOMS, ESAY CHECK IN AND OUT, AND FINE DINNING DOWN IN THE LOBBY. THE LOCATION WAS JUST MINUTES FROM THE SEARS TOWER, SHEDD AQUAIREUM, SOILDER FIELD, AND MANY MORE PLACES.

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

DITKAS RESTRAUNT WAS FANTASTIC BETTER BRING AN APPETITE

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Sep 1, 2008

great scenery

Was great but take your coffee pot.

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

Lake michigan and navy pier

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Aug 10, 2008

Great location

The palmer house is nicely located within walking distance to many of the great places in Chicago. I stayed on the executive floor, which had its own lobby with plasma TVs and complimentry snacks and beverages. The room was kind of small but nicely done. The king size bed was defiently the best part, very comfortable! In hotel dinning was very good, a little upscale and pricey. My stay I was completly satisfied. I would defiently stay here again!

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

Great skyline from millenium park.

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Madison
Aug 31, 2008

Great Location, great hotel

The Palmer House is located within a short walking distance from Macys on State Street for great shopping, the Art Institute, Grant Park, Millenium Park and other must see sights of Chicago. The grand lobby is beautiful and the rooms clean and well appointed. We were very happy with our stay.

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

Broadway show theaters, Filene's Basement, TJ Maxx, etc.

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Salem
Oct 14, 2008

GREAT LOCATION FOR BUSINESS OR PLEASURE

The Palmer House Hotel is centrally located in downtown Chicago. Check-in was professionally and easily completed. The hotel staff was knowlegable, helpful, and friendly. The concierge and the doorman were helpful with information about the hotel, city, and transportation to and from the airport. The hotel was only a block from the Art Institute, about five blocks from the Magnificient Mile, only a mile from the Field Museum of History, 25 minutes from the Oriental Institute, twenty minutes from Navy Pier for dining, seeing the city from Lake Michigan, and enjoying the fabulous architectural tour on the Chicago River. The restuarants at the hotel were wonderful; the restuarants close to the hotel were excellent. Chicago is a friendly city with lots of places to see and dine. The taxi drivers were courteous and proceeded directly to desired location. The room was exceptionally clean, with plenty of soft white towels, and very quiet.

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

Business

Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Macy's, Carson-Pirie-Scott, the Magnificient Mile, Bloomingdales.

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Arlington, VA
Aug 3, 2008

Great location, very comfortable place stay

This was my forst time in Chicago, and the location was just unbeatable. I stayed in the hotel for three nights, and was a great stay. The Bed was ver comfortable, although the room was not very well designed, i.e. could have been laid out in a better way, but furniture itself was good and clean. Service was great, and the staff was extremely helpful and corteous, The bathroom was big and well kept, but giving the rank of the hotel I would expect it to be a bit more luxurious, toiletery, tub, lighting, tub etc... Overall experience is excellent, and I would certainly recommend the hotel.

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

Business

Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

very close to almost everything the downtown can offer- I have done lots of walking to explore the loop, the significant mile, and the park greenway along the lake

Review of The Palmer House Hilton

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Nov 30, 2008

My review of The Palmer House Hilton

The Palmer House Hilton (Chicago) is fantastically decorated: the lobby has a great faux art ceiling and the rooms are in an art deco style. The staff are very accomodating. The hotel is accessible by train and many shops, restaurants and the Art Gallery are nearby. While the hotel has much going for it, I was irked - on more than one occasion - by the penny pinching that goes on. I could be less charitable and say that there was a lot of money grabbing attempts - for example, there is no complimentary tea/coffee in the rooms but there is Starbucks on the lower level; the paper comes everyday (except weekends) but the price is factored into your bill and you must cancel the paper delivery and ask for the payment credit; you must pay extra to use the fitness center/gym; if you want a 1-2 hour late checkout the charge is $25 and the price increases exponentially after that.

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