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21c Museum Hotel Chicago

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near 360 CHICAGO
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Suite (21C) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

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55 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Millennium Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Art Institute of Chicago
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Navy Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(127 reviews)
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 649 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (21C) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite (21C)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, 21c Museum Hotel Chicago is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as 360 CHICAGO and Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. This 4-star hotel has 297 guestrooms and offers a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Millennium Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Willis Tower - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 4 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Shops at North Bridge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eataly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬2 min walk

About this property

21c Museum Hotel Chicago

Hotel with a restaurant, near 360 CHICAGO
At 21c Museum Hotel Chicago, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for USD 80 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a computer station.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 43-inch plasma TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, coffee makers, and safes. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 40 for adults and USD 20 to 40 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lure Fishbar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (33 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 17 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch plasma TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 29.35 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 40 for adults, and USD 20 to 40 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 80 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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James Chicago
James Hotel
James Hotel Chicago
James Chicago Hotel
Chicago James Hotel
James Chicago Hotel Chicago
James Chicago-Magnificent Mile Hotel
James Mile Hotel
21c Museum Hotel Chicago Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

21c Museum Hotel Chicago provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

As of Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago on Jul 6, 2025 start from $139.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago, just steps from Michigan Avenue and State Street, and within a short walk of Chicago Riverwalk. You'll also find Millennium Park and Lake Michigan less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 80 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does 21c Museum Hotel Chicago include a casino at the property?

No, 21c Museum Hotel Chicago doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does 21c Museum Hotel Chicago have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does 21c Museum Hotel Chicago feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, 21c Museum Hotel Chicago serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Lure Fishbar.

Does 21c Museum Hotel Chicago allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Does 21c Museum Hotel Chicago have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

The closest major airport to 21c Museum Hotel Chicago is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 13.2 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 17.7 mi away (35-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago.

Does 21c Museum Hotel Chicago have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago.

21c Museum Hotel Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1004 out of 1713 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1713 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1713 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1713 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1713 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

LUIS

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is nice but lacks of good customer service also also room cleaning has room for improvement big time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Brea

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

MEHDI

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a hotel inside a art museum... the artwork was very nice... The handle in shower got stuck on the first day and service came in 5 minutes and no other issues.. Staff was great... check in and out was smooth... I didn't like that parking was 75 dollars a day so we parked at another parking place next door... and fees and extra deposits were unexpected but the experience and weekend was great... I would stay at this hotel again....
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was amazing and unique, request an interior room view if you can they offer something really cool to those rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great option for center city Chicago

A great hotel in a great location. The museum concept sets it apart. Rooms are very spacious for a center city hotel. The independent restaurant in the hotel does a great job with their food. Happy hour is a great deal & the oysters were excellent. Very fresh every day. Don’t frown at the daily resort fee. It gets you 21% off all food at the restaurant your entire stay & entrance to the exhibits.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Georgia, New York

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself and very nice and the staff is great. Our room had more than a few hiccups but I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria, Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eun Chan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Reagan

Liked: Cleanliness
very mid
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz, Montclair

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, good price, nice stay for a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur, Caledonia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lana

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, was able to check in early with no issues. bed was so comfy pillows like a dream! Hallways to room had stained walls and missing baseboards.. I was worried seeing this on the way to our room, but was very pleased with the cleanliness of the room itself. 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal stay and friendly staff !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cesar who works at the front desk was amazing. He was everything you need and more from the front desk. He took time to share suggestions for local events and places to get excellent dinner options. He showed us some of the museum on site. If you need a secluded sitting room the 2nd floor has the perfect room to relax and enjoy a book.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff was pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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