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Le Meridien Essex Chicago

800 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago Loop, Chicago, IL 60605, United States of America – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 510 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.0
Very Good
510 reviews

Nice, clean room, comfortable bed, everything felt/looked very elegant/luxurious, even the little gym was not bad at all (for a hotel gym)

Ivan United States of America

Loved the location, the comfortable Eames chair next to the floor to ceiling windows next was great for enjoying the view. We had dinner and breakfast at the Grant Park Bistro in the lobby, food and service was great. Liked the extra details - qi charger on the alarm clock, robe and slippers, bluetooth speaker / bathroom mirror.

Ruth United States of America

the rooms are very updated and aesthetically pleasing.

Gabrielle United States of America

close proximity to all the attractions in the Loop

Alexandria United States of America

This was the nicest and most comfortable stay I’ve ever had. I will be coming back for vacation!

Mariah United States of America

Great location. Staff was excellent. Espresso machine was a very nice surprise.

Kemmerer United States of America

location was good, on site restaurant was very good, room was good.

Kathleen United States of America

Love the bathroom the Bluetooth mirror was the best feature in the bathroom.

Kourtney United States of America

The staff was friendly and patient. The room was very clean. They were able to accommodate me and get me a room even though I came a few hours before check in.

Tuka United States of America

cleanliness, friendly staff, and great location to the marathon

Ralph United States of America
8.0
Very Good
510 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Nice, clean room, comfortable bed, everything felt/looked very elegant/luxurious, even the little gym was not bad at all (for a hotel gym)”
    Ivan Ivan United States of America United States of America
  • “Loved the location, the comfortable Eames chair next to the floor to ceiling windows next was great for enjoying the view.”
    Ruth Ruth United States of America United States of America
  • “the rooms are very updated and aesthetically pleasing.”
    Gabrielle Gabrielle United States of America United States of America
  • “close proximity to all the attractions in the Loop”
    Alexandria Alexandria United States of America United States of America
  • “This was the nicest and most comfortable stay I’ve ever had. I will be coming back for vacation!”
    Mariah Mariah United States of America United States of America
  • “Great location. Staff was excellent. Espresso machine was a very nice surprise.”
    Kemmerer Kemmerer United States of America United States of America
  • “location was good, on site restaurant was very good, room was good.”
    Kathleen Kathleen United States of America United States of America
  • “Love the bathroom the Bluetooth mirror was the best feature in the bathroom.”
    Kourtney Kourtney United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff was friendly and patient. The room was very clean. They were able to accommodate me and get me a room even though I came a few hours before check in.”
    Tuka Tuka United States of America United States of America
  • “cleanliness, friendly staff, and great location to the marathon”
    Ralph Ralph United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff8.5
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.7
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location9.0
  • Free WiFi8.8
8.0
Very Good
510 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
Filters
City view
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Safe
Baggage storage
Heating
Elevator

Hotel Essex includes a terrace with city views and free high speed WiFi access. Ideally located within steps of the best Chicago experiences, the Essex is 1.4 mi away from the world famous Chicago Museum Campus.

An iPod/MP3 dock and a flat-screen cable TV are standard in every guest room with colorful décor and rich wood accents at the Hotel Essex. Rooms include a refrigerator, and a desk as well.

At the Hotel Essex you will find a modern fitness center with state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment.

The hotel is 1,950 feet from Grant Park, 2,650 feet from Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and 2,650 feet from DePaul University. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 16 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Chicago, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Le Meridien Essex Chicago has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 7, 2014
Hotel chain/brand:
Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts

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Most popular amenities
Parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Restaurant
Room service
Facilities for disabled guests
24-hour front desk
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Chicago, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0

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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ivan
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Nice, clean room, comfortable bed, everything felt/looked very elegant/luxurious, even the little gym was not bad at all (for a hotel gym)”
  • Ruth
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Loved the location, the comfortable Eames chair next to the floor to ceiling windows next was great for enjoying the view. We had dinner and breakfast at the Grant Park Bistro in the lobby, food and service was great. Liked the extra details -...”
  • Gabrielle
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “the rooms are very updated and aesthetically pleasing.”
  • Alexandria
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “close proximity to all the attractions in the Loop”
  • M
    Mariah
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “This was the nicest and most comfortable stay I’ve ever had. I will be coming back for vacation!”
  • Kemmerer
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Great location. Staff was excellent. Espresso machine was a very nice surprise.”
  • Kathleen
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “location was good, on site restaurant was very good, room was good.”
  • Kourtney
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Love the bathroom the Bluetooth mirror was the best feature in the bathroom.”
  • Tuka
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The staff was friendly and patient. The room was very clean. They were able to accommodate me and get me a room even though I came a few hours before check in.”
  • Ralph
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “cleanliness, friendly staff, and great location to the marathon”
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days
  • Ïs there a microwave and fridge in room
    Yes, rooms are equipped with a smart mini-fridge. The control panel allows guests to individualize the user experience with ON/OFF, SNOOZE, and QUICK ..
    Answered on 5 August 2020
  • how old do you have to be to check in
    Minimum age to reserve and check-in is 21 with valid ID.
    Answered on 17 August 2020
  • Is there a safe in the room for valuables?
    Yes, a secure and fire-resistant safe is in-room to protect your valuables.
    Answered on 5 August 2020
  • Do you offer free shuttles or with a small fee to the McCormick Place or somewhere very near there?
    Unfortunately, the hotel does not offer shuttle services. However, the property is conveniently located where public transportation is readily available.
    Answered on 5 August 2020
  • How far to the metro train
    From the Red line we are 5 minutes from the Harrison train
    Answered on 1 September 2022
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Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
  • Grant Park Bistro
    • Cuisine
      French
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Amenities of Le Meridien Essex Chicago
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular amenities
Parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Restaurant
Room service
Facilities for disabled guests
24-hour front desk
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs $72 per day.
  • Valet parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Ukrainian

House rules

Le Meridien Essex Chicago takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Le Meridien Essex Chicago accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Le Meridien Essex Chicago

  • Le Meridien Essex Chicago offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center

  • Room options at Le Meridien Essex Chicago include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Le Meridien Essex Chicago may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Le Meridien Essex Chicago is 0.7 miles from the center of Chicago.

  • Le Meridien Essex Chicago has 1 restaurant:

    • Grant Park Bistro

  • Check-in at Le Meridien Essex Chicago is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.