Le Meridien Essex Chicago
- City view
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
- Baggage storage
- Heating
About this property
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 1969 feet from Grant Park, 2625 feet from Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and 2625 feet from DePaul University. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 16 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gene
United States
“The rooms were clean and comfortable. I prefer rooms that do not have carpeting. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The location was great. We did get a deal on Booking.com and felt the price we paid was well worth it.” - Mrs
United States
“The staff was amazing. Extremely friendly and helpful. The facility was very clean and the restaurant had good food and drinks.” - Jasmine
United States
“The room was phenomenal and great location. Everything in walking distance honestly.” - Staten
United States
“Location was great! Restaurant breakfast was very good. Parking garage right behind hotel was convenient and less expensive than valet parking ($77 day), but still pricey ($46/day).” - Melissa
United States
“I love this hotel, has great service friendly! It’s quiet. No one bothers you. It’s clean. Comfortable always smells good when you come into the lobby. I wish you stay longer! They come make your bed and bring you fresh towels every day” - Ellis
United States
“The location was perfect, the front counter people were more than great” - Mcwilliams
United States
“Great location. The restaurant and bar staff was great as well. Very clean. Quiet and relaxing.” - Isela
United States
“Everything, front desk representative; he was amazingly nice!! That’s what made my stay great from the beginning” - Torri
United States
“The location and the reception staff were very welcoming. We also really enjoyed the room!” - Emily
United States
“The friendliness and hospitality of the staff exceeded expectations, as well as the cleanliness of the entire facility”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Grant Park Bistro
- CuisineFrench
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
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 $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.