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Awards and Affiliations
A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party Certified
This property participates in Green Seal, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.
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Property Amenities
Chicago's Essex Inn is centrally located along South Michigan Avenue, and within a mile of a number of attractions, including Loop-area theaters and businesses, the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, and the Art Institute of Chicago.
This Chicago hotel is distinguished by its sunlit, indoor pool surrounded by chaise lounges, and watched over by a lifeguard; stacks of extra towels, a drink machine, and oversized checker boards also help make it a favorite of families. A sauna and men's and women's locker rooms are at one end. A deck and rooftop garden complement the pool, while the adjacent fitness center offers six TVs, and a range of cardio and strength-training equipment including treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.
A business center is open 24 hours and features two computers with flat-screen monitors and high-speed Internet access, a printer, a laptop station (surcharges to use center). Fax and copy services are available through the front desk. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas.
During business hours, guests can hop aboard a complimentary shuttle, which runs to the John Hancock building, Navy Pier, and Museum Campus in Grant Park.
Valet parking (surcharge) is available, with limited space for SUVs and trucks.
Rooms
The 254 guestrooms at this Chicago hotel feature floor-to-ceiling windows, museum and art posters on the walls, and triple-sheeted duvets.
Complimentary wireless Internet access; cable TV offers 90 channels, including HBO; telephones feature voice mail.
All guestrooms offer refrigerators.
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Recreation
Chicago's Essex Inn features a rooftop indoor pool and two outdoor decks; all areas have plenty of seating. A lifeguard is in attendance from early morning until late night. Men and women have separate locker rooms. Guests can also enjoy the sauna, or work out in the fitness room, which offers several of each type of equipment, including treadmills and elliptical machines, plus free weights.
About five blocks from the hotel is the 20-mile path that runs along Lake Michigan, where guests can run, walk, bike, or skate. Bicycles, in-line skates, pedal-powered buggies, and Segways are available for rent at several beachfront locations.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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“I'd stay there again on my next chicago visit”
The staff were wonderful. They make you feel that you are welcome in the hotel. It's five minutes from McCormick Convention Plaza. Grant Park is just across it. It is in a quieter portion of Michigan, yet still in a safe neighborhood. It is neither too north nor too south in Michigan ave. You want to get a cab? cross the small street to Chicago Hilton and get a cab from the line in front. The perfect hotel for the business traveler.
“Little gem in downtown Chicago”
Excellent location. Great price. We come here often!
“Our stay at the Chicago Essex Inn”
We enjoyed out stay at your hotel. Staff was friendly, courteous & helpful. There was a rowdy group of girls making a lot of noise at night when we were ready to turn in for the night, but that was not really your fault. We should probably have called the front desk, but didn't.
“Excellent”
We will gladly return next time in Chicago. Good service, clean and well located.
“Great value for the price!”
Great value for the price and wonderful Michigan Ave./Grant Park location. Loved the pool, sauna, in room fridge and free shuttle to attractions. We were there as a family and happy...will return!
“Friendly Staff”
It was my parent's anniversary and I wanted to surprise them by upgrading their room to one with a great view of the park and the lake. I mentioned it at the front desk- fully prepared to pay for an upgrade- and the kind gentleman upgraded their room for no charge. My parents were over the moon with their view and larger room. The beds are very comfortable, and although small, the rooms are perfect for a one or two night stay.
“Great price - fantastic pool - perfect for a family sightseeing stay!!”
The hotel staff was extremely accommodating, eager to please, knowledgeable, and very friendly! Our room was wonderfully attended to - nicely neat, comfortable, & clean. A definite highlight for our family was the hotel's swimming pool. The location is fantastic for sight-seeing. It is close to the Shedd Aquarium, the Planetarium, the Field Museum, The Art Institute, Millennium Park, & Navy Pier. Oh, and did I mention it offers free shuttles? Fantastic hotel -- our family will be back!
“Great Hotel and Great Blues”
Easy to find the hotel and the staff was some of the best.Had a great time in Chicago and will come back.
“Solid Business Class Plus Hotel”
Delightful friendly staff. Full service greeting plus. Room was clean, nice amenities-- but a bit smaller than common in newer hotels. Nice hidden refrigerator in the room. Maid service excellent. Hotel toiletries, good quality. Hotel pool -- luxury class, a special treasure. Work out room well above average. I highly recommend the hotel for business travellers, and couples on romantic getaways.
“Solid Affordable Option”
I have stayed at the Essex in a couple of times now, and find it a very affordable option when I visit Chicago. The main attractions I typically want to do/see are the Art Institute and shopping on Michigan Ave - I would rather spend money on shopping than a fancy hotel room. There is a shuttle to the shopping area and it's easy to catch a cab if needed. The front desk and bell staff are very polite.
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The closest major airports to Chicago's Essex Inn are:
Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.) - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) - 26 km / 16.1 mi
The preferred airport for Chicago's Essex Inn is Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.).
Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.
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