The Drake Hotel - Chicago

$$$$||View on mapChicago, United States of America140 East Walton Place, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60611-1501|
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The Drake Hotel - Chicago
140 East Walton Place, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60611-1501·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Staff9.1
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.3
Who stays here
Couples34%
Families29%
Solo13%
Business12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Staff9.1
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.3
Who stays here
Couples34%
Families29%
Solo13%
Business12%

Historic 4-star Chicago hotel on the Magnificent Mile with lake views

History & Location

The Drake opened in 1920 and has hosted celebrities and dignitaries ever since. The hotel sits at the head of the Magnificent Mile, steps from Oak Street Beach and the shops of the Gold Coast. Guests have direct access to the hotel's arcade level with luxury shopping and dining.

Dining & Live Entertainment

Coq d'Or Restaurant & Lounge serves live jazz music and classic cocktails nightly. Palm Court offers a traditional high tea service accompanied by a live harpist on select afternoons. The hotel also houses a coffee shop on site, Lavazza, for quick breakfast and lunch items.

Rooms & Views

Each of the 535 rooms includes premium bedding and marble bathrooms with deluxe amenities. Select guest rooms offer stunning views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen HD TV, iPod docking station, and air conditioning.

Family-Friendly Offerings

The Drake provides a children's high tea service through its Palm Court and partners with local toy shops for in-room treats. The hotel is within walking distance of Navy Pier and the Art Institute of Chicago. Family rooms are available with space for up to four guests.

Business & Events

The Drake offers versatile event spaces for meetings, weddings, and special occasions with catering from on-site restaurants. A 24-hour business center with fax/photocopying services is available for guests. The hotel also provides comprehensive security features including CCTV, smoke detectors, and key card access.

  • Location: Head of the Magnificent Mile, 3 min walk from Oak Street Beach
  • Rooms: 535 rooms with premium bedding and marble bathrooms, lake views available
  • Dining: Coq d'Or live jazz bar, Palm Court high tea, Lavazza coffee shop
  • Family: Children's high tea service and local toy shop partnerships
  • Business: 24-hour business center and meeting/banquet facilities for up to 300 guests
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 15.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Spanish
Building
Year renovated:2010
Number of floors:10
Number of rooms:534
Former name
The Drake
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    155 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    155 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Deluxe King Room
  • Room size:

    250 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Handicap parking

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Video games

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Jacuzzi

Room view

  • Lake view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Drake Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 163 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.9 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 13.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Midway International, MDW

Location

140 East Walton Place, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60611-1501
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140 East Walton Place, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60611-1501
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140 East Walton Place, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60611-1501
  • City landmarks
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360 Chicago Observation Deck
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Beach
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Oak Street
100 yd
Museums
Loyola University Museum of Art
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Shopping Area
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