Swissotel Chicago is located where the Chicago River meets the Lakefront. Designed by noted Chicago architect Harry Weese - Swissotels... more »
Swissotel Chicago is located where the Chicago River meets the Lakefront. Designed by noted Chicago architect Harry Weese - Swissotels Chicago*s famous triangular structure offers the most spectacular views of Grant Park and Lake Michigan. Total room renovation completed in 2009.
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Swissôtel Chicago, Where the River meets the Lake.
Swissôtel Chicago is an all-glass triangular hotel, wedged into the confluence of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan and has fabulous wrap-around views from Navy Pier to Millennium Park. The hotel is close to many Chicago attractions, including Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium, The Art Institute of Chicago and within easy access of Chicago's airports.
Swissôtel Chicago offers 632 tastefully decorated and generously oversized rooms and suites, designed by noted Chicago architect, Harry Weese. Each one of the hotel guest rooms features several amenities to make your stay comfortable and include a large desk, multi-line phones with voicemail and remote message retrieval. Swiss Business Advantage rooms feature CD players as well as high-speed and wireless Internet service.
Swiss?tel Chicago's personalized service and luxurious accommodations, along with its European elegance, provide the perfect setting for distinguished tastes. Our staff caters to the needs and specifications of the discerning traveler and ensures guests have a memorable stay in our Chicago hotel.
Swiss?tel Chicago's offers a variety of cultural and shopping weekend packages.
Official Hotel Information
Location. The Swissotel-Chicago soars 43 stories alongside the Chicago River in downtown Chicago, Ill. This property is located three blocks from Lake Michigan and the Lakefront Running Path. An underground passageway connects the hotel to the urban Illinois Center and Michigan Avenue, both located less than four blocks away. The Tribune Tower and the Wrigley Building stand four blocks from the hotel. Hotel Features. The triangular glass-enclosed Swissotel-Chicago was specifically designed to offer, from every angle, panoramic views of the Chicago skyline, Lake Michigan and Navy Pier. Sharing the view are dining options including The Palm restaurant that serves steak, seafood and Italian specialties, and Geneva's Restaurant, known for its buffet-style breakfast. The three-story lobby features a bar with a double-sided fireplace. A fully-staffed business center offers a range of shipping services, plus fax, photocopy and print services. The 2,500-square-foot fitness center contains cardiovascular and weight-training equipment. Guestrooms. The 43-story Swissotel - Chicago offers 661 smoke-free, contemporary guestrooms decorated in autumn colors. Beds are draped with 300-thread count cotton sheets and duvets. Cushioned armchairs are paired with ottomans. Italian marble-clad bathrooms offer bathrobes and contain separate showers and bathtubs. Minibars are stocked with treats. Rooms include flat-screen televisions and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access for a fee. Expert Tip. Guests may choose to begin mornings in the Penthouse Health Club with workouts accompanied by 42nd-floor Lake Michigan views, and complete their days poolside gazing upon Chicago's illuminated lakefront vistas. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at either check-in or check-out. . Health club fee: $15 per day, Valet parking: $52 per 24-hour period, with in/out privileges (50% discount for Hybrid vehicles), . The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. . .
ReserveTravel
This all-glass triangular hotel, is between Chicago River and Lake Michigan and has fabulous all round views from Navy Pier to Grant Park. It's close to many of Chicago's other attractions and has easy access to the airport too. The rooms and suites are spacious and are especially designed by a Chicago architect. Each room is comfortable and well equipped. Swiss Business Advantage rooms feature CD players as well as high-speed and wireless Internet service. The restaurant serves good food, with it's speciality being prime steaks and lobster. The Lobby Lounge is a lovely place to have a coffee or drink and to people-watch. There is also an indoor pool and fitness center - there are Spa treatments available but these need to be booked in advance as the staff come to the hotel just for the treatments. The staff are always helpful and efficient with any requests that you have.
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We were making our first trip to
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Posted Oct 16, 2004
Good
We were making our first trip to Chicago and found a special rate on the Internet for $129 a night. A big more than we would ordinarily pay, but we were only going to be there over the weekend, and here was a chance to see how the other half lives...
The "international" hospitality ends up
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Posted Jun 23, 2004
Horrible
The "international" hospitality ends up being European, snobbish, and cold. The lobby and the restaurants are cold and uninviting and we ended up eating and racking up a bar tab elsewhere. Which, by the way, the Swissotel was rather far away from...
The guestrooms are generously oversized
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Posted Jun 21, 2004
Excellent
The guestrooms are generously oversized and luxuriously appointed. My room offered an exceptional view and it was equipped with upscale comforts and modern amenities. In addition, the unique workout center and day spa overlook the city's most...
My wife and I frequently stay at hotels
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Posted Jun 10, 2004
Horrible
My wife and I frequently stay at hotels in Chicago for a weekend in the city. We have stayed at a majority of the nice hotels in Chicago however our experience at the Swissotel was one of the worst we have had. Our view was of a construction site...
From checkin we were amazed at this
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Posted Nov 19, 2003
Excellent
From checkin we were amazed at this hotel. They heard it was a birthday celebration, so upgraded us to a 2 level suite!! Unbelievable room! Biggest room I have ever seen...had to be around 1500 square feet. We also had access to the executive...
I was trying to find a good place for a
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Posted Oct 29, 2003
Okay
I was trying to find a good place for a weekend stay with my wife for our anniversary. I had made a great deal of research on Chicago downtown hotels (I'm local to Chicago)prior to making reservations. It came down to Sofitel, Fairmont and Swissotel ...
I had a pleasant experience at the
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Posted Jun 17, 2003
Excellent
I had a pleasant experience at the Swissotel. The bathroom is really elegant with a separate tub and shower. We had an okay view (only okay since it looks like there may be some type of construction starting right next door). We moved things in the...
Let me start by finishing that thought.
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Posted Apr 06, 2003
Excellent
Let me start by finishing that thought. Our beautiful bathroom had a glass front instead of a shower curtain, and a separate tub. There was a traditional shelf for soap, but no convenient place to put shampoo, shower gels, and conditioner. Even...
Got a GREAT deal on Quikbook.com for a
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Posted Dec 13, 2002
Good
Got a GREAT deal on Quikbook.com for a room here. $129/night for a 31st floor King bed room with an awe-inspiring direct view of the Chicago River meeting Lake Michigan. The Navy Pier lit up at night was worth it alone. Spectacular. I was first put...
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