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The Palmer House Hilton
Good 6.0/10 186 reviews
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603 (at State & Monroe Sts)
Hotel Class: 3 Stars
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6.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review - Posted Sep 22, 06
44 year old female with a economy budget, traveling for leisure

It is a beautiful hotel. I like how it looks like it did a hundred years ago. I would stay there again and I recommend it to friends and family.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I would definitely recommend it to friends.
     
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6.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review - Posted Aug 13, 06
57 year old male with a luxury budget, traveling for leisure

I frequent a Hilton hotel whenever possible. In the past twenty years they have disappointed me only once.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I would definitely recommend it to friends.
     
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5.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review - Posted Jul 15, 06
26 year old female with a economy budget, traveling for business

A conference I attended was in the hotel so it was very convenient. I liked that it was in downtown Chicago and so within walking distance of almost everywhere we wanted to go. The front desk was helpful in giving us information about places to eat and how to get places. The also helped us book tickets to a show.

I am somewhat likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I might recommend it to friends.
     
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4.0/10
Mediocre
member icon Hotel Review - Posted Sep 06, 06
26 year old female with a economy budget, traveling for leisure

It was a beautiful hotel. It was very expensive though. There were a lot of little things that cost extra that added up.

This hotel made me feel comfortable: The bed was extremely relaxing.

I am not likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I might recommend it to friends.
     
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9.0/10
Amazing
member icon Great amenities for Hilton Honors member
Posted Jan 28, 07 by chicagotraveler, 1 reviews 
58 year old female with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

Having stayed at a few Hiltons during the past year, I qualified for a room upgrade and a stay on the special floor for Hilton Honors members. The free breakfast buffet and afternoon hors d'oeurves that came with it were outstanding.

The hotel is quite lovely and historical and the rooms well appointed. The location is superb, it’s a short walk or bus or taxi ride to many downtown attractions and shopping areas.

A section that used to be a bar off the lobby and the shops on the lower level were all closed off. I can only hope something interesting is in the works for these areas, as there is too little space for exploring or relaxing in the current public areas.

     
4.0/10
Mediocre
flybd5 icon It's seen better days
Posted Dec 09, 06 by flybd5, 37 reviews 
49 year old male with a moderate budget, traveling for business

This hotel is 135 yrs old and it definitely shows. The rooms are drafty and very cold, the heating system dates from the stone age and even with the thermostat set all the way to maximum, it barely warms the room.

I had a corner room, a little larger than more, with a good view, I could feel the cold air coming through the edges of the windows. The beds are very comfortable. The water system is fine, it heats up quickly. The TV system is average, choice of channels maybe slightly better than average. The staff is helpful, courteous. When it is windy outside the entrances are like fighting a hurricane. The lobby decoration is outstanding but that's not a reason to think of this as a four star hotel. I'd give it a three. There's no mini bar (there's a note on the piece of furniture that had it telling you to go to the bar downstairs!), the coffee machine was terrible the first day but apparently I caught them in the middle of an upgrade and the new one I got during the stay is excellent.

The $9.95 daily charge for internet in the room is completely absurd. There is little or no reason for a hotel to do that these days, and frankly, this is the one straw that broke the camel's back and this is why I won't stay here again if I can avoid it.

I am not likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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6.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Helena, MT - Posted Mar 23, 06
48 year old female with a moderate budget, traveling for business

The hotel was beautiful, the rooms were well lit and airy and the staff was helpful. I loved the concierge floor!

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I would definitely recommend it to friends.
     
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6.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from West Allis, WI - Posted Mar 13, 06
43 year old female with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

It was a lovely hotel and the suite was beautiful.

This hotel made me feel welcome: Everyone was friendly, the doorman, the valet and the waitress.

I am somewhat likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I would definitely recommend it to friends.
     
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8.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Greenfield, IN - Posted Jan 06, 06
57 year old male with a luxury budget, traveling for leisure

It is a traditional hotel with a great location and excellent service. It is great for business or pleasure. It is also excellent value.

This hotel made me feel sophisticated: The décor made me feel sophisticated.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I would definitely recommend it to friends.
     
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8.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Havre, MT - Posted Feb 04, 06
28 year old male with a moderate budget, traveling for business

It is a very nice hotel, with a good location in the Loop. I will stay there again.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I would definitely recommend it to friends.
     
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5.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Indianapolis, IN - Posted Jan 14, 06
32 year old female with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

It was a great hotel with good shops in it that really came in handy.

This hotel made me feel elegant: It was a very elegant hotel.

I am somewhat likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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8.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Lincoln, NE - Posted Jun 09, 06
45 year old female with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

We very much enjoyed our stay. The comfort, location and service were very good. It was a nice hotel for tourists as the concierge desk was quite helpful in providing tourist information. We were upgraded to very nice family suite without having to ask for it. It was very wonderful and was very much appreciated by our family. Overall, it was an excellent stay there.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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6.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Crestline Height, AL - Posted Jun 15, 06
77 year old male with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

Whenever in Chicago I always prefer the Palmer House. It was an older, well-maintained hotel with nearby limo service to the door. They have a better than average staff. I just feel more comfortable and at ease there.

This hotel made me feel respected: I was always called by name by the front office staff. The maids respected my privacy as always. The dining room staff was courteous and efficient.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
I would definitely recommend it to friends.
     
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from IL - Posted May 26, 06
18 year old female with a economy budget, traveling for leisure

My room was extremely tidy and well organized.

This hotel made me feel practical: All of the furniture and appliances were easily accessible.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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6.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Norfolk, VA - Posted Apr 07, 06
56 year old male with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

I liked the location. There was a problem with the plumbing. The water did not drain from the shower well.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Merrill, MI - Posted Apr 25, 06
55 year old female with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

Everything at the hotel was perfectly fine. It met my expectations completely.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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5.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Apopka, FL - Posted Jun 25, 06
47 year old male with a luxury budget, traveling for business

I like the location and room comfort. I dislike slow elevators, extra charges for room Internet access and expensive restaurants.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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8.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Lindenhurst, IL - Posted Jun 09, 06
45 year old female with a luxury budget, traveling for leisure

The Hiltons were my favorite hotels. I try to make them my exclusive hotel provider, as much as possible so that I can build up my Hilton Honors points.

This hotel made me feel relaxed: My room was comfortable.

I am very likely to return to the The Palmer House Hilton.
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4.0/10
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member icon Hotel Review by a traveler from Jackson, MI - Posted Jun 03, 06
62 year old male with a moderate budget, traveling for leisure

The location was convenient but high price even at convention rate. The hotel restaurant was very pricey but there were a number of much lower cost food establishments around the hotel. My room was clean and well appointed but very small. The parking was convenient with in and out privilege for both valet and self-parking.

This hotel made me feel respected: The convention attendees involved a lot of gay and lesbian people. The staff treated all with comfort and respect.