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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Art Institute of Chicago

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
In the heart of downtown Chicago, Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers a sophisticated retreat. Enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro, stay connected with in-room WiFi, or unwind with dry cleaning services and luggage storage. Guests rave about the dining options and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Espresso maker
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is CNY1,143
CNY1,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(95 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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City view

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grant Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Soldier Field - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 25 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 46 min drive
  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 5 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 7 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 19 min walk
  • Harrison Station - 7 min walk
  • Roosevelt Station - 8 min walk
  • Harold Washington Library Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Honeyberry - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yolk - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of State Street and Millennium Park. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Lake Michigan and Art Institute of Chicago are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant. Public transportation is just a short walk: Harrison Station is 7 minutes and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 274 rooms
    • Arranged over 15 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total, up to 25 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 77 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 33
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 32
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 34
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Grant Park Bistro - Onsite bistro.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 17.61 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 77 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Property Registration Number 60605

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Le Méridien Essex Chicago does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 25 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 77 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Le Méridien Essex Chicago and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Grant Park Bistro.

What's the area around Le Méridien Essex Chicago like?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago is in Downtown Chicago, a short 7-minute walk from Harrison Station and 13 minutes' walk from Millennium Park. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered good food choices, quality, and convenient dining options. (14 reviews)
  • The gym was well-equipped and had amenities such as a Peloton and clean towels. (6 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were great with excellent food and attentive staff. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
KARLEY, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for walking to the Bears game
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stylish & friendly

Wonderful stay! Friendly staff, great restaurant and service, stylish boutique hotel. Beautiful views!
Molly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice!

Hotel was great ! Friendly staff… just a couple of hiccups but note noteworthy due to our overall experience. Will come back again!
Elaine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was amazing the location was great in Chicago the restaurant inside the hotel was wonderful. I had a great stay and I will be back under different circumstances I was here for a funeral but I will definitely be back to stay at this hotel.
Cassandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A nice place to stay for a weekend trip.
Jerome, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is great and property was very clean
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for price and location
Juan Daniel Del, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay

Amazing service, great on site eatery and super convenient location. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The best part is that they allowed us to check in early after an early morning of traveling. That was a great start to our vacation!
Shanee, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and clean and comfortable with great service. Restaurant onsite was good for breakfast
Teresa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

El servicio por parte de la gerente de recepción, Zaida fue excelente, me ayudó en todas mis dudas, inquietudes solucionó todos mis pendientes, excelente Servicio Al Cliente, la señorita Zaida más personas en el equipo, de Marrio como ella .
Néstor Eduardo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect view friendly staff bed very comfortable quick check in 100% would recommend
patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful and friendly staff.
Ron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a great location and stay .
Vedran, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay food was good room was lovely staff was great
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Carla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice just needs a pool
Kiyana, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was in a great location with lots of food and activities close by. The rooms are a bit small, but expected. They were clean and the staff was friendly and professional.
Erin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gran servicio y calidad
Alan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a nice place to stay
Octave, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room. Friendly staff. Great location.
Joy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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vanessa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked my stay and the drinks and food where delicious ❤️❤️❤️
Jayy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lo recomiendo ampliamente

Hotel bien ubicado limpio y con muy buen servicio
Edna s, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really liked the location of this property.It was so convenient for the Suenos festival that we attended and food choices were within walkable range. We also enjoyed the view of Grant park and a short walk to the Navy pier and Field Museum. The hotel staff was extremely friendly from the Valet to the check in desk and restaurant. Definitely would book this Hotel again.
christy, 2-night trip