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Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Stylish art-filled stays in River North

In lively River North, this boutique hotel keeps a calm, design-forward feel with art woven through every floor and the Magnificent Mile just a block away. Lure Fishbar serves fresh seafood, a celebrated raw bar, and hand-cut prime steaks. Warm, neutral rooms with metallic accents nod to Chicago's industrial heritage.

  • Magnificent Mile access

    Step out for shopping and strolling with the iconic avenue one block east.

  • Signature seafood dining

    Lure Fishbar spotlights raw bar favorites, sushi, and prime steaks downtown.

  • Walk to Chicago landmarks

    Navy Pier is roughly 1 mile away and Millennium Park sits within 2 kilometers

Amenities

  • 24-hour room service for anytime dining
  • Complimentary lobby coffee each morning
  • Complimentary prosecco welcome at check-in
  • On-site and valet parking available
  • Coworking space with iMacs and printing
  • Curated contemporary art gallery throughout
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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a bedside table, a lamp, and a small plant.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a mirror, a chair, and a view of the outside through a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a view of the city through large windows, and a cityscape visible outside.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed

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(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, a desk with a lamp, and a window with a city view.

Room, 2 Double Beds

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a small table with glasses, a wall-mounted lamp, and a city view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Studio, 1 King Bed

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a round table, a sofa, and a large mirror.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, a desk with a lamp, and a window with a city view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

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(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with great shopping. Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include 360 CHICAGO and Cloud Gate. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at McCormick Place or Wrigley Field. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, canoeing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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55 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • A busy urban street with a train crossing, tall buildings, and a tram.
    Michigan Avenue
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A river with boats, surrounded by tall buildings and a clear sky.
    Chicago Riverwalk
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and the Cloud Gate sculpture.
    Millennium Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A Ferris wheel and a carousel at a fairground.
    Navy Pier
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line)
    4 min walk
  • Millennium Station
    13 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks Reserve Roastery
    2 min walk
  • Eataly
    2 min walk
  • Upstairs at The Gwen
    3 min walk
  • Bally's Casino
    2 min walk
  • Lao Sze Chuan Restaurant - Downtown/Michigan Ave
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown

  • Upscale hotel near 360 CHICAGO
  • Located close to Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and Millennium Park, Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Lure Fishbar, features seafood. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
    • A banquet hall, a computer station, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews say great things about the overall value, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
  • Room features
  • All 297 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
    • 43-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 40 for adults and USD 20 to 40 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lure Fishbar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (33 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 17 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch plasma TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 29.73 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 40 for adults, and USD 20 to 40 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 80 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown?

As of Aug 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown on Aug 30, 2026 start from $222, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 80 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of 360 CHICAGO, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, and Millennium Park. Cloud Gate and Navy Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km). Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 4-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 995 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1561 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located hotel, close to Chicago sightseeing and shopping, modern design.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel 55 is in a great location! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Shaylee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sirui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Clean and quiet. Close to all the tourist attractions:)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and accommodations for a family trip
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, staff were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean & well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed! Lots of things in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sungheon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Design was nice, very comfy, room was clean, and the shampoo/conditioner/body wash were very nice and good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daryelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was absolutely perfect! The staff was friendly and super helpful. The location couldn’t have been in a better place. Great for walking and exploring.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here every year for the past 10 yrs. The location is great. I do miss the art work when it was a 21c Museum property. Check in was easy and personnel was friendly and helpful. Lure bar is pretty low keyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Jenna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly clean property given they’re in the middle of some renovation. One of the elevators was down due to improvement efforts but they allowed guests to use the service elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zainab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my best friend had an amazing time! The breakfast at the hotel restaurant was amazing! The staff were friendly and helpful! Our room was spacious and clean! The hotel is in the middle of downtown and close to alot of attractions!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean, staff is very attent, the welcome moment made me like the hotel, is close to everything, shopping, restaurants,parking a one block, very nice restaurants a walking distance. Next time I will be stay at the same hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verdell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I told myself I had a good time. Rose was clean. Employees was very good. I give them a 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times in the past. Very close to my meetings at another close by hotel. I miss the art work when it was a 21c Museum Hotel. Hallways are now painted a very dark color. Staff was great. Water pressure was super. Room very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we stayed in was spacious and clean. We received complimentary champagne and macarons upon check-in. The staff was friendly and helped us check our bags as we arrived to the city before check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING HOTEL. EXCELLENT STAFF. TOP NOTCH STAY. 10/10 WOULD RECOMMEND EVERY TIME.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Ibha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, big rooms if you get the studio. We had a corner room so it was quiet and private. There is no pool which we did not pay attention to but if that matters to you, then may need to reconsider.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great….handle was broken in our room and the AC didn’t work. Took two days to resolve the issue. Attached restaurant has limited menu.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and very close to everything. The room was very spacious and clean. The robes were a cute touch. I also appreciate the bottled water and prosecco. A super friendly young lady checked me in and out. She had gorgeous brown skin and really cute long blonde braids. Another person was very helpful, he had really fun grey and clear plastic glasses. We had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

A great location to walk around town. Loved the attached restaurant bar. I would stay at Hotel 55 again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for the perfect price Safe, clean and located by all the best attractions, shopping and food! Enjoy your stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026