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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel, a short walk to State Street

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City view
Dining
Rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Reception
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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We loved the brunch
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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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, View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
  • 273 sq ft
  • 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, View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

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

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Lobby lounge

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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, View (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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Lobby lounge

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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 - 11 min walk
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk
  • Soldier Field - 18 min walk
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 5 min walk
  • Harrison Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yolk - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Maya - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Upscale hotel near Art Institute of Chicago
Located close to Grant Park and Soldier Field, Le Méridien Essex Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro, the on-site bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Meeting rooms, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 274 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Grant Park Bistro

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

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 (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (32 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 15 floors
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100
  • Destination fee: USD 17.61 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Property Registration Number 60605

Property is also known as

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Essex Chicago
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Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel
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Le Meridien Essex Chicago
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Frequently asked questions

Is Le Méridien Essex Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on Jul 28, 2024 start from $199.0, excluding 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 at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Valet parking is available for USD 75 per night.

What time is check-in at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Le Méridien Essex Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Columbia College Chicago and State Street. Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are also within 15 minutes. Harrison Station is 7 minutes by foot and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes.

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1003 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1003 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, conveniently located and excellent service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

The

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the brunch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was excellent and friendly. The restaurant on the other hand was rude and unfriendly. After being seated had to ask for a waiter after fifteen minutes. When we walked out three staff weee standing and talking. Asked if we were leaving I replied we cannot wait the long. No explaination or apology only laughed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shianna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Madizon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Súper comfy and clean I think not too much lounging areas and small rooms but other than that everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian Edesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Very small rooms, good location if you are spending time in that area but would suggest a different location for downtown access.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not enjoy the walk to the parking lot station across the block.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was fine, except the floor (laminate) wasn’t very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
James assisted us with our bags. He has outstanding customer service. I would definitely come again. Our first night we experienced a fight in the hallway between a mother and daughter and the mother ran to our room door . We have video footage as well. Wish they would Have got put out but they didn’t so o well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We already booked a room for the Christmas holiday. This is a great option to access the heart of the city — and still enjoy lake, city and park views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pong, Los Angeles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was excellent. The friendly staff and clean establishment made us feel welcome. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sherri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean, easy access to restaurants and events. Only complaint is the room we had was a full tub so no closing door for the shower. Water sprayed out all over the floor. Needed extra towels to clean it ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here because it was so close to Soldier Field where we were seeing a concert. It's also in easy walking distance to many museums, restaurants and shopping. We had great service from all of the staff and the room was comfortable. Our only complaint was that we paid a little extra for a "city view" but our room was on the 3rd floor and all we could see was the hotel across 8th street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was shocked how late housekeeping would come everyday. They would come around 4:30-5pm to clean my room. Grant Park Bistro service was extremely slow. I would have to wave down bartender to get service, even when I had an empty glass - while sitting at bar. The whole experience, made me feel less than & an unimportant guest that was last in line of service 😔
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Demi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and facilities. The manager Jesus was very polite and helped me when my glasses were broken and me being out of town had no spare pair. The bar staff, including Miguel, were very attentive. The in-house restaurant had great food and reasonable prices. The rooms have been updated with a beautiful bathroom and provided shampoo, etc. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.....right across from Grant Park...20 min walk to Soldier Field...no messing with Uber after a show...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

valarie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fun, the restaurant was convenient, good food and service. And the Front Desk person Nikali was extremely pleasant, professional and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0