Located close to 875 North Michigan Avenue and Michigan Avenue, The Drake provides a grocery/convenience store, an art gallery on site, and designer stores on site. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Located on the waterfront, The Drake is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with great shopping. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Lincoln Park Zoo. 875 North Michigan Avenue and Art Institute of Chicago are two other places to visit that come recommended. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Chicago travel guide
140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL, 60611
What's nearby
Michigan Avenue
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Water Tower Place
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Oak Street Beach
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
875 North Michigan Avenue
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
360 CHICAGO
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Getting around
Chicago Van Buren Street Station
3 min drive
Chicago Station (Red Line)
10 min walk
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)
38 min drive
Restaurants
The Cheesecake Factory
4 min walk
Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch
5 min walk
Aster Hall
2 min walk
Millennium Knickerbocker Lobby Bar
3 min walk
Whispers at Oak Street Beach
5 min walk
About this property
The Drake
Upscale hotel near Michigan Avenue
Located close to 875 North Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier, The Drake provides a grocery/convenience store, an art gallery on site, and designer stores on site. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge), with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge)
Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
A gift shop, concierge services, and multilingual staff
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 535 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
48-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at The Drake?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drake on Nov 22, 2026 start from $165, 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 82 per day.
What time is check-in at The Drake?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at The Drake?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Drake located?
Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps from Michigan Avenue and 875 North Michigan Avenue. Navy Pier and Art Institute of Chicago are also within 2 mi (3 km). Chicago Station (Red Line) is 10 minutes by foot and Clark-Division Station is 11 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
The Drake Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Old school charm in this beautiful hotel. Comfortable bed and clean. We a lovely dinner and really great drinks in the restaurant. Really nice walkable location.
Great front desk staff. Hotel feels a little dated. Our room smelled musty. Front desk offered to move us. Good access to lake shore drive
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Donald
Oct 4, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel has gone far beyond the need to be renovated!
It is in dire need to be updated - especially for the price point! It is a large road side motel!
The one plus, is that it is very well located.
I felt so taken care of that I didn’t want to leave! The staff and hotel made me feel so special and safe at all times. I brought my dog with me and was treated so nicely by everyone. 10/10 and I can’t wait to come back!
I loved The Drake. It's location, restaurants and staff were the best. My room looked out over Lake Michigan and I was able to watch the sunrise. I would love to stay here again in the future. I do not have one negative thing to say about The Drake.
I liked how everyone who worked at The Drake were kind, caring and very helpful. They explained any questions I may have had. The rooms were beautiful, clean and had extra towels in the rooms. The valet service was also wonderful! We parked in self parking to save some money, and it was only a block away!
Excellent experience… A wonderful and historic place to stay… unfortunately, our view was of a fire escape, and a brick wall! But that did not deter us, made it all the more “Chicago”! Go to the bar and get the Caprese ravioli… Just do it… Best pasta I’ve ever had!
The Drake Hotel is a wonderful Chicago landmark with timeless elegance, beautiful architecture, and exceptional service. Its location on Michigan Avenue is outstanding, placing guests close to the lakefront, shopping, restaurants, and many of the city’s best attractions. The rooms are comfortable and full of historic charm, and the hotel’s public spaces feel grand and inviting. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend The Drake to anyone visiting downtown Chicago.