Mendota Vacations from $525

The location could not be better--close to Michigan Avenue and the Red Line L--and the property is clean, quiet, and safe. The only thing that rankled were the elevators, for which one typically has to wait years for: ended up taking the stairs often, and I was staying on the 9th floor.

Great staff and amenities. Beautiful pool, bbq area and more. Terrific room Only issues was parking was $68 a day, plus incidental holds of $200 per day. Security is strong and is close to Fulton Market and we would walk over to the RiverWalk every day As the hotel is permanent residents and renters security is job 1. Problems you have to go to the third floor to get a baggage cart and you have to leave your drivers license, which I didn’t care for and to get into the garage you have to call security and more than once no one answered and you had to go into the building and find them. For the money your room key or a key pad should allow you in.

They charge a facilities fee which is about 20 bucks a night for the amenities. I generally don't have a problem with that as it includes breakfast. BUT, I was annoyed that in the hotel gym (which isn't bad), the bikes had some problems. It's a slight nitpick, admittedly, but that's what it is. The hotel is very close to transit and the LOOP which is the main area of Chicago. Staff were amazing and helpful, the breakfast was very filling. The gym has weights that go up to 20KG, which is pretty nice and they do have those gymbro slogans on the walls which is kind of fun.

Amazing stay! Perfect location. Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay again next time I’m in Chicago!