Cons (-) Elevators require key each time to go up stairs
4 stars
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
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Overview
A 10-minute walk from Merchandise Mart Railway Station, Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel has a convenient location, making it an ideal base when in Chicago. It is steps from the Chicago Theater, restaurants and nightlife options.
The hotel features a sauna and an indoor pool, and guests also have access to a fitness centre. Convenient services include an express check-in/check-out feature and a luggage storage area.
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel provides design rooms equipped with cable/satellite channels, a CD player and a hair dryer. Each includes a private bathroom with bathrobes.
The hotel's restaurant is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, providing guests with a convenient dining experience close to their room. Those wanting to relax with a drink can do so in the on-site bar.
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel is surrounded by the area's tourist attractions, including Millennium Park and Magnificent Mile, which are a short walk away. The Art Institute of Chicago is easily accessible by car.
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Amenities at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
- Indoor pool
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Coffee shop
- Valet parking
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Concierge service
- Currency exchange on-site
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Mini-market on site
- Room service
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- Private check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Safety deposit box
- Bottle of water
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- No smoking
- Lowered sink
- Non-feather pillow
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled access
- Roll-in shower
- Lift
- Accessible by lift
- Adapted bath
- Allergy-free room
- Toilet with grab rails
- Upper floors accessible by lift
Basics
- Internet
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Air-conditioned
- Free Wi-Fi
- Linens
- Towels
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Coffee shop
- Microwave
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Dining area
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Raised toilet
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Walk-in shower
General
- Executive lounge access
- Lockers
- Storage available
- River view
- Seating area
- Sofa
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- City view
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Pay-per-view channels
- Streaming service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Trouser press
- Iron and ironing board
Things to do
- Gift shop
- Beach access
- Bicycle hire
- Canoeing
- Hiking
Pool and spa
- Heated pool
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
Bedroom
- Feather pillow
- Fold-up bed
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Parking and transportation
- Parking
- Private parking
- Valet parking
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Laptop safe
- Desk
Outdoor
- Garden
- Terrace/Patio
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
- Cribs available
Health and safety
- Safe
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Reviews of Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
8.6
Very good
668 verified ratings
Wonderful
425
Very good
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Good
71
Okay
31
Fair
26
Mediocre
8
Poor
16
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service and room comfort, citing issues like uncomfortable beds and high prices. Some guests also mentioned problems with amenities and communication regarding renovations.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Pros (+) ALL staff that we incountered from valet to bellman house keeping and front desk were all very friendly and helpful. Having worked in the hotel industry it was easy to spot a top notch beautiful hotel with an amazing staff.
Cons (-) Toilet was loose or unattached to the bathroom floor but still functioned properly.
Pros (+) Great location, nice room, beautiful bathroom, comfortable beds, steps from the orange line, State St. and Michigan Ave., Theatres, and museums. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Great rice view. Libby music was a bit loud, but the younger crow probably would think that was great!
Pros (+) We stayed here with our two older children (age 16 & 20) over July 4 weekend; an incredibly busy weekend for the city but this was an oasis of luxury. Recently renovated, hotel features a beautiful artistic lobby, excellent coffee/sandwich bar in lobby, lounging areas with couches, restaurant, bar. Rooms are deluxe, very comfortable beds, modern bathrooms, with gorgeous views of the city and nearb...
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Location
1 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
What's nearby
- Chicago Theater140 m
- Michigan Avenue Bridge0.4 km
- Millennium Park0.7 km
- Art Institute of Chicago0.9 km
- Michigan Avenue1 km
- Magnificent Mile1 km
- Chicago Board of Trade Building1 km
- Willis Tower1.1 km
- River North1.1 km
- Museum of Contemporary Art1.3 km
- Grant Park1.3 km
- Navy Pier2.1 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 12:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
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Value for money | 7.5 |
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Distance to city centre | 1.2 km |
Nearest airport | Chicago Midway |
Distance to airport | 14.7 km |