Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, a short walk to State Street

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City view
Exterior
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
The price is P5,951
P8,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13

Room options

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

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, View

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 21 sq m
  • 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 - 1.0 km
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Soldier Field - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

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
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grant Park Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger Bar - ‬5 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), luggage storage, and ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • 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
  • Banquet hall
  • 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

  • 55-inch 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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night
  • 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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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 Nov 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on Dec 12, 2024 start from P 5,951.43, 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. Millennium Park and Lake Michigan are also within 15 minutes. Harrison Station is 7 minutes by foot and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes.

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1000 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

maura, pasadena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful when I was delayed in my arrival. Very caring and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Addison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location/nice restaurant and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and really great for the price!! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean … hotel staff was amazing and catered to my needs … they were very friendly … location was perfect for walking to everything … I will b staying again there …
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

CHATRU

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can be better with the noise in the hallways
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Violet

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

8/10 Good

chairty

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great choice for a weekend get-a-way and we would happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie, Two Rivers

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I don't recall having ever received a less friendly and welcoming check in experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy checkin and check out, very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was really nice and the hotel was the best! If I return to Chicago I would definitely stay again here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff in the bar/restaurant at the Essex was not very friendly or attentive to the customers. Guest rooms are quite small.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred

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

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the area, everything you need in walking distance. Good place to stay. Wish they updated the flyer things they leave in the rooms, our was from 2022.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overall experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Chrysaugi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Dont have anything to add
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024