Hotel Essex includes a terrace with city views and free high speed WiFi access. Ideally located within steps of the best Chicago experiences, the Essex is 2.3 km away from the world famous Chicago Museum Campus. An iPod/MP3 dock and a flat-screen cable TV are standard in every guest room with colorful décor and rich wood accents at the Hotel Essex. Rooms include a refrigerator, and a desk as well. At the Hotel Essex you will find a modern fitness centre with state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment. The hotel is 600 metres from Grant Park, 800 metres from Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and 800 metres from DePaul University. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 26 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Chicago, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sarah
    Spain Spain
    The view was amazing and it was a great location. Lots of restaurants around and there was a park and some trails right down to the lake. The bed was very comfortable, everything was clean.
  • Martina
    Austria Austria
    The hotel is located in the south of the town center, its very well connected. Many dining opportunities and sightseeing places are nearby. My room had a good size and it had a nice coffee machine.
  • Ines
    United States United States
    Wonderful hotel. Very clean room, good quality towels and bed linen, comfortable bed. The room is not big, but has all that I need. No carpet in room, that what I love. The staff are very friendly. The hotel located in 15 min walk from the...
  • T
    Tara
    United States United States
    Everything great room with a great view. Staff was wonderful.
  • J
    Jeffrey
    United States United States
    All was good for the price, staff were good and welcoming.
  • Nicolas
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Convenient location, supper comfy bed and just right room size. Staff greeting us at the reception and when we came in is always friendly.
  • Khanyisile
    South Africa South Africa
    Great location for a tourist. The Big Bus stop is right outside the hotel. Grant Park opposite the hotel.
  • Perinovski
    Brazil Brazil
    Location was great and the hotel overall was fine!
  • Jordan
    Canada Canada
    The room was fantastic; spacious, modern and comfortable. The bathroom was clean and quite large. We received a $15 off voucher each day to be used at the attached restaurant. This always started our day off easier as it removed the headache of...
  • Debbie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Just a perfect size hotel and never overcrowded unlike some of the larger hotels around it

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Grant Park Bistro
    • Cuisine
      French

Facilities of Le Meridien Essex Chicago
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs US$75 per day.
  • Valet parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Ukrainian

House rules
Le Meridien Essex Chicago takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. That's about £77. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Le Meridien Essex Chicago

  • Le Meridien Essex Chicago offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre

  • The prices at Le Meridien Essex Chicago may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Le Meridien Essex Chicago is 0.7 miles from the centre of Chicago. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Le Meridien Essex Chicago is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Le Meridien Essex Chicago has 1 restaurant:

    • Grant Park Bistro

  • Room options at Le Meridien Essex Chicago include:

    • Double