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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Property class: 4

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A bar area with a large mural, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the counter.
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A restaurant with outdoor seating, covered by umbrellas, and decorated with hanging planters.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $187
$157 nightly
$187 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10

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800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, State Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia College Chicago
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(113 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (View)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 273 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (View)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 268 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 273 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

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

  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Hearing Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

With a stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago, you'll be centrally located in Chicago, steps from Grant Park and 13 minutes by foot from Millennium Park. .This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Art Institute of Chicago.

What's nearby

  • Grant Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Columbia College Chicago - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dearborn Station - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

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
  • ‪South Loop Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Eleven City Diner - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Devil Dawgs on State - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 274 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Grant Park Bistro - Onsite bistro. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 80 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
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • 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
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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 at the property
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 17.83 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 80 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 60605

Property is also known as

Hotel Essex
Essex Chicago
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Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel
Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago
Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago
Essex
Hotel Essex Chicago
Le Meridien Essex Chicago
Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel
Le Méridien Essex Chicago Chicago
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Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean, the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed here often and it is always a pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying, and it was a great experience. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again! Clean, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stuff members were very friendly, the rooms were very clean. Everything was just great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quiet and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved it. Great boutique hotel with a wonderful bistro!.... will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and well-located.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stylish and spotless room, incredibly kind and helpful staff, great amenities, terrific location - I look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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beautiful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed myself. Staffed was great. I would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was friendly & welcoming. Room was comfortable. Great location!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The front desk staff was excellent! The location was great for downtown amenities. bed was very comfortable. Only problem coffee maker wasn't working
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean. All the staff we encountered were very helpful and friendly. Fantastic location, was within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go during our trip. We were very happy with this hotel overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great day super nice staff and very helpful comfortable clean, and a great location at a reasonable price very pleased
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for my needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Every aspect of our stay was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Historic building, great location! Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay..awesome staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I only stayed one night as a layover inbetween destinations, but it was a good stay. The staff are lovely and the rooms are modern and in good condition. There is a small fitness room, it it had enough in the way of equipment to get in a workout. It’s an oldish building and has oldish building problems (small elevators and not enough of them) but it was a good stay. Location is right on the park, and very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very convenient for my event. The check in process was quick and easy. I appreciate them giving complementary water.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great views close to museums and great restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Bar was well-stocked, shops nearby are great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026