Inspector Picks: Five Favorite Chicago Hotels
Updated: April 19, 2023
ACME Hotel Company Chicago, WorldHotels Crafted Collection
15 E. Ohio St.
AAA Inspector 40: Impressive to me is that each room has a Bluetooth speaker that plays your favorite music.The guest rooms here feature smooth and luxurious linen bedding, Bluetooth speakers, streaming TVs and stylish bathrooms with large rain-effect shower heads. Guest rooms range in size from petite to large. Colorfully painted original art is featured throughout the hotel.Book Now
Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/N Loop/Michigan Ave
68 E. Wacker Pl.
AAA Inspector 40: A proud reminder to me that AAA was founded in Chicago in 1902, this historic building was once home to the Chicago Motor Club.This stylish hotel occupies a classic 1928 building that was once home to the AAA Chicago Motor Club headquarters. Every guest room features plush-top mattresses and elegant upholstered headboards. A classic Model T Ford is on display in the lobby of the hotel.Book Now
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
198 E. Delaware Pl.
AAA Inspector 40: I prefer to stay here on my trips to Chicago as they have some of the largest, most contemporary suites in the downtown area.Guest rooms feature a separate seating area with a pull-out sofa, wet bar and bathrooms with an oversize shower stall and rain shower head. The updated lobby is bright, open and inviting. A stretch room off the pool area provides additional fitness opportunities. First-class boutiques and restaurants surround the property.Book Now
The Langham, Chicago
330 N. Wabash Ave.
AAA Inspector 40: Getting ready is a treat in the nifty dressing areas with a vanity, stool and makeup mirror. Oh and I love the pink and gold pens too!Situated in a building designed by architect Mies van der Rohe, this hotel offers palatial common areas. Rooms have lavish beds with superb linens, smart HDTVs and oversize desks. Guest bathrooms feature luxurious granite, marble and travertine accents as well as an elegant rainfall shower and a separate soaking tub.Book Now
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel
221 N. Columbus Dr.
AAA Inspector 40: From its unique, wavy architecture and exquisite art-filled lobby to the classy Italian eatery and stylish bar, there's much I enjoy about this place.This hotel presents a distinctive, world-class exterior design. Many rooms have balconies, and all have fluffy robes, the highest quality bedding and stunning city or lake views. A mini basketball court and running track are offered by the hotel along with a huge outdoor deck that has both a "kiddie" and regular pool.Book Now