Luxury hotels in Chicago

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Chicago. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Waldorf Astoria Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Located in Chicago's prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood, Waldorf Astoria Chicago offers a sophisticated retreat with timeless French-inspired elegance. Guests are welcomed by a stunning private courtyard reminiscent of a French château. This luxury hotel features an on-site spa and wellness center, a refined restaurant, and a stylish speakeasy cocktail lounge. High-end shopping at Oak Street and The Magnificent Mile is just a 5-minute walk away. Each room is thoughtfully designed with contemporary style and luxurious details, featuring a minibar and a marble-tiled bathroom with deep soaking tubs. Suites offer added indulgences, including cozy fireplaces and private terraces. Select accommodations include a terrace or sofa bed, perfect for elevated relaxation. Unwind at the serene spa and health club with rejuvenating treatments or enjoy a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. A modern fitness center is also available to meet all wellness needs. The Brass Tack, an upscale American brasserie, delights with an extensive wine list, fashionable cocktails, and flavorful dishes crafted with care. The intimate speakeasy, Bernard's offers innovative cocktails and shareable nosh in an effortlessly chic setting. Discover top attractions nearby, including Navy Pier, just 1.2 miles away, and Millennium Park, located 1.3 miles from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $1674.

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• 2 The Langham Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Just 2 blocks away from the famed shopping, dining and entertainment on Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile, this luxury hotel towers above the city in a skyscraper designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe, offering upscale amenities and stylish comfort in the heart of downtown Chicago. Warm tones and dark woods accent every room at The Langham Chicago, which feature a private bathroom with marble Alaskan white granite, a deep soaking bath tub, rainfall showerhead and upscale bath amenities. Views of the city skyline, Chicago River or Lake Michigan can be enjoyed from floor-to-ceiling windows. The award-winning wellness retreat, Chuan Spa, features healing holistic treatments to relax, renew and pamper, including a range of treatments inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, body rejuvenation and massage therapy. A state-of-the-art fitness studio is also available at the hotel. Travelle offers contemporary seasonal American cuisine for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Traditional afternoon tea can be enjoyed at the hotel lounge, Pavilion. Afternoon Tea with Wedgwood includes signature Langham teas, along with an array of sweet and savory bites. In-room dining services are also available for guest convenience. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $1471.

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• 3 Level Chicago Fulton Market Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Ideally set in the West Loop district of Chicago, Level Chicago Fulton Market is situated 1.7 km from Union Station, 2.2 km from Shops at Northbridge and 2 km from Willis Tower. The 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. A spa and wellness centre comprising a sauna, an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, as well as a terrace can be used by all guests. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. Level Chicago Fulton Market can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. CIBC Theatre is 2.4 km from the accommodation, while Millennium Station is 2.5 km from the property. Midway International Airport is 17 km away. Show full description

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• 4 The St. Regis Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Located in Chicago, less than 1 km from Ohio Street Beach, The St. Regis Chicago provides accommodation with a restaurant, private parking and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and room service. At the hotel every room is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units include a desk. An American breakfast is available at The St. Regis Chicago. The accommodation offers a sauna. Popular points of interest near The St. Regis Chicago include Shops at Northbridge, Millennium Station and Millennium Park. Midway International Airport is 20 km away. Show full description

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• 5 The Peninsula Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Located along the Magnificent Mile, this Chicago hotel is 5 minutes' walk from the Museum of Contemporary Art. The hotel offers a full-service Asian-inspired spa, award-winning restaurants, and spacious luxury guest rooms with city views. A 42-inch flat-screen TV and free WiFi are featured in every room at the Chicago Peninsula. Each room includes a temperature and lighting control console and soaking tub in the en suite bathroom. The Peninsula Chicago features a half-Olympic indoor swimming pool enclosed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the cityscape. The modern gym offers fitness classes, including yoga. The hotel also has an outdoor sun terrace with city views. The hotel offers a renowned afternoon tea serving champagne and chocolate. The hotel's award-winning restaurants include The Lobby, which serves contemporary American cuisine surrounded by elegant decor. There is also an on-site bar. The historic Water Tower Place is across the street from the hotel. Navy Pier is just 15 minutes' walk away. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $1750.

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• 6 Park Hyatt Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Quintessentially Chicago with a landmark address just steps from historic Water Tower Park and the famed Michigan Avenue, is where you’ll find the reimagined Park Hyatt Chicago - a residential oasis for discerning global travelers seeking a uniquely authentic, downtown experience. A luxurious home away from home with sprawling views of Lake Michigan, Park Hyatt Chicago embraces the elements of the surrounding city while offering a serene escape through thoughtfully calming design. Experience Chicago, the Park Hyatt way. Room features: All 182 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditions. Other perks and extra amenities include: - An indoor pool and 24-hour fitness center. - Free newspapers, multilingual staff, and an elevator. - Express checkout, a 24-hour front desk. - Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down comforters. - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep soaking tubs. - 65-inch HDTVs with streaming services and premium channels. - Free infant beds and coffee/tea makers. Please notate that for breakfast included rate plans, we provide a $30 credit per person per day to be used at the hotel restaurant during breakfast hours. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $1610.

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• 7 Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Featuring stunning views from every area of the hotel, this landmark building of stainless steel and tinted glass stands 92-stories above the Loop and North Michigan Avenue along the Chicago River. Luxury spa services, fine dining and upscale amenities are among the unique services offered to guests at the hotel. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase iconic views of Lake Michigan, Chicago River or city skyline in every spacious room at Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago. Guests can indulge in the limestone bathroom’s deep soaking bath tub or relax with a movie on the 65-inch flat-screen cable TV. Renowned chef Nick Dostal curates a menu of classic American flavors at the on-site restaurant, Terrace 16, which features a bustling indoor dining room and bar, along with a seasonal outdoor terrace with views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago River and several of the city's iconic landmarks. Guests can enjoy a swim in the 75-foot heated indoor swimming pool or relax on the plush lounge chairs surrounding the pool. A state-of-the-art fitness centre and full-service business centre are available on-site. The Trump Hotel is a 2-minute walk away from the famed shopping, dining and entertainment on Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile. Navy Pier is less than 2 miles away. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $1087.

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• 8 Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Less than a mile away from Grant Park and Millennium Park, this historic boutique hotel is located in Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood and features an on-site restaurant and state-of-the-art 24-hour business centre. Free WiFi is available. Featuring expansive windows with views of the surrounding neighborhood, each contemporary guest room at Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member provides a luxury bathroom with a rainfall showerhead and complimentary natural body care products. Guests can savor all-natural homemade seasonal marmalades, along with an array of signature menu items for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the on-site restaurant, Meli Café. In-room dining services are also offered for guest convenience. The famed Art Institute of Chicago is a 10-minute walk away. Columbia College Chicago is 4 blocks away from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $486.

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• 9 Nobu Hotel Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Situated in Chicago, 1.5 km from Union Station, Nobu Hotel Chicago provides accommodation with a bar and private parking. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. All rooms will provide guests with a minibar. Nobu Hotel Chicago offers an American or Asian breakfast. Willis Tower is 1.8 km from the accommodation, while CIBC Theatre is 2.2 km from the property. Midway International Airport is 17 km away. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $841.

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• 10 Four Seasons Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Just steps away from the luxury shopping, dining and entertainment on Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile, this downtown Chicago hotel features skyline city views, an on-site restaurant and lavish spa. Free WiFi is available. Featuring a stunning remodel and marble bathrooms with Le Labo toiletries, every room at Four Seasons Chicago offers panoramic views of the Chicago skyline or Lake Michigan, a flat-screen LCD TV and iHome clock radio. At Adorn Bar & Restaurant, located on the 7th floor of the hotel guests can enjoy views of Magnificent Mile and downtown skyline. Starring the bounty of the American Midwest, Adorn features globally inspired cuisine and cocktails with best-in-class service in an iconic location. The Spa at Four Seasons offers a 50-foot indoor pool and state-of-the-art fitness center. The hotel offers also on-site business centre, open 24-hours and a Kids' Clubroom, which offers video games, foosball, arts and crafts and a movie area. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Lincoln Park Zoo are all 1.5 miles away from the hotel. 900 North Michigan Shops is just floors below the Hotel. Navy Pier is a 10-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $1695.

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• 11 Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Just 2 blocks away from the famed shopping, dining and entertainment on the Magnificent Mile, this luxury Chicago Gold Coast hotel is housed in a 32-floor prism glass building featuring stunning views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. Adorned in French art de vivre furnishings and décor, each room at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile features luxury feathertop duvet bedding and a spacious marble bathroom. A mini-fridge and free WiFi are also included. CDA offers locally-sourced French-inspired cuisine, a seasonal outdoor terrace and a full bar. Guests can enjoy crafted cocktails and spirits while taking in iconic city views from Le Bar’s floor-to-ceiling windows. Room service is available. The hotel offers over 10,000 square feet of meeting space, a ballroom and a fitness centre. Navy Pier and the Art Institute of Chicago are both less than 2 miles away from the hotel. Millennium Park is a 10-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $710.

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• 12 JW Marriott Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Just 1 mile away from Millennium Park and the Art Institute Museum, this historic Chicago Loop hotel features renowned architectural designs, a luxury spa and indoor pool in the heart of the city’s financial district. Every room at JW Marriott Chicago features a 42-inch flat-screen LCD TV with Netflix streaming and satellite cable channels. The marble bathroom offers a double vanity, separate bath tub and shower and plush bath robes. Guests can enjoy fine-dining at the on-site restaurant, The Florentine, which features seasonal Italian cuisine. The Lobby Lounge offers a more casual setting, where guests can grab an appetizer during happy hour or gather for drinks after work. In-room dining services are available 24 hours for guest convenience. Navy Pier is 2 miles away from Marriott Chicago JW. The Monroe Public Transit stop is 3 blocks away and offers easy access to several of Chicago’s most popular attractions. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $574.

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• 13 The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago Chicago, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Chicago. Located atop the famous Water Tower Place in Chicago’s Gold Coast district, this hotel offers artfully decorated guest rooms that feature city of lake views from large picture windows. The luxury shops and restaurants of the Magnificent Mile are just steps from this hotel. A flat-screen TV is included in every room at Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. Wifi in the room is provided for a fee of USD 14.95. Each room also includes a spacious marble bathroom with free deluxe toiletries. Guests can enjoy an aquatic workout in the temperature-controlled, four-lane lap pool or relax in the on-site spa. The hotel features 24-hour concierge services and 2 restaurants, cafe and bar on site: Torali Italian-Steak, Rooftop at Torali, The Cafe, Torali Bar. Guests can also use the modern fitness centre or the 24-hour business centre at the Chicago Ritz Carlton. This hotel is less than 1 mile from the Navy Pier entertainment area. The Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art is adjacent to the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $2290.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in June 2026. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!