Le Meridien Essex Chicago, Chicago ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

800 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60605

Le Meridien Essex Chicago, a 4-star hotel, features stylish accommodations with views of Grant Park and Lake Michigan. The hotel offers modern amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi and a rooftop garden, placing it in the vibrant Chicago Loop district, close to major attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Le Meridien Essex Chicago are air-conditioned and equipped with flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee makers, and safes. Spacious double rooms also provide city and lake views, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Superior dining options are available nearby, including Mercat a la Planxa and Grant Park Bistro.

Leisure & Activities

Le Meridien Essex Chicago includes a well-equipped fitness center with various exercise machines. Guests can also access the 20-mile path along Lake Michigan for walking or biking activities, enhancing their leisure time.

Services & Transportation

The hotel provides convenient services such as a complimentary shuttle for transport to the Museum Campus and nearby attractions, along with accessible hotel features. Public transportation options include bus stops and subway stations within walking distance.

“The hotel is perfectly situated right across from Grant Park, making it a fantastic base for exploring Chicago's vibrant attractions.”view full review

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“A wonderful hotel with excellent service and location!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 77 per day.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets are allowed on request.

English, Spanish, Romanian, Russian, Ukrainian

Year renovated:2012

Number of floors:14

Number of rooms:274

Former name

essex inn

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room Mobility accessible

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Coffee machine

Heating

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Deluxe King Room Mobility accessible

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Coffee machine

Heating

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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City Center

Chicago4600 ft

Airports

Midway International (MDW) 9.3 mi

Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 19.1 mi

Train

Van Buren Street Station2300 ft

Metro stations

Harrison1700 ft

Roosevelt2000 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stylish and Cozy

“The room was beautifully designed with modern decor, providing a cozy atmosphere that made my stay incredibly pleasant.” view full review

Delicious Bistro!

“Dining at the bistro was a highlight; the dinner menu and cocktails were excellent and truly made for a nice evening.” view full review

Comfortable Ambiance

“The living area of the room was inviting, featuring comfortable furnishings that made lounging and relaxing absolutely good.” view full review

Impeccably Clean

“The bathroom was spotless and well-appointed, with excellent water pressure in the shower, making it a pleasure to refresh after a long day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

800 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60605

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800 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America, 60605

City landmarks

Parks

Millennium Park

1.1 mi

Museums

The Art Institute of Chicago

1.2 mi

Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium

1.9 mi

233 S. Wacker Drive Entrance on Jackson Blvd

Skydeck Chicago

1.1 mi

Art object

Cloud Gate

1.0 mi

Harbor

Navy Pier

1.6 mi

233 S Wacker Dr

Willis Tower

1.1 mi

Museums

The Field Museum

3.3 mi

875 N Michigan Ave Within Chicago 360

360 Chicago Observation Deck

1.9 mi

Fountains

Buckingham Fountain

1.4 mi

Parks

Grant Park

1.0 mi

Museums

Chicago Cultural Center

4600 ft

Parks

Maggie Daley Park

1.1 mi

North Michigan Avenue

The Magnificent Mile

1.6 mi

337 East Randolph St

Museum Campus

3.0 mi

439 N Wells St

Chicago-style pizza

1.4 mi

209 S La Salle St

The Rookery Building

4600 ft

100 E. Wacker Drive

Chicago Riverwalk

1.3 mi

Stadiums

Soldier Field

3.1 mi

Broadway Theatre

The Chicago Theatre

1.1 mi

Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo

3.5 mi

Fountains

Crown Fountain

4600 ft

407 S Dearborn St

Old Colony Building

2300 ft

53 W Jackson Blvd

Monadnock Building

2700 ft

141 W Jackson Blvd La Salle Street

Chicago Board of Trade Building

4700 ft

431 S Dearborn St

Manhattan Building

2100 ft

610 S Michigan Ave

Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies

2800 ft

50 W Washington St Richard J. Daley Plaza Civic Center

Picasso Statue

1.1 mi

901 South Michigan Ave

General John Logan Memorial

2800 ft

Planetarium

Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum

3.4 mi

Nearby

610 S Michigan Ave

Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies

900 ft

901 South Michigan Ave

General John Logan Memorial

500 ft

Museums

Museum of Contemporary Photography

1100 ft

701 S State St

The Loop

1400 ft

Restaurants

Grant Park Bistro

100 ft

800 S Michigan Ave 8th St and Michigan Ave.

Chicago Hilton

400 ft

720 South Michigan Avenue

Mercat a la Planxa

700 ft

638 S Michigan Ave Renaissance Blackstone Chicago Hotel

Peet's Coffee & Tea

700 ft

14 E 8th St

720 South Bar

600 ft

720 S Michigan Ave

Yolk - South Loop

1000 ft

1120 South Michigan Avenue

Buddy Guy's Legends

1100 ft

700 South Wabash Avenue

Mei's Kitchen

900 ft

1108 S Michigan Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

convenient

friendly staff

noise disturbances

housekeeping issue

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.0

Service

9.0

Dining

7.3

4.5/5 based on 398 reviews

#35 of 217 hotels in Chicago based on Tripadvisor

Marion

United States of America, May 2024

8.6/10

The hotel is so centrally located, just across the park, and the area around it is vibrant with so much to do. The rooms are updated, very clean, and even had a nice view. While a few things could be improved, my stay was great overall.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were updated and very clean, with a nice view.

Service

9.0

The service exceeded my expectations; room service, dry cleaning, and housekeeping were all top-notch.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location right across from the park is perfect for exploring and enjoying the vibrant area on Michigan Ave.

Dining

8.0

The dining offered included delicious vegetarian dishes, making it convenient for diverse tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were great, making my stay very comfortable and convenient.

Bernard

United States of America, July 2023

8.6/10

The hotel is in an amazing location right across from the park. The rooms are very comfortable, with a double bed and a tub for a relaxing stay. The service was impeccable, offering room service, dry cleaning, and valet parking. Unfortunately, the dining options were limited, but overall, it offers great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

I loved the room with a double bed and a tub, so cozy and perfect for a relaxing stay.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with room service, dry cleaning, and valet parking available at your convenience.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location right across from the park is fantastic, offering a peaceful environment while being close to everything in the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were a bit limited, but the included breakfast was satisfactory.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Christine

United States of America, June 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is located in a prime area on Michigan Ave, right across from the park, making it a great spot for visitors. The rooms are cozy and come with complimentary champagne, but I had a small issue when housekeeping arrived even with the 'do not disturb' sign up. The service was top-notch with fantastic room service and valet parking. The location is superb for exploring the city, although there were some noise disturbances from trucks backing up. The dining experience, which includes biscuits, was satisfactory. The hotel facilities were well-kept and convenient.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy and included complimentary champagne.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with fantastic room service and valet parking.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location on Michigan Ave is superb for exploring the city, although there were some noise disturbances from trucks backing up.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, and I enjoyed the included biscuits.