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The Drake
4 stars

The Drake

140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611-1501, United States
Chicago, IL
See location+1 312 787 2200
From
R1 020
Cheapest

rate per night

8,2
Very good
based on 1614 reviews
1 614 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
R1 020
Traditional Room
R2 398
Queen room
R2 680
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Overview

The Drake A Hilton Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Near North Side. It is located a brief walk from Magnificent Mile.

There are a range of amenities on offer to guests of the hotel, such as a 24-hour reception, valet parking and an express check-in and check-out feature. Additionally, the multilingual staff are on hand to offer assistance.

The Drake A Hilton Hotel has 535 well-appointed rooms that are filled with a variety of essential facilities to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. Guests can also take advantage of an internet connection in their own room.

Serving seafood dishes, Cape Cod Room offers a charming setting for an enjoyable meal. In the evening, guests can enjoy a drink in the comfortable lounge bar. A wide selection of cafés and restaurants are also found in the surrounding area.

The hotel is set by Lake Michigan and is a short stroll from John Hancock Center Observatory, the Museum of Contemporary Art and Michigan Avenue. Additionally, many tourist attractions are in easy reach.

Latest deals for The Drake

Fri 18/7
Sat 19/7
Queen room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R2 680
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R2 704
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R2 835
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R2 835
nightly with VAT
Superior room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R4 965
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R2 774
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 230
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 409
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 double beds
R3 441
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
1 twin bed
R3 655
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R3 958
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R4 813
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R5 132
nightly with VAT
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R2 739
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
R3 088
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R4 016
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
R4 240
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R1 020
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 644
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
R3 798
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
R4 051
nightly with VAT
Traditional Room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R2 398
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R4 238
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R4 561
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
R4 962
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Drake

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Drake

8.2
Very good
1614 verified ratings
Wonderful
800
Very good
227
Good
201
Okay
110
Fair
130
Mediocre
55
Poor
91

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service, highlighting the historic charm of the hotel. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with cleanliness issues, small room sizes, and outdated amenities, suggesting that the hotel does not meet its 4-star rating expectations. Overall, while the staff was welcoming and the location convenient, significant improvements are needed in room quality and cleanliness.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
Value for Price1.5 out of 10
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G, Dec 2024
A great experience
8.0
Very good
Lucila, Nov 2024
Offer free breakfast
2.0
Poor
Angela, Feb 2023
The hotel rooms are very outdated and so is the staff. I was treated poorly by greeter and desk check-in. The room was deplorable. Everything was dated and broken. My view out the window was a fire es...
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2020
Pros (+) Our stay was wonderful. The Drake is a classic, old school hotel that is an amazing gem in Chicago. It is very well maintained by a staff who take great pride in its appearance.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Beautiful landmark hotel in the middle of luxury shopping.
Cons (-) Rooms were very nice but lacking a mini fridge
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Wedding in the coast ball room was phenomenal. The staff throughout the Drake were very kind, courteous and very helpful always. Food was excellent.
Cons (-) A/c in our room didn't work very well. Only disappointment.
9.7
Wonderful
Aw, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Big room; clean; comfortable bed; good service; staffs were friendly
Cons (-) There was no room in the fridge that the customers can store god; no microwave;
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2017
Pros (+) An architectural gem in downtown Chicago with old look but kept updated with modern amenities. It shows it's age sometimes but that is the charm of it.
Cons (-) Just know that there is no lounge access for Hilton Gold members which is strange for a property with a lounge.
5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Location was great.
Cons (-) Booked and paid for a King bed -- received a double bed. Hotel offered $40 off dinner at their in-house restaurant. Could not offer any other room accommodations - nothing with a view, not a bigger ro...
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6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) Staff were tremendous
Cons (-) Hotel needs updating. It is old, worn and dirty

Location

140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611-1501

What's nearby

  • Museum of Contemporary Art378 m
  • Michigan Avenue0.6 km
  • Magnificent Mile0.6 km
  • River North1.1 km
  • Michigan Avenue Bridge1.3 km
  • Chicago Theater1.7 km
  • Navy Pier1.9 km
  • Millennium Park1.9 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago2.3 km
  • Willis Tower2.6 km
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building2.6 km
  • Grant Park2.7 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at The Drake

  • Where is The Drake located?

    The Drake is located at 140 East Walton Place in Near North Side, 2,8 km from the centre of Chicago. Museum of Contemporary Art is the closest landmark to The Drake.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Drake?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Drake.

  • Does The Drake offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Drake offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Drake from the airport?

    The Drake is 15,8 km from Chicago Midway.

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2,8 km
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