The Drake

4 stars
8,3
Very good
based on 1697 reviews
1 697 reviews
140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611-1501, United States
140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL
+1 312 787 2200
Fri 11/9
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Sat 12/9
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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.

8,3
Very good
1697 reviews

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Compare prices for Deluxe room, King room and 52 more The Drake deals.
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R921
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King room, 1 king bed
R2 595
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Double room, 1 twin bed
R3 273
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Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R1 842
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 084
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R3 379
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R2 372
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Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R2 665
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R2 925
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King room, 1 king bed
R2 565
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Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R3 493
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R4 739
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R2 772
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R2 835
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R3 147
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R2 952
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R4 326
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King room, 1 king bed
R6 892
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Queen room, bed type unknown
R2 953
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King room, bed type unknown
R3 777
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R11 410
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Queen room, bed type unknown
R2 963
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King room, bed type unknown
R3 733
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R4 045
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
R3 012
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 131
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Standard Room, 1 queen bed
R3 383
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R5 983
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
R7 513
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 626
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R3 686
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R3 940
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Traditional Room, bed type unknown
R4 777
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Queen room, 2 queen beds
R3 811
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King room, 1 king bed
R4 340
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R5 356
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R3 873
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King room, 1 king bed
R5 362
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Queen room, bed type unknown
R4 450
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Double room, bed type unknown
R5 638
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
R5 041
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Deluxe room, 1 king bed
R5 503
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
R6 394
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

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

Media and entertainment

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

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

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Shopping

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Drake

8,3
Very good
1697 verified ratings
Wonderful
860
Very good
236
Good
202
Okay
109
Fair
126
Mediocre
66
Poor
98

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, historic charm, and spacious rooms. Many appreciated the helpful staff and beautiful atmosphere, especially during the holidays. However, some reviews noted that the rooms and facilities are dated, with occasional issues in cleanliness and maintenance. Service experiences varied, with some guests finding staff exceptionally kind and others encountering unhelpful or rude personnel. Despite some drawbacks, the overall experience was positive for most guests, especially due to the hotel's ambiance and convenience.
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Location10 out of 10
Atmosphere9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Service5 out of 10
Cleanliness4 out of 10
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4.0
Mediocre
Jonathan, Jul 2026
Love a historic hotel. The mattress and pillows felt like they were from the civil war. Also mold on the ceiling.
10
Wonderful
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 escape for$200 a night. I felt the rudeness was racially motivated by the entire white haired senior citizens employed at the Drake.
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 room, and not what I ordered and paid for -- a room with a King size bed. Slept uncomfortably most of the night. Separately, went to breakfast in the hotel and the windows were very 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

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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The Drake

Which month has the cheapest rates at The Drake?

The cheapest month to stay at The Drake is January, with an average nightly rate of R2 371. The most expensive month is July at R6 232 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Drake?

The cheapest day to book The Drake is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of R4 593. The most expensive day is Saturday at R6 648 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Drake?

To get the best price at The Drake, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 51% compared to booking last minute.

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 16,2 km from Chicago Midway.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

2,8 km
Chicago Midway
16,2 km

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