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The Ritz-Carlton Chicago
5 stars

The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

160 East Pearson Street at Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL 60611-2308, United States
Chicago, IL
See location+1 312 266 1000
From
$534
Cheapest

rate per night

8.3
Very good
based on 250 reviews
250 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$534
Standard Room
$713
Executive room
$762
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Overview

The Ritz-Carlton Chicago is ideally situated for sightseeing in Near North Side, with the Museum of Contemporary Art and Michigan Avenue nearby and John Hancock Center Observatory, John Hancock Center and Magnificent Mile a short stroll away. Some of the popular features on offer at this luxury 5-star hotel include a Jacuzzi and an indoor pool.

There are a range of amenities available to guests of The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, such as a ballroom, a bowling alley and a sauna. Multilingual staff are available assist with reservations or dining recommendations, and an express check-in/check-out feature is offered for guest convenience. It also enjoys views of Lake Michigan and Chicago, has been recently renovated and provides 434 elegant rooms.

This sophisticated hotel features rooms with an en suite bathroom, air conditioning and a TV. An in-room safe, ironing facilities and slippers are also included.

The Ritz-Carlton Chicago features an in-house restaurant, Torali, which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in fine dining setting. In the evening, guests can relax in the comfortable lounge bar. A wide selection of dining options are also found in the area.

The hotel is situated by Lake Michigan and is a short stroll from 860-880 Lake Shore Drive Apartments. Grand CTA Red Line Subway Station is within a 20-minute walk.

8.3
Very good rating
Based on 250 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

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Standard Room
bed type unknown
$713
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$762
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$856
nightly with fees
Executive room
1 king bed
$762
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$1,678
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$1,699
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 king bed
$534
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$699
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1 king bed
$752
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
$762
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$768
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$768
nightly with fees
Luxury Room
2 double beds
$1,515
nightly with fees
Double room
2 double beds
$831
nightly with fees
2 double beds
$837
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$974
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

General

  • Window
  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Lake view
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Basics

  • Wi-Fi (surcharge)
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining area

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Fold-up bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

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

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Garden

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

8.3
Very good
250 verified ratings
Wonderful
147
Very good
34
Good
30
Okay
13
Fair
10
Mediocre
6
Poor
10

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and comfortable rooms, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service, citing slow responses and unhelpful staff. Cleanliness was generally praised, though some guests experienced issues with room preparations and amenities. Overall, the hotel did not meet the expectations set by its luxury branding.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service1.5 out of 10
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Robert, May 2021
Pros (+) The bar at lobby level was excellent.
Cons (-) Nothing.
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Wonderful
Joe, Sept 2016
Pros (+) I took my 5 year old to see Chicago. I love the quiet of the hotel. The staff was great. You get what you pay for.

Location

160 East Pearson Street at Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL 60611-2308

What's nearby

  • Museum of Contemporary Art100 m
  • Magnificent Mile352 m
  • Michigan Avenue355 m
  • Michigan Avenue Bridge1 km
  • River North1.1 km
  • Chicago Theater1.4 km
  • Millennium Park1.7 km
  • Navy Pier1.7 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago2 km
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building2.4 km
  • Willis Tower2.4 km
  • Grant Park2.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, 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 Ritz-Carlton Chicago

  • Where is The Ritz-Carlton Chicago located?

    The Ritz-Carlton Chicago is located at 160 East Pearson Street at Water Tower Place in Near North Side, 2.5 km from the centre of Chicago. Museum of Contemporary Art is the closest landmark to The Ritz-Carlton Chicago.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago.

  • How far is The Ritz-Carlton Chicago from the airport?

    The Ritz-Carlton Chicago is 16 km from Chicago Midway.

  • Does The Ritz-Carlton Chicago have a pool?

    Yes, The Ritz-Carlton Chicago has a pool on-site.

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Distance to airport

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2.5 km
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