The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

5 stars
160 East Pearson Street at Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL 60611-2308, United States
Chicago, IL
8.5
Very good
based on 242 reviews
242 reviews
Thu 11/12
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Fri 12/12
1 room, 2 guests
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$411
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$411
King room
$670
Standard Room
$692
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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.

8.5
Very good rating
Based on 242 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

Thu 11/12
Fri 12/12
Standard Room
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$692
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$732
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1 king bed
$755
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Double room
2 double beds
$858
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2 double beds
$875
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2 double beds
$936
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Luxury Room
1 king bed
$812
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Executive room
1 king bed
$755
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1 king bed
$1,734
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$1,755
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King room
1 king bed
$670
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$753
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1 king bed
$786
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Deluxe room
1 king bed
$411
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1 king bed
$777
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bed type unknown
$823
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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
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV

General

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

Basics

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

Services and conveniences

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

Dining

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Media and entertainment

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

Health and safety

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe

Bedroom

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

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • EV charging station
  • Valet parking

Laundry

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

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness centre

Outdoor

  • Garden

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of The Ritz-Carlton Chicago

8.5
Very good
242 verified ratings
Wonderful
145
Very good
30
Good
28
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.
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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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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.6
2.5 km
Chicago Midway
16.0 km

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