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Address
17 E. Monroe St
Location At State St, The Loop
Transportation Subway/El: Red Line to Monroe
Phone 800/HILTONS, 312/726-7500
Fax 312/917-1797
Web site www.hiltonchicagosales.com
Room Information 1,639 units
Prices $129-$350 double; $450-$1,500 suite
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV w/pay movies, high-speed Internet access, minibar, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron
Parking Valet parking $35 with in-out privileges; self-parking across the street $25

Frommer's Review

The longest continually operating hotel in North America (since 1871), the Palmer House retains a Gilded Age aura in its grand lobby (which is worth a look even if you're not staying here). But otherwise, the place often feels like an extension of the McCormick Place Convention Center. Standard double rooms are quite spacious, if somewhat Spartan, with only two uncomfortable chairs to sit in; some come with two bathrooms, a plus for families. Executive Level rooms on the top two floors come with DVD players, thick robes, and complimentary breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres; guests on those floors have use of a lounge and their own concierge. No matter where your room is located, don't expect grand views of surrounding skyscrapers; most rooms look out into offices across the street.

Facilities: 2 restaurants (American); lounge; health club w/indoor pool, Jacuzzi, and sauna for $10/day or $20/entire stay; children's programs; concierge; business center; shopping arcade; room service until 2am; babysitting referrals; laundry service; overnight dry cleaning; executive rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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