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Book NowChicago Map: The Fairmont Chicago HotelThe Fairmont Chicago Hotel Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Address
200 N. Columbus Dr
Location At Lake St, The Loop
Transportation Subway/El: Red, Green, Orange, Brown, or Blue line to State/Lake
Phone 800/526-2008, 312/565-8000
Fax 312/856-1032
Web site www.fairmont.com/chicago
Room Information 692 units
Prices $129-$389 double; $229-$539 suite
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV w/pay movies, high-speed Internet access, minibar, hair dryer, iron
Parking Valet parking $41 with in-out privileges
Pets Small pets accepted for a $25 fee

Frommer's Review

The Fairmont is convenient to Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue, but its tucked-away location among anonymous office towers makes it feel somewhat cut off from the life of the city. The grand circular lobby sets the hotel's tone: upscale and lavish rather than cozy and personal (you might wander awhile before finding the check-in desk). Still, the rooms are large and inviting, with plush bedding and comfortable chairs (ask for one with a lake view, although city-view rooms aren't bad either). The posh bathrooms feature extra-large tubs, separate vanity areas, and swivel TVs. For in-house pampering, visit the lavish spa and fitness center; Aria, the hotel's restaurant, is worth a visit for its creative, internationally inspired comfort food. Visiting in winter? The Fairmont is connected to the city's underground "pedway" system, through which you can walk all the way to Macy's on State Street.

Facilities:
Restaurant (eclectic); lounge; access to nearby health club; concierge; business center; 24-hr. room service; babysitting; laundry service; 24-hr. dry cleaning

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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