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Chicago Map: The Allerton HotelThe Allerton Hotel Frommer's Highly Recommended

Address
701 N. Michigan Ave
Location At Huron St, Near North & the Magnificent Mile
Transportation Subway/El: Red Line to Chicago
Phone 800/621-8311 outside Illinois, 312/440-1500
Fax 312/440-1819
Web site www.theallertonhotel.com
Room Information 443 units
Prices $109-$299 double; $159-$449 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 $40 with in-out privileges

Frommer's Review

A historic hotel that received a bland makeover, the Allerton's main appeal is its central location and relatively reasonable rates. Built in 1924 as a "club hotel," providing permanent residences for single men and women, the Allerton is now one of the flagship hotels of the Crowne Plaza chain. The Italian Renaissance-inspired exterior has been painstakingly restored to its original dark-red brickwork, stone carvings, and limestone base. Too bad the distinctive exterior style wasn't replicated inside. The rooms have a generic chain-hotel feel, and because the hotel was originally built for single men and women, the rooms are fairly small (the "Petite Classic" rooms are -- surprise, surprise -- tiny). Still, all the rooms and public areas have a warm and homey feel. Snag one overlooking Michigan Avenue to get the best views (or at least stop by the hotel's Renaissance Ballroom for a peek at the Mag Mile).

Facilities:
Restaurant (American); lounge; fitness center (w/excellent city views); concierge; business center; room service; laundry service; same-day 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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