Situated in the northern part of the state along Lake Michigan, Chicago, Illinois, folds into Cook County and is the most heavily populated city in the state. Restaurants, coffee houses, musical venues, live theatre and museums scatter the downtown region. Residents and tourists have access to a paved lakefront trail that stretches from the north side of the city to the south, connecting popular attractions. No matter how you spend your days, when you're ready to settle in for the night, numerous accommodations with roof-top pools are available.
Located on the south side of the downtown area, Chicago's Essex Inn sits directly on Michigan Avenue and overlooks the grassy acres of Grant Park as well as the lake. Property features include a fitness center, business services, a rooftop garden, complimentary shuttle, restaurant and lounge. The rooftop pool has several lounge chairs and boasts views of the city skyline. Desk work areas, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards are provided in all units. Meeting spaces are also available and Internet access is in public and private areas. Guest laundry facilities are on-site and dry cleaning services are also offered. Guest rooms and suites are offered as well as smoking units.
Chicago's Essex Inn
800 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
312-939-2800
essexinn.com
The Hilton Suites Chicago/Magnificent Mile is part of the luxury national chain popular for elegant surroundings and upscale decor. A business center, gift shop, room service and fitness facility are all property features. The rooftop pool offers lounging chairs, tables and chairs and a day spa is offered. Guest rooms and suites are available and standard amenities include work desks, 32-inch televisions with premium cable and in-room movies, refrigerators, microwaves and coffee makers. Hair dryers, irons and ironing boards are also supplied in units. All rooms and suites have separate living areas.
Hilton Suites Chicago/Magnificent Mile
198 E. Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
312-664-1100
hilton.com
Crowne Plaza-Avenue Chicago Downtown is a luxury property with several resort-style features. Situated on the north side of the city in the middle of the world-class shopping and dining of the Mag Mile, limousine services, a business center and fitness facility are all hotel features. Enjoy rooftop dining, utilize meeting spaces and treat yourself to in-room spa treatments. When you're ready to go for a swim, the indoor pool is also on the roof and offers ample seating and lounging areas. Standard room features include coffee makers, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. Wireless Internet, mini-bars and LCD TVs are provided. Guest and family suites are also available.
Crowne Plaza-Avenue Chicago Downtown
160 E. Huron
Chicago, IL 60611
877-283-5110
avenuehotelchicago.com