Rush Street is a one-way road that runs through the center of Chicago, one block west of Michigan Avenue, the Magnificent Mile which has many high-end shops. Lined with many bars, Rush Street is popular with party-goers. Along this stretch of road is the reputable restaurant Gibson's Steakhouse, as well as showrooms for Lamborghini and Bentley. If you want to be in the middle of the nightlife and near all the main attractions, Rush Street is a suitable place to stay if you have a generous budget.
The Allerton Hotel is an elegant and modern hotel that has recently undergone a multi-million dollar renovation. It is just a minute away by foot from Rush Street. The standard room has a double bed and amenities such as a hair dryer, iron, flat-screen TV and marble bathroom. The specialty suite has an adjoining living area with armchairs and sofa, and spectacular views over the city. Chicago Harbor is just over a mile away, where you can swoon at over 5,000 yachts and you can stroll through Milton Olive Park on your way. Alternatively, visit the City Gallery, less than 100 feet from the hotel's front door. Here you can visit the Water Tower which is one of the only surviving buildings from the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.
The Allerton Hotel
701 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-440-1500
theallertonhotel.com
The Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile is accessible from the north end of Rush Street. All rooms come with standard facilities. Guests can use the indoor pool at the hotel's health club. There is also a separate sauna and steam room for men and women. Rooms are not as luxurious as others in the area but are clean, comfortable and meet your basic requirements. On the same street, at 875 North Michigan Ave., you can ride in North America's fastest elevator in the John Hancock Observatory. At the top, 1,000 feet up, its viewing deck has a 360 degree view of Chicago. If you prefer to stay at ground level, the Magnificent Mile has four shopping malls and countless restaurants to explore.
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
540 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-836-0100
marriott.com
The Talbott Hotel is a boutique independent hotel five minutes walk from Rush Street. The 149 rooms are luxurious in European elegance and supplied with high-quality linen and attractive furnishings. There are double, queen or king sized rooms. Additionally the hotel offers luxurious 875 square foot suites and a limited number of two-bedroom units. You can order a newspaper straight to your door, or relax in the private yoga and pilates studios. Room service is available 24-hours a day to all guests. The hotel prides itself on its environmental policies which include offsetting its carbon footprint through the purchase of windfarm credits. From the Talbott, it takes half an hour to walk to the free Lincoln Park Zoo.
The Talbott Hotel
20 E. Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
312-944-4970
talbotthotel.com
The Ritz-Carlton is part of the prestigious Four Seasons hotel chain and 300 feet from Rush Street. The lobby features a large marble water fountain. The Superior Lakeside Suite has a wet bar, dining area for six guests and separate living room whilst even the basic level moderate room has city or lake views. The hotel's fitness center offers personal training and a fully equipped gym, with an adjacent pool and sundeck that has city and lake views. Across the road, the Loyola University Museum of Art holds four unique exhibitions per year showcasing art by Illinois students. Throughout the year it has eight galleries for viewing within 25,000 square feet of space.
The Ritz-Carlton
160 E. Pearson St. at Water Tower Place
Chicago, IL 60611
312-266-1000
fourseasons.com/chicagorc/
