In Chicago's glamorous Gold Coast neighborhood, Bloomingdale's offers visitors and locals an upscale shopping experience filled with the latest fashions and homewares. The nearby hotels reflect the Gold Coast's posh atmosphere by providing high-end, luxury hotel rooms. Because of this, visitors should expect to pay more when staying in this part of downtown Chicago.
The Drake Hotel dates back to 1920 and contains more than 500 guest rooms within its 10 stories. Hilton Worldwide operates the hotel today and has filled all rooms with the most modern amenities to complement the historical decor. These include high-speed Internet access, flat-screen televisions, MP3 docking stations as well as daily newspapers. The on-site fitness center covers 3,000 square feet and has free weights and cardiovascular machines. The hotel contains multiple restaurants, cafes and bars to satisfy all dining needs; some have live entertainment. As of August 2010, special online rooms rates began at $179 per night.
The Drake Hotel
140 E. Walton Place
Chicago, IL 60611
312-787-2200
thedrakehotel.com
The Four Seasons Hotel Chicago puts guests just around the corner from Bloomingdale's. All of the hotel's 346 contemporary guest rooms are on the 30th to 46th floors and feature unobstructed views of the city and Lake Michigan. Each room features mid-20th-century decor and comes with a flat-screen television, wireless Internet access, DVD player, terry bathrobes and refrigerator. The hotel's spa offers massage and body treatments and has an indoor swimming pool, sauna, whirlpools and fitness room. Dining options include a full-service restaurant, a cafe and two bars/lounges. Room rates began at $445 a night as of August 2010.
Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
120 E. Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611
312-280-8800
fourseasons.com
Guests of The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago stay directly across the street from Bloomingdale's. This upscale hotel offers more than 750 guest rooms and suites. Every room features marble flooring in its foyer and bathroom; standard in-room amenities include bathrobes, down comforters, armoires, refrigerators, high-speed Internet access and cable television. Guests have complimentary 24-hours access to the hotel's state-of-the-art fitness center with personal trainers. In-room spa and massage services are available. The hotel's restaurant serves fine American cuisine; the separate coffee shop offers coffee and fresh breads. As of August 2010, room rates started at $229.
The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
909 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-943-7200
starwoodhotels.com
