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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel near Grant Park

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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

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City view
Dining
Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels
Reception
Fitness facility

Overview of Le Méridien Essex Chicago

8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Popular LocationArt Institute of Chicago11 min walk
  • Popular LocationGrant Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationSoldier Field18 min walk
  • AirportChicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)39 min drive
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Room options

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 268 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, View (Hearing Accessible)

  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, View

  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View (Hearing Accessible)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Chicago

Le Méridien Essex Chicago is located in Downtown Chicago, a neighborhood in Chicago, and is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grant Park and Millennium Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Soldier Field or McCormick Place. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.

What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 11 min walk
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk
  • Shedd Aquarium - 14 min walk
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk
  • Soldier Field - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 5 min walk
  • Harrison Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - 4 min walk
  • Buddy Guy's Legends - 4 min walk
  • Grant Park Bistro - 1 min walk
  • Devil Dawgs - 4 min walk
  • Yolk - 3 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Upscale hotel near Grant Park
Near Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park, Le Méridien Essex Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro, the onsite bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
  • ATM/banking services, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All 274 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Grant Park Bistro

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (32 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 15 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Destination fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 60605

Frequently asked questions

Is Le Méridien Essex Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on Mar 31, 2024 start from CA $146.94, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Valet parking is available for USD 75 per night.

What time is check-in at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Le Méridien Essex Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Columbia College Chicago, Art Institute of Chicago, and Millennium Park. Grant Park and Soldier Field are also within 1 mi (2 km). Harrison Station is 7 minutes by foot and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes.

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful friendly staff, courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super easy thanks to Keira! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Hardhik

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Hanover Park

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed this hotel! It was clean and the staff was exceptionally nice. The valet parking is expensive ($75) but parking is close to the hotel. There is in and out of parking at 777 S. State ($39) but you need the QR code from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great, staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was good and staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the complimentary water and vouchers for the restaurant. The staff was very friendly from the warm welcome to the pleasant check out. The location is convenient in walking distance of great shopping and restaurants. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tianlang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located near the Museums and close walk to many good restaurant options. Hotel itself was clean and had comfortable beds and pillows. Restaurant in lobby was very good and staff everywhere was friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0