Title: Le Méridien Essex Chicago - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to State Street ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/81673aca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/ed99b7b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/1d328453.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/6e228b75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers a sophisticated downtown retreat. Guests can enjoy meals at Grant Park Bistro, in-room WiFi, and services like dry cleaning and luggage storage. The helpful staff and excellent dining consistently earn praise from visitors. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - Room service - Housekeeping - Laundry - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 30 - Oct. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 31 - Nov. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=35130365&PinnedHotelID=35130365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - 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258 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking 8.0 Very good 19 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking 8.6 Excellent 23 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 273 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking 9.2 Wonderful 29 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 268 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/5cc5bdaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 273 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/de4336b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 225 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35140000/35130400/35130365/46c12ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Smart TV Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer Private bathroom Bathrobes Espresso maker - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-Hotel-Essex-Chicago.h35130365.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-Hotel-Essex-Chicago.h35130365.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.87150%2C-87.62460&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TYpLh4TDbgJxSVwtCyUzBuVdlP8=) 800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605 #### What's nearby - Art Institute of Chicago - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Grant Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km - Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Soldier Field - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Chicago Riverwalk - 2 min drive - 2.1 km #### 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 - ‪Yolk - ‬4 min walk - ‪Honeyberry - ‬4 min walk - ‪Art of Pizza on State Street - ‬4 min walk - ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Le Méridien Essex Chicago Upscale hotel near Art Institute of Chicago Located close to Grant Park and Soldier Field, 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 on-site 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), luggage storage, and ATM/banking services - Concierge services, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk - An elevator, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and 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 clean, comfortable rooms at the property. 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24-hour gym ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### 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 - Banquet hall - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Rooftop garden - Smoking not allowed - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch smart TV ### Food and drink - Espresso maker - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Free daily newspapers - Free local calls - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Phone - Recycling - Safe - Water-efficient showers ## 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 at the property 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 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. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 100 per night - Destination fee: USD 17.61 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Valet parking fee: USD 77 per night (in/out privileges) - Pet fee: USD 50 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 ### Property is also known as Hotel Essex Essex Chicago Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago Essex Hotel Essex Chicago Le Meridien Essex Chicago Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel Le Méridien Essex Chicago Chicago Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel Chicago ## 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 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? > As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on Nov 24, 2025 start from CA $156.32, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Hotel-Essex-Chicago.h35130365.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Le Méridien Essex Chicago? > Valet parking is available for USD 77 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 5-minute walk of Columbia College Chicago and State Street. Millennium Park and Lake Michigan are also within 15 minutes. Harrison Station is 7 minutes by foot and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 631 8 - Good 188 6 - Okay 93 4 - Poor 37 2 - Terrible 58 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 8.6/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent stay … highly recommend it ! ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jorge Francisco Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Well kept, very friendly staff, great food at their restaurant ##### Jorge Francisco Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cara Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and nice location ##### Cara Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful room and staff was very nice. Very walkable city. We had a lot to do and the resraurants we found were amazing. ##### Brittany Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The team that greeted me from the time I came into the hotel was outstanding shout out to the crew. The restaurant was superb. The room was clean and immaculate. Aesthetic of the hotel is like no other 10 out of 10. ##### Kimberly Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guadalupe Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Great place to stay at ##### Guadalupe Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marco Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place ##### Marco Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed here so we could walk to Soldier Stadium. It was an easy 20 minute walk. The hotel was clean and quiet inside. We enjoyed the restaurant for dinner and had a really nice night. ##### Alexis Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location right on Michigan Ave and nice view from our window. Easy walks to allot of attractions and restaurants. Definitely would stay there again. ##### James Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cio'nna Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay although hotel parking was a couple blocks away ##### Cio'nna Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was so friendly, accommodations were modern and well appointed, a wonderful location with surprisingly good food in the attached restaurant ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer Jul 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel, nice walk to everything ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hotel was clean, the fitness center had what I needed, the restaurant was good and I had a really nice experience. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location was perfect! Restaurant was charming. I was disappointed that the hotel was unwilling to allow late checkout which was an inconvenience for me given that my flight left late evening. ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stu Jul 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Great hotel! Great location! Great service too—the Concierge James was outstanding! ##### Stu Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Molly Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stylish & friendly Wonderful stay! Friendly staff, great restaurant and service, stylish boutique hotel. Beautiful views! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e04d316e-fc3f-4ec3-b02c-6188d2fc17df-1753409864390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/751f3bdc-90b3-4098-91c8-38ab6b22304e-1753409863602.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/16969789-9ded-4b2f-8fc3-fa432e8d7ac2-1753409864020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/40d06ef7-0916-4f73-954f-705bdeae15e5-1753409857116.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Molly Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is great and property was very clean ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan Daniel Del Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place for price and location ##### Juan Daniel Del Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Destiny Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love this property; quiet and quaint. Staff is great and rooms are always clean. ##### Destiny Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A nice job was done upgrading this hotel. It has a modern feel and look. ##### Douglas Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerome May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities A nice place to stay for a weekend trip. ##### Jerome Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely renovation of an historic property, just across the street from an equally lovely park. Super friendly staff. ##### Gina Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bibe Aug 29, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities By far the worst hotel ##### Bibe Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Athena Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities quiet and comfortable ##### Athena Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassandra Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel was amazing the location was great in Chicago the restaurant inside the hotel was wonderful. I had a great stay and I will be back under different circumstances I was here for a funeral but I will definitely be back to stay at this hotel. ##### Cassandra Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025