Hotel Essex Chicago

800 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605 United States (USA) near Exit 52a on I-94 (~1.7km)
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4.0 Star Property
41.871500-87.624600
+1-800-219-2797
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  • 274 rooms in hotel
  • 14 floors in property
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Has environment-friendly policy
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 6.1/10

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check Rates1 Double Bed
Non-Smoking
Check Rates2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
Check Rates2 Double Beds Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check Rates2 Double Beds Mobility Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check RatesAccessible Classic Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesAccessible Deluxe Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesAssigned On Arrival
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic 2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
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Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic 2 Double Beds Partial View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic 2 Double Room Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Double Room with 2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Double Room with 2 Double Beds Hearing Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Guest Room 2 Double
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Quadruple Room 2 Full Double Beds Bed Type Is Subject To Availability
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Quadruple Room 2 Full Double Beds Bed Type Is Subject To Availability Handicap Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesClassic Room 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesClassic Room 2 Double Beds 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesClassic Room 2 Double Beds Hearing Accessible
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Check RatesClassic Room 2 Double Beds Hearing Accessible 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesClassic Room 2 Double Beds Hearing Accessible 2 Double Classic Room 2 Double Beds Hearing Accessible
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Check RatesClassic Room Mobility Accessible
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Check RatesClassic Room with 2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDe Luxe Accessible No Meals
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Check RatesDeluxe 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesDeluxe 2 Double Beds City View
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Check RatesDeluxe 2 Double Beds Partial View
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Check RatesDeluxe 2 Double Beds Partial View Accessible
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Check RatesDeluxe 2 Double Room with City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDeluxe Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDeluxe Double Room with 2 Double Beds with Limited View
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Check RatesDeluxe Double Room with 2 Double Beds with Limited View Hearing Accessible
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDeluxe Guest Room 2 Double Limited View
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Check RatesDeluxe Quadruple Room with City View 2 Full Double Beds
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Check RatesDeluxe Room
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Check RatesDeluxe Room 2 Double Beds Hearing Accessible
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Check RatesDeluxe Room 2 Double Beds Hearing Mobility Accessible
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Check RatesDeluxe Room 2 Double Beds View
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Check RatesDeluxe Room Mobility Accessible
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Check RatesDeluxe Room with 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesDeluxe Room with 2 Double Beds and View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDeluxe Room with City View
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Check RatesDeluxe Room with Partial Limited View 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesDeluxe Room with Partial Limited View 2 Double Beds Hearing Accessible
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Check RatesDeluxe Room with Partial View 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesDouble Double Classic
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Check RatesDouble Double De Luxe No Meals
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Check RatesDouble Double Deluxe
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Check RatesDouble Room 2 Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDouble Room Deluxe 2 Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDouble Room Deluxe Easy Accessible 2 Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDouble Room Disabled No Meals
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDouble Room Easy Accessible 2 Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesElite
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Check RatesElite Double Bed
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Check RatesElite Double Room
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Check RatesElite Room
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Check RatesGuest Room Classic 2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesGuest Room Deluxe 2 Double Beds Partial View
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Check RatesHearing Accessible Classic Room with 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesHearing Accessible Deluxe Room with 2 Double Beds
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Check RatesHearing Accessible Deluxe Room with 2 Double Beds and View
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Check RatesStandard Double Room Full Double Bed Bed Type Is Subject To Availability Child Bed Is Not Included E
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Room, King or Two Doubles
Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

Grant Park, Museum Campus, McCormick Place, Soldier Field, Art Institute, Millennium Park

Verified Reviews of Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Very surprised"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The staff were great, the room clean and comfy and the Bistro very accommodating Definitely plan on staying here again in the future.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
12-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 10 to Sun Jan 11 2026 at a $106.72 average nightly rate.
"Great Hotel!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Absolutely loved everything about this hotel! The front desk, restaurant, and location close to the stadium!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Jan-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Dec 26 to Fri Dec 27 2024 at a $91.99 average nightly rate.

Property Description

The exciting, 4-Diamond, Le Meridien Essex Chicago (part of the Marriott family) is located on Michigan Avenue mere steps from Grant Park, Millennium Park, Soldier Field, the Museum Campus. All rooms feature a modern design with well-appointed amenities for a luxury lifestyle experience. We offer amenities and features like 274 well-appointed, 300-count Frette Linen & Robes, Trussardi Bath Products, 55” Flat-Screen SMART Televisions, Illy Espresso Machines, and much more! Rest assured, we are going above and beyond to ensure the health and safety of all guests and employees.

Green Sustainability

•Green Seal certified hotel with in-room, meeting and public space recycling as well as in-room linen reuse program•Rain barrels are used to collect water to clean sidewalks, garage space as well as water our plants•In-room amenities collected and donated to local area shelter•CFL Light bulbs, water conserving fixtures and cleaning products are biodegradable

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2019
Floors: 14
Rooms: 274
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 274
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 0
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: As Needed
Meeting Rooms: 1
Meeting Space: 434.1 sq. meters
Banquet Space: Holds 250 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.4 Km
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 2:00 PM - 2:00 AM
FEMA Approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Open 6:00 am to 10:00 pm daily.Indoor pool with lifeguard68,000 gallons
Ownership: Oxford Hotels & Resorts
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Varies by size of group.
Nightly Parking: 72
Typical Group Deposit: 1st night
Total Taxes: 17.40%
Total Misc Fees: S$21.63 SGD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Food and Beverage Tax: 11.50%
Parking Fee: 72.00 Per Night (indoor valet parking)
Porterage Fee: 5.00 Per Item (round trip/optional)
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (complimentary)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Charge for early check out
  • Clothes drying
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Garage
  • Hairdryer available
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Valet Parking
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

O'Hare airport, 18 miles. Taxi $45, Midway Airport, 15 miles. Taxi $30.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Breakfast available at Grant Park Bistro located on the lobby level.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Valet Parking - $72 per night. Self Parking - $39

Internet / WiFI

Included

Cleaning Policies

Rest assured, we are going above and beyond to ensure the health and safety of all guests and employees.

Previously known as:
Chicago's Essex Inn, Hotel Essex, Le Meridien Essex Chicago

FAQs about Le Méridien Essex Chicago

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have?

There are 274 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Breakfast available at Grant Park Bistro located on the lobby level.

What parking is available at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Valet Parking - $72 per night. Self Parking - $39

How much does internet cost?

Included

Can I get a AAA rate at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Testimonials:

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"This was my first time making group reservations, and this is definitely the best site to do it on. It was very easy to use, and helped me get a very good deal for my group. Thanks!" D.P. - Chicago, IL

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