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Hotel Description

Le Méridien Essex Chicago places you in the center of Chicago, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge.

This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness center, and a business center. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of valet parking.

Within a 15-minute walk of this 4-star Downtown Chicago hotel, attractions include Lake Michigan and Field Museum of Natural History.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$273* Per night/room 29 Apr. - 30 Apr.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, View

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

About the Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Location 800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Le Méridien Essex Chicago also features a 24-hour fitness center, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 274 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Chicago Van Buren Street Station (0.8 km / 0.5 mi)
  • Metro station: Harrison Station (0.6 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Smart television
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Grant Park Bistro - Onsite bistro.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Guests will 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.