Old Inn, Chicago Details

Property Name: Palmer House Hilton
Hotel Chain Name: Hilton Hotels
Address: 17 E Monroe St
Number of Floors: 25
Longitude & Latitude: -87.63, 41.88
Room Types Available: 1 Double Bed, 1 KING BED EXECUTIVE FLOOR, Two Doubles Executive Floor, Two Doubles Two Bathrooms, Two Doubles Two Baths Non Smoking
Bed Types Available: 1 King, 2 Doubles
Number of Photos: 117

Weekday Room Price Range: $129 to $324
Weekend Room Price Range: $129 to $534

Star Rating: 4.0
Average Review Rating: 4.49
Number of Customer Reviews: 838
First Customer Review Date: 10/02/2007
Last Customer Review Date: 04/30/2012

Recent Palmer House Hilton Review: "I had booked a room here for a foreign guest, aiming to make his stay in Chicago a memorable and pleasant one. This is one of the grand hotels in America, and it deserves that title. The lobby is stunning, and a great relief from the usual sterile lobbies of most first rate hotels. The check-in process was smooth and fast. The room was extremely comfortable.  The view left something to be desired, since it was an inside room with a view of another wall of the hotel. But for the reasonable price, that can be overlooked. The hotel was unexpectedly crowded. My guest's stay was over the Thanksgiving period, and this meant that the hotel was host to a tradition that I did not know about. Suburban families book into the hotel the day before Thanksgiving so that the kids can go down to State Street to watch the Thanksgiving parade. When that is done,they come back up and have a full set Thanksgiving dinner (beginning at 12 and going until 5), Many of the families leave the next morning, but some stay over the weekend. The kids go swimming and the parents go to the health club. As a result of the unusual crowd, the lobby was very busy and eating in the hotel became a problem. But this was not a big problem because there are good restaurants in the immediate area. My guest ate his breakfasts in his room and was pleased with them. The hotel is two blocks away from the Art Institute and ice skating in Grant Park and only a few blocks from major shopping, the Puiblic Library, live theater, the Auditorium Theater, Lyric Opera, etc. The Field Museum, the Aquarium, and the Planetarium are a long walk or a short cab ride away. And the El is right outside the east door and the subway at the west door, if anyone wants to use them to go anywhere in the city, to the airports, etc. The subway has two lines, including the Blue Line, which gets you to or from O'Hare in about 40 minutes."


Check-in Time: 3 PM
Check-out Time: 11 AM

Restaurants Near Palmer House Hilton: Panda Express, Dairy Queen, McDonald's, Starbucks, Bennigan's
Attractions Near Palmer House Hilton: CVS, Park, Museum, 7-Eleven, Skyscraper
Other Hotels Near Palmer House Hilton: Club Quarters, Central Loop, Blackstone Renaissance Chicago Hotel, Chicago Athletic Association, Thewit A Doubletree Hotel, Silversmith Hotel And Suites
Recreation

The Palmer House Hilton's 10,000-square-foot health club (surcharge) features a fitness center with free weights and cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, personal trainers, an indoor pool and exercise classes.

This Hilton hotel is a mile from Lake Michigan, where guests can walk, jog, or bike along a 20-mile lakefront path. Oak Street Beach, 1.5 miles away, is popular for sunbathing and swimming in the summer. Within six miles of the hotel, the Sydney R. Marovitz golf course offers a challenging and scenic nine-hole course along Lake Michigan.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rowing or canoeing nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Swimming on site
  • Tennis nearby
  • Volleyball nearby
    • Renovation information

    The hotel will be renovating from 16 August 2010 to 19 August 2010. The following areas are affected:

  • spa tub
  • swimming pool

    • Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • indoor pool

    • Completion dates are subject to change. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

    This renovation information supersedes all other information in this property's description that relates to these amenities.

    A short guide to The Loop - Downtown

    Locals call downtown Chicago “The Loop.” The famous Marshall Field’s, now a Macy’s, is on State Street. Cultural attractions include the Art Institute of Chicago, the Lyric Opera, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Grant and Millennium parks are along the lakefront. Visitors can enjoy complimentary concerts (summer only) and the annual, two-week “Taste of Chicago” in June at Grant Park.

    Spa information

    Balance Spa offers massages, facials, and beauty services. This full-service health spa includes 12 treatment rooms and a hair salon.

    Awards

  • This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.

    • Dining at Palmer House Hilton

    Lockwood - Contemporary menu inspired by traditional French and Italian cuisine. Upscale setting. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner.

    Potter's - Lobby-level bar and lounge offering cocktails and appetizers.
    Terms & conditions

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

    Notification and fees

    The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.


  • Self parking fee: USD 38 per day
  • Valet parking fee: USD 61 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per stay
  • Fee for wireless Internet in limited public areas: USD 6.95 (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room high-speed Internet (wired): USD 19.99 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 14.99 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 40 per stay
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 40 per stay
  • Facilities fee: USD 15 per person and includes use of:

    • - Fitness facilities

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

    Services
  • Parking garage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Room service
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Sauna
  • Security guard
  • Shoe shine
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • ATM/banking
  • Beauty services
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Cell phone/mobile rental
  • Concierge desk
  • Concierge services
  • Currency exchange
  • Doorman/doorwoman
  • Express Check-In
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fitness facilities
  • Full-service health spa
  • Hair salon
  • Health club
  • Internet access in public areas - high speed
  • Internet access in public areas - surcharge
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Valet parking
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    Business & Event
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Banquet facilities
  • Business center
  • Business services
  • Computer rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Event catering
  • Exhibit space
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
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    General
  • Air-conditioned public areas;
  • Ballroom(s);
  • Bar/lounge;
  • Gift shops or newsstand;
  • Meeting facilities size in feet 110000;
  • Number of floors: 25;
  • Number of rooms: 1, 639;
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel;
  • Shopping on site;
  • Swimming pool - indoor;
  • Year Built 1925
    • Check-In time is
    Check-Out time is
    Early departure fee charged
    Pet fee charged at hotel/condo
    Pets accepted

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are 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.

    Know before you go

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

    • Location

    The Palmer House Hilton is located one-half block from Millennium Park, on State Street within the Chicago Loop business and theater districts. The Art Institute of Chicago is two blocks from the hotel. Within one mile are the Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building and Sears Tower.

    Hotel Rooms

    The 1,639 Hotel Rooms are elegantly furnished with dark wood and French Renaissance décor. Signature bedding features ornate European-style linens with pillowtop mattresses. Rooms include cable television, video game consoles, desks and wireless Internet access. In-room safes are provided. Bathrooms feature designer toiletries. Executive rooms include complimentary breakfasts and evening receptions, a private concierge and $50 gift certificates to Landau.

    Hotel Features

    Known as the longest-running hotel in North America, The Palmer House Hilton offers professional catering and event planning assistance for all flexible meeting spaces throughout the hotel, including several ballrooms and exhibit halls. The business center provides notary public services, office rental and print, photocopy and fax services. The hotel also features a 10,000-square-foot health club with an indoor lap pool and cardiovascular equipment; fees apply. Personal trainers are available on-site. Balance Spa offers 12 treatment rooms and a hair salon.

    Property Facts
  • Pets accepted
  • Check-Out time is: noon
  • Early departure fee charged
  • Check-In time starts at: 3 PM
  • Pet maximum weight in lb is: 75
  • American Express
  • Carte Blanche
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.