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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to State Street

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, tufted headboard, and comfortable armchair, offering a city view.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, surrounded by a vibrant mural and comfortable seating.
Enjoy al fresco dining in a beautifully designed outdoor space with lush greenery and an atmosphere.
Relax in this stylish living room with a plush sofa, armchair, and ottoman, complemented by a geometric shelving unit and a cozy rug.
Relax in a stylish room with a wardrobe, bench, and artwork.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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City view

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, View (Hearing Accessible)

City view

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View

City view

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Hearing Accessible)

City view

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

City view

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Grant Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Soldier Field - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

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
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grant Park Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger Bar Chicago - ‬5 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), concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and ATM/banking services
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • 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.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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 77 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

  • 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 15 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
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Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel
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Essex
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Le Meridien Essex Chicago
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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.

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.

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Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1015 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

Angela

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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, nice walk to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel! Great location! Great service too—the Concierge James was outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property; quiet and quaint. Staff is great and rooms are always clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great and property was very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Daniel Del

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for price and location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to stay for a weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect view friendly staff bed very comfortable quick check in 100% would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice just needs a pool
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location with lots of food and activities close by. The rooms are a bit small, but expected. They were clean and the staff was friendly and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vedran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location and stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was GORGEOUS! Elevators are quick! The bistro downstairs has the BEST burgers and they are HUGE! The room was amazing. The bed was super comfortable. The lake is within walking distance and Grant Park is directly across the street! Shoutouts to desk clerks Kiera and Quentin for their superb customer service and hats off to the valet staff and Jesus! I will definitely visit again!!! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay food was good room was lovely staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we get away to Chicago we always stay at Le Meridian. From the hotel it is an easy walk to museums, entertainment, great food, parks and shopping. All the staff is great especially the young girl that works the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

vanessa

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

HERIBERTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very good property in the middle of downtown Chicago. Excellent service, clean and perfect for our trip. I recommended this Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nicely appointed hotel super close to Soldier field. The Staff was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked my stay and the drinks and food where delicious ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and rooms!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025