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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Millennium Park

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, tufted headboard, and comfortable armchair, offering a city view.
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.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, surrounded by a vibrant mural and comfortable seating.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Grant Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Soldier Field
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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

City view

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

  • 268 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(91 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 226 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 273 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 225 sq ft
  • 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
(28 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Central Chicago getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll find State Street and Millennium Park. Also, Art Institute of Chicago is within half a mile (1 km) and Lake Michigan is within 2 miles (3 km).

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

4-star hotel near Millennium Park
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
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 complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

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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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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: USD 50 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

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Destination fee: USD 15 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 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)

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

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
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 60605

We should mention

  • 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).

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

How close is Le Méridien Essex Chicago to the airport?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago is 11.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on Aug 14, 2025 start from $161.0, 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Le Méridien Essex Chicago.

How close is Le Méridien Essex Chicago to the beach?

This hotel is 2.6 mi (9-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 3.1 mi (9-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago offer free breakfast?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (3-min drive) is nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 77 per night.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have a pool?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago does not have a pool.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Le Méridien Essex Chicago to downtown Chicago?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago is 0.5 mi away from Chicago.

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 625 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1007 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

Shamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely easy check in, attentive and friendly staff, the attached restaurant and staff where great, we where given a credit to use at the restaurant upon check in at the hotel. The rooms are a bit small, but will do if your single or a couple, we feel the like shower design could be better as it causes water to get on the floor, the downside is parking, but it’s the cost of being in a prime location, I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Boiskhon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

View
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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

10/10 Excellent

Dmia

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, chicago

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khyati

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent for our visit to Columbia College. I didn't like the mandatory $16 dollar voucher to eat at the restaurant next door. This was not mentioned in the reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

10/10 Excellent

YUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

HERIBERTO, Juncos

Traveled with family
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

Jimmy

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

8/10 Good

Kameelah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Average stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexei

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff, clean establishment, daily cleaning service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveler
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

Antwan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025