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The Drake Hotel

–Excellent location - show map
+89 photos
Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Luggage storage

About this property

Featuring stunning views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago Drake hotel is 3 minutes' walk from Oak Street Beach and 1 mile from Navy Pier. This hotel built in 1920 includes elegantly designed guest rooms and a chance to enjoy an afternoon tea or cocktails at Palm Court. Each spacious room at The Drake provides deluxe bedding and marble bathrooms. Guest rooms offer a flat-screen HD TV with HBO and an iPod docking station. Guests at the Drake Hilton Hotel can explore the shops located on the arcade level of the hotel. A convenience store and foreign currency exchange services are also available. Lincoln Park Zoo is 2.4 miles from this hotel in Chicago. The John Hancock Center is less than 5 minutes' walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 4 restaurants
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

  • Situated in the real heart of Chicago, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
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Sustainability

This property has 3 third-party sustainability certifications.
ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management system
ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management system
Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
ISO 50001:2018 Energy management systems
ISO 50001:2018 Energy management systems
Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems
ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems
Certified by: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sophie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were very friendly - especially Chris. Everytime you entered and left the hotel he made you feel so incredibly welcome. He was polite, friendly and an all round great guy!”
Ann
Ireland Ireland
“A beautiful venue, one of the nicest venues, my friend and I have stayed in over the past 10 years in the United States.”
Deborah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location to Michigan Avenue and shops with a view over the lake. Mid way between Soldier Field and Wrigley Field. Brilliant location for food too.”
Scott
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff are awesome, we had left a horrid Air BnB after a 12 hour delay on our flights, luckily The Drake had space, they were lovely.”
Suzanne
Ireland Ireland
“We book-ended our trip, returning again to the Drake for the final night of our holiday. The Christmas tree and decor were still as impressive as when we first arrived on day one. We also enjoyed dining in the bar Coq d'Or again, it has the...”
Suzanne
Ireland Ireland
“Beautiful Christmas Tree and decor in Lobby, friendly check-in, amazing afternoon tea in the Palm Court. Personally I love the old world charm and character of this hotel.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our room was larger than expected and with a great view. The hotel is elderly but has a lovely touch of class about it - not stuffy, but nice. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Brilliant location. Would definitely be my first choice if visiting...”
Polly
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff at the Drake were all fantastic - welcoming helpful and good natured.”
Michal
Israel Israel
“We loved the design Very elegan. The room was very nice and comfortable.”
Wouter
Netherlands Netherlands
“Great hotel experience, fantastic location and the staff is very, very friendly. Lobby is spectacular.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

4 restaurants on site
Coq d'Or
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
Palm Court Dining
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    High tea
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
Cafe on Oak, open select days inquire with hotel staff
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
Lavazza
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch

House rules

The Drake Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscover Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.