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Renaissance Chicago Hotel

4.0 of 5
1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
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Renaissance Chicago Hotel
Ranked #46 of 167 hotels in Chicago
4.0 of 5 stars 412 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very clean(6)
  • Magnificent mile(6)
  • Great location(5)
  • River view room(3)
  • Large and comfortable(3)
  • Michigan avenue(3)
  • Fitness center(3)
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Toronto, Ontario
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I stayed here for a little R&R at the end of a business trip. Note - I stated I was here in June 2011...but it was actually March of that same year. This place is in an excellent location! If you can, ask for a room with a view of the river. The city looks so nice lit up at... More

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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

We spent one night at this hotel before transferring to the Hilton, where a conference was hosted. All things considered we preferred this hotel. It was a bit smaller, had great rooms, and an excellent location. When we got in late Saturday night, the bar was "hopping" and everyone was having a good time. The staff was gracious and we... More

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McLean, VA
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Great location. Good property. Staff is very hospitable. Nice lounge for Marriott Rewards premium customers. If you can snag a good rate, this is a dependable, comfortable place to stay. It's a solid choice, but it doesn't say "luxury." It says "good business hotel." More

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Iowa City, Iowa
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

The hotel staff was very friendly--that's always in the top 2 most important things for hotel stays. Unfortunately, the #1 thing is a good night's sleep. If you make a bid on priceline, the hotel will surely accommodate your bed types if possible, but they will definitely put you on the side of the El train. This sounds like a... More

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Toronto,Ontario
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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The Renaissance is a really nice hotel. I felt a bit out of place being I was there for pleasure in Chicago and it seemed more of a hotel that business travellers stay at. I didn't care that i was not dressed in a suit like so many were. I loved how I just walked over the bridge at Deerborn... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

This hotel was great place to stay in Chicago. The staff was very friendly and helpful with great advise on places to go eat for dinner. The hotel bar was also very nice and a fun place to have a drink. The rooms was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. I loved the location of this hotel. We... More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This hotel consistently delivers the five star service I've come to expect after years of staying there. The hotel itself is beautiful and the rooms are very clean and comfortable. Room service is always prompt and delicious. It's within walking distance of great shopping and countless attractions. I've always found that Renaissance brand hotels are very kind to members of... More

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Fargo, North Dakota
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I stay here generally once a year as part of a meeting. Rooms are good size, staff friendly and helpful. Great location for the heart of Chicago. To me, the exercise facilities are not up to the level of the rest of the hotel. More

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Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I've stayed at the Renaissance twice in last month, and likely won't stay there again. While the location is great and the hotel is nice enough, the service isn't even par with many Courtyard or regular Marriott properties. When you book an executive "mini" suite for $524 on a saturday night, the room should really be ready at 4pm. You... More

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New York City, New York
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Not only was this a beautiful hotel but the staff was so friendly. The view from our hotel room was overlooking the Chicago river to the left and Balaban and Katz Chicago Theatre to the right. We visited Chicago for the Taste Of Chicago event during 4th of July weekend and we were in walking distance. The location was convenient... More

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Address: 1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
Price range (per night):* RM734 - 1,595

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