James Hotel Chicago, Chicago, Expensive

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James Hotel Chicago	Average Price: $282 Check Rates

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55 East Ontario

Chicago, 60611 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 3 of 39
Average review rating: 4.23

OpinionWell Value Index: 7

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (37) , Travelocity (9) , TripAdvisor (655) , YahooTravel (30)

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1. Breakfast: Not included in price and was pretty expensive however very goodFacilities: Great gym (but need a water machine), Spa, 2 Bars (lobby bar and JBar)General: Still love this hotel (see previous review Feb 2010).

"Enjoyed the James again... even more " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/21/2012 Vote

2. Loved: big bottles of toiletries, better for environment and easier to use-nook with couch in room was awesome, a kid would love sleeping there and its a great work space-awesome full blast shower-soft beds-nice front desk-great location, walk to storesDidnt love: pricey restaurant, is $100 a head without booze and although food is great it is too much for people without expense accounts.

"Chic and modern hotel by michigan ave " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/29/2012 Vote

3. They sent us to a different garage several blocks away that was also $6 more expensive, and we had to walk.

"Smooth, Relaxed, Modern, in the Heart of Chicago " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/19/2011 Vote

4. So, they are the negative things but they are still niggling me as they were so unnecessary in an expensive hotel-great customer service goes such a long way even when minimal effort is involved but lack-lustre service leaves a furrowed brow.

"Great but with a few gripes-just can't decide! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/9/2011 Vote

5. We left some expensive clothes in the closet and didn't realize it until we got back to Texas.

"Awesome! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/21/2011 Vote

6. (low level of finishes, furniture and facilities)-The restaurant in the hotel, 'Primehouse' too expensive and bad service (big basic mistakes) .

"Great location but do not becomes what pretends to be " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/31/2011 Vote

7. Parking was somewhat expensive but what do you expect being downtown?.

"Wonderful Stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/1/2011 Vote

8. This is probably a fascinating hotel for the average high-roller, expense account wielding guest, but I can't recommend it for tourists, even though the location is perfect for downtown.

"Not tourist friendly " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/21/2011 Vote

9. Rates good for two nights, expensive for a Saturday.

"Great location and Concierge " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/15/2011 Vote

10. Also, there is a Trader Joe's across the street where you can get some wine & beer,water, and snacks, rather than using the very expensive mini bar in your room.

"Perfect Anniversary Weekend " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/2/2011 Vote