Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago, Chicago, Pricey

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Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago	Average Price: $253 Check Rates

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163 East Walton Place

Chicago, 60611-1527 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 15 of 39
Average review rating: 3.29

OpinionWell Value Index: 6

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (5) , Expedia (73) , MyTravelGuide (161) , Travelocity (9) , TripAdvisor (659) , YahooTravel (41)

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Construction:	There are recent comments about Construction, Remodeling, Renovation.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. We had breakfast in the morning at the resturant - a little pricey, but good.

"We had a great experience " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/24/2012 Vote

2. The only downside was the pricey parking.

"New Year's Eve Stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/20/2012 Vote

3. I find Chicago pricey overall, but I was splitting the room, so it came within budget.

"Excellent Service/Quiet Rooms " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/5/2011 Vote

4. The valet parking is pricey, $50.

"Great hotel and location " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/25/2011 Vote

5. We did eat breakfast off-site everyday because the restaurant in the hotel was pricey and didn't have a great selection but that was no big deal because of the prime location and everything was in walking distance.

"We loved it and will definitely be back when visiting Chicago! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/20/2011 Vote

6. This site recommended the Knickerbocker as being of a similar quality at a more reasonable price than many downtown Chicago hotels, which tend to be extremely pricey (especially including parking rates).

"Great for a weekend getaway " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/28/2010 Vote

7. The museums & galleries are great but can be pricey, so ask at the hotel which days are free.

"Lovely " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/22/2010 Vote

8. restaurant a little pricey for breakfast.

"Great Hotel " Read full review on Travelocity 4/1/2010 Vote

9. #1 the restaurant in the lobby (name = Nix) was very pricey and #2 the shower head in the bathroom was a combination "rain" shower head and a hand held sprayer.

"Great place, Nice price " Read full review on Expedia 9/18/2009 Vote

10. Drawbacks: their restaurant menu (and room service) are a bit pricey for me.

"Our stay at the Knickerbocker made our first trip to Chicago a memorable experience! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/1/2009 Vote