Chicago Drake Hotel, Chicago, New

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41st

Out of 415

Chicago Drake Hotel	Average Price: $284 Check Rates

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140 East Walton Place

Chicago, 60611 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 19 of 39
Average review rating: 4

OpinionWell Value Index: 5

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (40) , MyTravelGuide (621) , TripAdvisor (494) , YahooTravel (107)

SAFE TO BOOK ? (2/5 issues found)

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Construction:	There are recent comments about Construction, 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. If you are looking for a brand new, cool, trendy hotel with nightlife then this isn't the place for you.

"If you like old school hotels then you will be thrilled. Great location too. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/7/2011 Vote

2. The rooms have the historic charm that's lost on so many new properties today.

"Lovely historic hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/13/2011 Vote

3. Reminds me of the Waldorf in new york in many ways.

"Great stay at the Drake, but somewhere else to park your car " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/12/2011 Vote

4. It's my new favorite place to stay.

"Above expectations " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/1/2011 Vote

5. My husband was allergic to the down pillows and comforter but they sent up new pillows and remade the bed with blankets but left the comforter for me and left a nice note indicating which were the down pillows (for me) and the alternate pillows for him.

"Classic luxury " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/11/2011 Vote

6. They always spoke to the girls, commented on their new dolls and pretty dresses.

"Perfect for American girl Weekend " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/28/2011 Vote

7. The Drake is a whole new world in terms of room and amenities in the last two years.

"Classic Uptown Luxury " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/25/2011 Vote

8. If you're looking for a 'new' hotel this isnt it -- but a place with charm, you got it.

"What a great place - highly recommend " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/20/2011 Vote

9. Coming from new Orleans, changing planes inChicago.

"Stranded in Chicago.....Much better than sleeping in airport " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/16/2010 Vote

10. I am afraid that the current crop of employees have brought a new millenium attitude - which is we don't give a care about the guests - even repeat guests.

"The Drake; a mistake? " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/6/2010 Vote