The Palmer House Hilton, Chicago, Renovation

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Out of 415

The Palmer House Hilton	Average Price: $282 Check Rates

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17 East Monroe Street

Chicago, 60603 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 12 of 39
Average review rating: 3.73

OpinionWell Value Index: 6

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (9) , Expedia (89) , MyTravelGuide (4973) , Travelocity (22) , TripAdvisor (1923) , YahooTravel (178)

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Is this hotel safe to book? See the trends in negative comments below to find out the real deal before you commit:

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:	Recent comments complained about parking fees.
Bed Bugs:	Recent comments complained about bed bugs.

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1. I decided to try the Palmer House gain because of its recent magnificent renovation.

"Great historic hotel, but rooms are way too small. I felt claustrophobic. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/17/2012 Vote

2. The hotel has recently been renovated in the Art Deco style it originally had.

"Beautifully renovated public spaces make for a special experience " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/11/2012 Vote

3. Spent two nights at the Palmer House (Saturday and Sunday) and were delighted with our renovated corner room.

"Chicago Girls Trip " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/8/2012 Vote

4. renovated and really cool.

"Three day stay to visit our college student " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/23/2012 Vote

5. Our room was recently renovated and very clean.

"Old world charm with modern amenities " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/7/2012 Vote

6. Our bathtub had been renovated, but the floor was flimsy which made it tough to balance.

"Good location, nice lobby, slow wait staff, small pool, small rooms, slow elevators. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/1/2012 Vote

7. With some minor room renovations, this place would be close to me rating it a 5 overall rating.

"Overnight Trip! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/29/2012 Vote

8. They have undergone recent renovations but the splendor of the lobby surpasses all else.

"Glorious style " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/21/2012 Vote

9. Maid service was spotty but minor problems were quickly renovated.

"Love this Hotel , So I will Forgive Its Few Trespasses " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/16/2012 Vote

10. The recent renovations have produced an historic hotel that looks very modern.

"A good hotel that could be a great one " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/1/2012 Vote