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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Grant Park

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A bar area with a large mural, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the counter.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.
A restaurant with outdoor seating, covered by umbrellas, and decorated with hanging planters.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, State Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dearborn Station
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(113 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (View)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (View)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of buildings.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Hearing Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Hearing Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a potted plant.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2

HOUSE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 8

HOUSE CITY VIEW TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 8

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About the area

Chicago

Central Chicago getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll find Grant Park and Millennium Park. Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Grant Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dearborn Station - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Auditorium Building and Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 5 min walk
  • Harrison Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪South Loop Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger Bar Chicago - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paris Baguette - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4-star hotel near Grant Park
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Le Méridien Essex Chicago also features a 24-hour fitness center, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 274 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 77 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (32 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Destination fee: USD 17.83 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 77 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 60605

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Hotel Essex
Essex Chicago
Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago
Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel
Hotel Hotel Essex Chicago
Hotel Essex Chicago Chicago
Essex
Hotel Essex Chicago
Le Meridien Essex Chicago
Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel
Le Méridien Essex Chicago Chicago
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Le Méridien Essex Chicago to the airport?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago is 11.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on Oct 31, 2026 start from CA $331, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Le Méridien Essex Chicago.

How close is Le Méridien Essex Chicago to the beach?

This hotel is 2.6 mi (9-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 3.1 mi (9-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago offer free breakfast?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 77 per night.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have a pool?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago does not have a pool.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Le Méridien Essex Chicago have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Le Méridien Essex Chicago to downtown Chicago?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago is 0.5 mi away from Chicago.

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here often and it is always a pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Would definitely stay here again! Clean, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stuff members were very friendly, the rooms were very clean. Everything was just great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it. Great boutique hotel with a wonderful bistro!.... will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish and spotless room, incredibly kind and helpful staff, great amenities, terrific location - I look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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beautiful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly & welcoming. Room was comfortable. Great location!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was very clean. All the staff we encountered were very helpful and friendly. Fantastic location, was within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go during our trip. We were very happy with this hotel overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great day super nice staff and very helpful comfortable clean, and a great location at a reasonable price very pleased
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for my needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Every aspect of our stay was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was very convenient for my event. The check in process was quick and easy. I appreciate them giving complementary water.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Historic building, great location! Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great views close to museums and great restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay..awesome staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Bar was well-stocked, shops nearby are great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Perfect location to shops, restaurants- right on Michigan Ave. 20-25 walk to soldier field for the Bruno Mars concert. Staff very attentive. Grant Park Bistro very good for brunch.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and very helpful, gave us a lot of great recommendations for places to check out and also upgraded our room for free. The room was very nice, a little tight but that is expected in Chicago. Bathroom was perfect great shower, amazing view from room and bathroom window. Very conveniently located, quick walk from the train. Highly recommend and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, lots to check out near by
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and not far from places!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Centrally located to all I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Easy walk to the lake, field museum, and the bean. Lots of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026