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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, a short walk to State Street

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City view
Lobby
Exterior
Restaurant
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 268 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, View (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Espresso maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shedd Aquarium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Soldier Field - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grant Park Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Guy's Legends - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger Bar Chicago - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

Upscale hotel near Art Institute of Chicago
Located close to Grant Park and Soldier Field, Le Méridien Essex Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro, the on-site bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting rooms, ATM/banking services, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 274 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

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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

Restaurants on site

  • Grant Park Bistro

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

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

More

  • 15 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Destination fee: USD 17.61 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 77 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number 60605

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Le Méridien Essex Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of Mar 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on Apr 21, 2025 start from $119.0, 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.

How much is parking at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Valet parking is available for USD 77 per night.

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 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Le Méridien Essex Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Columbia College Chicago and State Street. Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are also within 15 minutes. Harrison Station is 7 minutes by foot and Roosevelt Station is 8 minutes.

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Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 665 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1104 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vedran

This is a great location and stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Great stay food was good room was lovely staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayy

I liked my stay and the drinks and food where delicious ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Check in was easy and pleasant. The room was clean and the downstairs restaurant was delicious and the staff very nice. Kiera helped us check in and was so helpful. I would highly recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octave

It’s a nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artis

Great location and rooms!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

I really lile this property and love staying there
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Room was quiet, clean, and had a well lit bathroom with nice toiletries. Staff were very friendly. Workout room was nice and equipped with towels. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Great views of the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

chris

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel is just OK. The rooms are quite small. The staff is sometimes friendly but oftentimes not. The cafe attached food quality is pretty poor. You are given a $16 voucher when you check in to use at the cafe, which is fine, but its always disappointing. Will not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

chris

At check in I was given an accessible room which I did not reserve then a 2 bedroom room since there were no King beds available. I would have booked somewhere else if I would have known this. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Good location, smaller more personable property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Willis

Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wynter

Disliked: Staff & service
Rude inhospitable front desk employees. With so many options in Chicago don’t stay here, look elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Great place to stay and really great for the price!! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

great location/nice restaurant and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Definitely recommend this location. Loved our stay , staff is accommodating & facility is clean ! Front desk customer service 10/10 . Will choose again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

In town for the Bears game. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance

It was a great choice for a weekend get-a-way and we would happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Sarah the bartender was magnificent she talked laughed and smiled with us definitely helped us have a memorable moment! Thanks girl!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lance

Really small rooms with neighbors who constantly smoked Marijuana! Average hotel in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Weijia

Room is cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024