Hotels in Chicago

Location. Rising 29 stories in the Gold Coast area of downtown Chicago, Ill., the Affinia Chicago is one block from Michigan Avenue shopping on the Magnificent Mile and two blocks from the Museum of Contemporary Art and Historic Water Tower. Within four blocks of the hotel are the Lake Michigan Lakefront Running Path and the John Hancock Center.
Hotel Features. The cozy parlor lobby displays simple seating arrangements, antique lighting and a spiraled wood staircase leading into Fitzers restaurant. Reminiscent of an Irish tavern, Fitzers serves imported ales and European fare such as corned beef and cabbage and shepherd's pie among occasional live performances of acoustic Celtic music. The Affinia Chicago houses an old fashioned barber shop. Flexible event space offers complimentary print and fax services.

Guestrooms. Canopied beds with pillowtop mattresses centerpiece the Affinia Chicago's 140 suite sized guestrooms, furnished with in set wood bookcases, antique style benches and scalloped curtains. Amenities include cable television, video game consoles and wireless Internet access for a fee. Bathrooms feature terry cloth bathrobes and complimentary designer toiletries.

Hotel Expert's Tip. The concept of the Affinia Chicago focuses on treating all guests like family. I felt right at home with amenities such as complimentary holiday gift wrapping and concierge services that acquire hard to find theater tickets.

Naples Bath & Tennis Club in Naples, Fla., is less than three miles from the Gulf of Mexico and just minutes from downtown Naples. Just a few minutes away are the Naples Philharmonic, The Nature Conservancy, Caribbean Gardens and Zoological Park, the Old Naples Historic District and 5th Avenue South with its restaurants and nightlife. Nearby activities include golfing and deep sea fishing excursions.
Housed within a gated private enclave, Naples Bath & Tennis Club features 37 Har Tru tennis courts, 10 lighted for guests who want to play at night, plus a 33,000 square foot clubhouse. An on site fitness facility is staffed by personal trainers with national certifications and men's and women's locker rooms have steam and sauna rooms. Spa services are also available. Guests can enjoy fine and casual dining, jetted tub, Olympic sized pool, sundeck with poolside service, pro shop and separate tennis academy. Year round activities are offered to members and guests of all ages.

Each one and two bedroom condominium is within walking distance from the courts, clubhouse and pool. Guests can relax with family or friends on their private balcony or patio with views of the resort. Units include a fully equipped kitchen with coffeemaker, microwave oven, refrigerator and dishwasher. Other amenities include air conditioning, cable television and VCR, telephones and washer and dryer.

Naples Bath & Tennis Club appeals to guests who want to work on their game as well as those looking for a relaxing vacation near Naples attractions and beaches.

The Best Western Grant Park stands across from Grant Park in downtown Chicago, Ill. This hotel is three blocks away from Lake Michigan's Lakefront Running Path and the Spertus Museum of Judaica. Within one half mile of the property are the Chicago Loop business district, Soldier Field and Museum Campus Chicago.
Fornetto & Mei's Kitchen features Italian cuisine and a wine and coffee bar. Photocopy and fax services are available from the 24 hour front desk and complimentary newspapers are also available in the hotel lobby. Wireless Internet access is complimentary throughout the hotel. Recreational amenities include a fitness center with cardiovascular equipment and a seasonal outdoor pool and sundeck overlooking Grant Park.

English country style guestrooms at the Best Western Grant Park include oak desks and armchairs with ottomans. Select rooms feature lake and park views. Complimentary high speed Internet access and cable television are available.

Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Ill., the Ramada Inn Lake Shore is across from Lake Michigan and the 20 mile Lakefront Running Path. The University of Chicago is one half mile from the hotel and the Museum of Science and Industry is less than two miles away. A complimentary shuttle makes scheduled trips to Michigan Avenue, six miles away.
The Lake Shore Cafe serves three daily meals, including full breakfast and lunch buffets, and the lounge serves lunch and dinner. Meeting space accommodates up to 500 guests and wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. Recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Guestrooms at the Ramada Inn Lake Shore feature views of Lake Michigan. All guestrooms feature separate sitting areas. Cable television with complimentary premium channels and complimentary wireless Internet access is available. Refrigerators are provided. Microwave ovens are available for a fee.

The Residence Inn Chicago Downtown is one block from Chicago's Magnificent Mile, this all suite hotel is just steps away from Michigan Avenue shopping, Water Tower Place and the John Hancock building. The Residence Inn is a perfect destination for business travelers, extended stays or weekend getaways. Amenities include a complimentary breakfast buffets and complimentary appetizers Monday Thursday. A 24 hour business center is on site.
The morning starts with a free hot breakfast and the USA Today. This property features high speed Internet access.

Location. Soaring 39 stories above the Riverwalk at Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue, across from the shopping venues of the Magnificent Mile, the Hotel 71 stands one half mile from the Loop central business district and the Art Institute, in Chicago, Ill..
Hotel Features. Hotel 71 showcases a contemporary, fun and relaxed urban style, sporting a functional design blending custom furnishings, artwork and signature light sculptures. The hotel features a 24 hour fitness center. The on site 24 hour business center includes wireless Internet access, work pods and a concierge.

Located on the ground floor of the hotel, is Porter's Steakhouse restaurant serving a variety of options for breakfast , lunch and dinner, featuring their signature Pepperloin steak. In Porter's Bar & Lounge, urban travelers can mingle with leisure shoppers to enjoy drinks, food from the restaurant and large screen plasma televisions. Complimentary high speed wireless Internet access is available at Porter's Steakhouse and Porter's Bar & Lounge.

Guestrooms. The Hotel 71's 422 spacious guestrooms are dressed in luxurious high thread count linen, designer spa products, complimentary in room coffee service, bottled water and gourmet food products, along with large desks, ergonomic leather chairs and seating areas. Broadband Internet access is available for a fee.

Expert Tip. Meeting and banquet facilities at the Hotel 71, with modern audiovisual equipment, have become one of Chicago's most exclusive venues for weddings and special events, including the renowned Penthouse, located on the 39th floor with its unique panoramic views of Chicago.
Renovation Notice:
The hotel's bar is currently closed for renovations and is expected to reopen on March 30, 2007. This date is subject to change.

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This resort is conveniently located near a variety of entertainment venues including nightclubs, stage shows, and casinos. A golf course, sandy beach, and fishing lake are also nearby. World class skiing in the Sierra Nevada Mountains overlooking Squaw Valley is approximately a half hour drive away. On site amenities include a health club featuring a fitness center, saunas, and sporting equipment, as well as a clubhouse with pool table, darts, big screen TV, and a fireplace. Other recreational amenities include a putting green, gazebo with barbeque grills, and outdoor swimming pool. Whether you enjoy casino gaming, golfing, snow skiing, or just lounging by the pool, Thunderbird Resort Club is the place for you] Set among carefully manicured lawns, the one and two bedroom units in this townhouse complex welcome you with all the comforts of home. Fully equipped kitchens, fireplaces, private decks or courtyards, TVs and VCRs are at your disposal. Video rentals are also available upon request.

Location. A European boutique hotel in the center of downtown Chicago, Ill., the Seneca Hotel & Suites is located directly across from both the John Hancock Center and Water Tower Place. Historic Water Tower and North Michigan Avenue shopping are one block from the hotel and the Museum of Contemporary Art is three blocks away. Oak Street beach is only four blocks from the property.
Hotel Features. Built in 1924, the 17 floor Seneca Hotel & Suites displays dark wood furnishings, Oriental rugs and Impressionist reproductions throughout the hotel. Complimenting the hotel's history is The Saloon Steakhouse, serving seafood, steak and fine chops, the New York style Chalfins' Deli, and the Chestnut Grill and Wine Bar. Three meeting rooms are available for catering services and a business center is on the property. Wireless Internet access is complimentary throughout the hotel. The concierge desk provides discounts to Linda Field's Salon and Spa, offering massages, facials and manicures. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center with cardiovascular and strength training equipment and a rooftop sundeck. A cleaners service is also on site, providing same day dry cleaning services.

Guestrooms. The Seneca Hotel & Suites combines permanent residential quarters with 190 guestrooms featuring high ceilings with crown moldings and dark wood furnishings. Fully equipped kitchens have microwave ovens, refrigerators and dishwashers. Included are desks and complimentary wireless Internet access.

Expert Tip. Located five blocks from the hotel is the Water Tower ticket office, offering half price, same day theater tickets to numerous venues.