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The Fairmont Chicago

200 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
The Fairmont Chicago
Real Traveler Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 526 reviews from 6 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Based on 526 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "The hotel was a great place to get out from the snow and wind." source Travelocity

    "Thank you for a great experience." source Travelocity

    "I would stay there again but my wife would prefer not to." source Expedia

    "Woul definatly stay again." source Expedia

    "I would definitely stay there again." source Expedia

  • Clean: Rating of 4.7 out of 5

    "The room was large and spotless, the staff was very corteous and professional, and the food at Aria Restaurant was delicious (huge portions." source Orbitz

    "I especially like how clean and beautiful the rooms were and the location which is walking distance to the heart of Chicago." source Hotels.com

    "Clean hotel near Michigan and State that just finished a big remodel." source Expedia

    "The Fairmont in Chicago was clean, organized and the service was spectacular." source Orbitz

    "The hotel itself was great - clean room - great decor - great location." source Hotels.com

  • Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "They promote the Bentley service quite a bit but didn't make it clear how to take advantage." source Orbitz

    "It is a very nice hotel with very friendly and helpful staff." source Hotels.com

    "Great location, terrific room and friendly staff made our stay very enjoyable." source Travelocity

    "The hotel service was exceptional, and the concierge was very helpful finding restaurants and directions." source Hotels.com

    "We were very comfortable and felt pampered by the service." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5

    "Part of the room (bar area) had not been cleaned (dirty glasses, etc." source Hotels.com

    "location was great--we walked everywhere, including oriental theatre for evening play." source Travelocity

    "CanÂ’t beat the location for Millenium activities." source Expedia

    "Walking distance from the Fairmont." source Travelocity

    "Great location for everything." source Travelocity

  • Value: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "I got a with a suite fora rock-bottom price." source Travelocity

  • Room: Rating of 4.7 out of 5

    "Aside from a few minor glitches that I truly believe were simply my typical "good" fortune when traveling (the coffee maker had gone missing, and it took a day to get it replaced) the Fairmont is a wonderful venue -- comfortable well-appointed rooms, a courteous, professional staff, an outstanding wine-bar, and the restaurant is top notch." source Travelocity

    "When we checked in we asked for a room with a view, it was simply outstanding. They appologized, telling us the room was a bit small." source Expedia

    "Got chocolate dipped strawberries delivered to one room and a cake with fresh berries to another room upon arrival without asking." source Travelocity

    "Room was large and lovely with a partial lake view." source Travelocity

More information on The Fairmont Chicago

The Fairmont Chicago is a sophisticated high-rise that combines classic and contemporary styles, with sweeping views of downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan. It is located in downtown Chicago within walking distance to the Millennium Park and Magnificent Mile shops and operates one of Chicago's most acclaimed restaurants, aria.

Check-in Time:

3:00 PM

Check-out Time:

12:00 PM

Year Built:

In 2006, both ballrooms and all meeting space was

Year Renovated:

In 2006, both ballrooms and all meeting space was

Total Rooms:

Standard:Fairmont Room - have a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and shower with a rainfall-styStandard:Fairmont Room - have a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and shower with a rainfall-stySuite:Grand Suites - Must be booked at the hotelThere are 5 Specialty Suite at hotel including the Fairmont Grand Suite, Grant Park Suite, Lincoln Park Suite and Presidential Suite.Average rate is $2900 per night.Deluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showDeluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showDeluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showDeluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showConcierge:Fairmont Gold Suite - features HSIA and are luxuriously appointed, exceptionally spacious one-bedroom suites. Furnishings feature a mixture of contemporary and period styles, including antiques and original artwork. The bedroom closes off from the livingConcierge:Fairmont Gold Room - feature HSIA and are luxuriously appointed newly-renovated and exceptionally spacious rooms. Furnishings feature a mixture of contemporary and period styles, including antiques and original artwork. All rooms have a spacious work arConcierge:Fairmont Gold Room - feature HSIA and are luxuriously appointed newly-renovated and exceptionally spacious rooms. Furnishings feature a mixture of contemporary and period styles, including antiques and original artwork. All rooms have a spacious work arSuite:Fairmont Suite - feature sweeping views of the city. They offer HSIA and a view of Lake Michigan. The living room contains a sofa and armchairs and closes off from the bedroom with a door. The suite also offers a dining table for four people and a built-iSuite:Fairmont Suite - feature sweeping views of the city. They offer HSIA and a view of Lake Michigan. The living room contains a sofa and armchairs and closes off from the bedroom with a door. The suite also offers a dining table for four people and a built-iSuite:Fairmont Suite - feature sweeping views of the city. They offer HSIA and a view of Lake Michigan. The living room contains a sofa and armchairs and closes off from the bedroom with a door. The suite also offers a dining table for four people and a built-iSuite:Park View Suite - offers HSIA and a view of Grant Park. The bedroom closes off from the living room with a door. The living room has a sofa and armchairs, dining table for four people and a built-in wet bar. All Park View Suites have one marble bathroom (Suite:Park View Suite - offers HSIA and a view of Grant Park. The bedroom closes off from the living room with a door. The living room has a sofa and armchairs, dining table for four people and a built-in wet bar. All Park View Suites have one marble bathroom (Suite:Park View Suite - offers HSIA and a view of Grant Park. The bedroom closes off from the living room with a door. The living room has a sofa and armchairs, dining table for four people and a built-in wet bar. All Park View Suites have one marble bathroom (Two Bedrooms:Two Bedroom Fairmont Suite and Two Bedroom Park Suite - The Two-Bedroom Suites offer HSIA. The suite portion has a master bedroom that can be closed off from the living room for more privacy, a dining area with a table for four, built-in wet bar and armchConcierge:Two Bedroom Fairmont Gold Suite - One Bedroom Fairmont Gold Suite can become a Two Bedroom by adding FKN + GKN. Reserve as an itinerary.Put specials code CN and 2S in each segment.Add Remards 'Two Bedroom Suite' and give reservation number.Standard:Fairmont Rooms - available in smk and non smk. Bed type available double and king. High speed internet available.Deluxe:Deluxe Room - category above Fairmont Room. Smk or non smk available in king bed type. Also called lakeview, cityview etc at each property, high speed internet available.Luxury:Premier Suite - Has a sitting area adjacent to bedroom with pull out couch. Available in smk and non-smk with double, queen and king beds. High speed internet avialable.Concierge:An exclusive floor with dedicated on-floor concierge staff. A private lounge serving comp deluxe continental breakfast, afternoon tea, evening canapes with honor bar. Comp high speed internet access.

Total Floors:

37 floors.

Rooms:

Standard:Fairmont Room - have a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and shower with a rainfall-styStandard:Fairmont Room - have a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and shower with a rainfall-stySuite:Grand Suites - Must be booked at the hotelThere are 5 Specialty Suite at hotel including the Fairmont Grand Suite, Grant Park Suite, Lincoln Park Suite and Presidential Suite.Average rate is $2900 per night.Deluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showDeluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showDeluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showDeluxe:Deluxe Room - has a sleek contemporary feel. The di1/2cor features soothing earth tones and a burst of colour in the Warwick Orme floral artwork. These exceptionally spacious rooms offer HSIA and a spacious marble bathroom with separate water closet and showConcierge:Fairmont Gold Suite - features HSIA and are luxuriously appointed, exceptionally spacious one-bedroom suites. Furnishings feature a mixture of contemporary and period styles, including antiques and original artwork. The bedroom closes off from the livingConcierge:Fairmont Gold Room - feature HSIA and are luxuriously appointed newly-renovated and exceptionally spacious rooms. Furnishings feature a mixture of contemporary and period styles, including antiques and original artwork. All rooms have a spacious work arConcierge:Fairmont Gold Room - feature HSIA and are luxuriously appointed newly-renovated and exceptionally spacious rooms. Furnishings feature a mixture of contemporary and period styles, including antiques and original artwork. All rooms have a spacious work arSuite:Fairmont Suite - feature sweeping views of the city. They offer HSIA and a view of Lake Michigan. The living room contains a sofa and armchairs and closes off from the bedroom with a door. The suite also offers a dining table for four people and a built-iSuite:Fairmont Suite - feature sweeping views of the city. They offer HSIA and a view of Lake Michigan. The living room contains a sofa and armchairs and closes off from the bedroom with a door. The suite also offers a dining table for four people and a built-iSuite:Fairmont Suite - feature sweeping views of the city. They offer HSIA and a view of Lake Michigan. The living room contains a sofa and armchairs and closes off from the bedroom with a door. The suite also offers a dining table for four people and a built-iSuite:Park View Suite - offers HSIA and a view of Grant Park. The bedroom closes off from the living room with a door. The living room has a sofa and armchairs, dining table for four people and a built-in wet bar. All Park View Suites have one marble bathroom (Suite:Park View Suite - offers HSIA and a view of Grant Park. The bedroom closes off from the living room with a door. The living room has a sofa and armchairs, dining table for four people and a built-in wet bar. All Park View Suites have one marble bathroom (Suite:Park View Suite - offers HSIA and a view of Grant Park. The bedroom closes off from the living room with a door. The living room has a sofa and armchairs, dining table for four people and a built-in wet bar. All Park View Suites have one marble bathroom (Two Bedrooms:Two Bedroom Fairmont Suite and Two Bedroom Park Suite - The Two-Bedroom Suites offer HSIA. The suite portion has a master bedroom that can be closed off from the living room for more privacy, a dining area with a table for four, built-in wet bar and armchConcierge:Two Bedroom Fairmont Gold Suite - One Bedroom Fairmont Gold Suite can become a Two Bedroom by adding FKN + GKN. Reserve as an itinerary.Put specials code CN and 2S in each segment.Add Remards 'Two Bedroom Suite' and give reservation number.Standard:Fairmont Rooms - available in smk and non smk. Bed type available double and king. High speed internet available.Deluxe:Deluxe Room - category above Fairmont Room. Smk or non smk available in king bed type. Also called lakeview, cityview etc at each property, high speed internet available.Luxury:Premier Suite - Has a sitting area adjacent to bedroom with pull out couch. Available in smk and non-smk with double, queen and king beds. High speed internet avialable.Concierge:An exclusive floor with dedicated on-floor concierge staff. A private lounge serving comp deluxe continental breakfast, afternoon tea, evening canapes with honor bar. Comp high speed internet access.

Cancellation Policy

4 pm on day of arrival

Directions

Outside the front door - all of downtown Chicago awaits. The Art Institute and the Field Museum - Navy Pier and Chicago*s Lakefront - the acclaimed shopping along the Magnificent mile and Oak Street Boutiques - theaters and nightclubs or the bustling business district and the serene escape of Millennium Park all intersect at one location: The Fairmont Chicago hotel.

Area

CHICAGO, US, IL60601

Pets

False

Attractions

Navy Pier 2 Miles / 3 Kilometers Grant Park 0 Miles / 0 Kilometers Art Institute 0 Miles / 0 Kilometers McCormick Place 1 Mile / 2 Kilometers Magnificent Mile 1 Mile / 2 Kilometers Adler Planetarium 1 Mile / 2 Kilometers

Dining

aria Restaurantaria provides a contemporary twist on conventional comfort foods. using american flavors and ingredients to update traditional dishes from around the world, aria defies regional dining, creating a distinctive experience that is both culturally inspired anaria Bar (sushi)Blending equal parts restaurant and lounge, aria bar is an adult's playground. anchored by a gold amorphic sofa and an illuminated sushi station, aria bar is a sensory experience set to a global sountrack. Sari-inlaid tables, influenced by traditional nEno Wine RoomEnvision a stylish oasis devoted to the culinary world's three most sensual indulgences, wine, cheese, and chocolate. At Eno, you'll experience a dazzling taste and sensory experience. We showcase 300 to 500 varietals of wine from around the world, offere

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