The Palmer House Hilton

Hotels
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Hilton Hotels & Resorts
8 (1831 reviews)
17 East Monroe Street , Chicago , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Great location
Vibrant atmosphere
Good amenities
Cons:
Bathroom cleanliness issues
Restaurant service problems
Check-in wait times

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Issues noted with bathroom cleanliness and maintenance.
Service
8.5
Staff were consistently friendly and helpful across various reviews.
Location
9
Perfect location for downtown attractions and easy walking access.
Room Quality
7
Mixed reviews on room quality; significant issues reported with bathroom.
Amenities
8.5
Good amenities including fitness center and pool area.
Value for Money
8
General satisfaction with pricing relative to accommodations.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Varied experiences with restaurant service and offerings.
Overall Experience
8
Enjoyed a vibrant and fun atmosphere despite some negative aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 00:38

Property Description

Historic Downtown Hotel in Chicago's Theatre and Financial District

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
Indulge in modern guest rooms at Palmer House Hilton, equipped with a flat-screen HDTV, desk, and cozy armchair. Enjoy the convenience of housekeeping services and unwind in style.

On-Site Dining and Wellness Options
Savor American cuisine at Lockwood Restaurant or opt for Lockwood Express for a quick bite. Keep fit at the fitness centre or pamper yourself at the on-site spa for a rejuvenating experience.

Convenient Location and Accessibility
With a prime location just a block away from Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago, explore the city with ease. The Monroe Red Line subway station nearby provides seamless access to Chicago's top attractions.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Palmer House Hilton!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Daily mandatory destination charge includes: daily $10 food and beverage credit for use in all hotel outlets, daily $25 credit towards on-site spa services, premium guestroom internet access.

Self-parking is available for a fee. Valet parking is available for a fee. Contact the property for details.

Requests for early arrival and/or late departure will be granted based upon availability and subject to additional charges.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ORD

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Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1831 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 8
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Miguel • couple • mx
5
Pros:

Las camas muy cómodas

Cons:

El personal del hotel se encontraba en huelga, nunca limpiaron las habitaciones, el servicio muy limitado, el costo por las fechas fue el triple de lo habitual y se limitaron a una disculpa, sin ninguna compensación para los huéspedes

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • couple • us
4
It was adequate enough.
Pros:

The location is amazing.

Cons:

There was a hotel strike the exact days we were there unfortunately so there was really no service. Garbage was piling up in hallways, they put piles of towels out on each floor by the elevators. Etc. The staff was friendly and helpful enough when approached but for the price this was unacceptable. It should’ve cost half what we paid for the service we got.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Rolando • couple • es
1
Horrible.
Pros:

Nothing. Only location.

Cons:

There was a strike lasting all of my stay. There was noise all the time. My room was not clean during all my stay. When I raised a complaint the only solution given by the hotel was to write a google review.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • us
6
We were there for the Chicago marathon and were very excited. If we visited during a non strike I’m sure my rating would
Pros:

The historic building is absolutely beautiful

Cons:

Unfortunately we were there during a strike. There was no daily housekeeping. Trash was piling up by the elevators. We had to walk through the annoying picket lines every time you left the hotel

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Bonnie • couple • us
8
Pros:

I really love Chicago I ran the Chicago marathon. It was perfect location to from the start and finish.of the race . The gym and pool were fantastic . The pool especially after the 26.2 miles

Cons:

They were striking during our stay . We had no housekeeping , had get towels in the hallway , garbage piled up and entering and leaving the hotel you had to listen to loud pickers banging drums yelling bed bugs and other things . We had my granddaughter with us which scared her every time we left and came back to the hotel. The price didn’t reflect our inconveniences . The price was absorbent for this kind of inconveniences

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Chih pei • couple • tw
1
吵鬧,髒亂,房價高
Pros:

不滿意

Cons:

設備差,房間都整理

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • solo_traveller • us
10
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Nesrine • couple • us
2
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Kwabena • solo_traveller • ng
1
Extremely poor service not befitting of a Hilton
Pros:

Location, but there are other hotels at that location that deliver better value

Cons:

Our worst hotel experience cost USD700 per night
- very noisy labour ptotest indicative of very poor hotel management. Issues had not resolved since August 2026
- the room was not cleaned or serviced during our 6 day stay
- worn out carpets and stained bathrooms
- terrible breakfast buffet, cold eggs and stale pancakes
- intermittent wifi disconnection
- no tea, coffee maker or complimentary snacks

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • family_with_children • us
9
An over all good experience.
Pros:

Friendly staff
Clean room.

Cons:

Had toilet issues.
Protesters out front of the entrances. Making noise until late at night.
No room service because of short staff. Probably out protesting.
Charged for a pull-away bed that never arrived.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Russell • family_with_children • gb
1
Very poor experience and shocking value for money as it was not cheap
Pros:

Excellent location in the city centre

Cons:

Very tired and not very clean. No room service and the room and the bathroom had not been cleaned properly and were berry disappointing

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • us
3
Wasn’t what I paid for.
Pros:

The location of the property was good for the reason I was there. Which was the marathon.

Cons:

The union workers went on strike in which the hotel and them have been negotiating since August. This understandably led to no services to our room, restrictions on the restaurant and so on. It wasn’t what I paid for.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • us
10
We love the Palmer House, we love Chicago.
Pros:

We love the Palmer House. Its decor is stunning, and the hotel is convenient to many of the things we love about Chicago. We love being downtown. The beds and pillows were magnificent. We wanted to steal the pillows!

Cons:

The bathroom was clean and well-appointed but tiny. It was hard to close the door from inside. I have no other complaints about the room or the accommodations.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
3
Excellent location Poor service ongoing
Pros:

The staff were on strike during all out stay , so no cleaning done , no room service, no beverage top ups , no bins emptied
Expected to be looked after for the price and it was a let down as we had travelled avery long way

Cons:

Cleanliness , no room serves at all , dirty bins etc

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Alfonso • couple • co
1
La ciudad increíble El hotel terrible incluso fui con amigos a tomar una copa al bar y los que atendían también eran
Pros:

La ubicación para vivir la Marathon

Cons:

Hubo una manifestación todo el día por empleados del servicio de limpieza fue noticia nacional Y fui a correr mi Marathon y no hubo limpieza ningún día de mi estancia ni recogida de basura ni nada

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Shishir Kumar • family_with_children • us
7
Good value for money. Perfect location to enjoy Chicago downtown
Pros:

Location was fantastic - close to all points of interest

Cons:

It would have helped to have microwave in the room so that we can have warm tea or heat any food. Seemed like a critical missing amenity

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Darko • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Fahim • solo_traveller • us
1
STAY AWAY!!!
Pros:

The only good things about the property were its location and the front desk staff.

Cons:

Aside from what I described above, everything else was horrible.
- Our first night there, my wife and I had dinner at the restaurant on sight, initial impressions were that the restaurant was amazing. The person responsible for taking our order brought us our waters and drinks but then took forever to come back and actually take our food order.
- Secondly, the beds were awful. They were NOT COMFORTABLE at all! It was like they got some cheap mattress and just put it on a bed frame. Trying to sleep was difficult! Kept feeling like something was poking my back! My wife couldn’t get any sleep either! She kept on having to wake up at 3 AM!
- The management did not inform any of the guests that there was a strike planned with their hotel staff. My wife and I found out on our second day there. Initially this wasn’t an issue but there was no room service. Our bed sheets were not changed. We didn’t get new towels. The bathroom floors did not get cleaned. Also, my wife informed me that even the tub in our room flooded a little bit. It ended up becoming a filthy nightmare for us.
- Honestly this should not be a 4 star hotel. For the amount I paid, approximately $2800, it was not worth it. My wife and I love Chicago, but this hotel is awful! Just pay your staff a livable wage! The workers striking were right, hotel management did not care about the guests. They comped us some points.. heck they should refund me the amount I paid for the stay. My wife and I were here for the Chicago Marathon. Next time when we come, we will NOT be staying here!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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sandrine • couple • fr
3
Un service comercial médiocre mais un hôtel qui mérite d’être vu et dont l’emplacement est idéal.
Pros:

Parfait Emplacement
Bâtiment d’une beauté incroyable

Cons:

Nous avons subit une grève qui a amené beaucoup de bruit. Nous avons pu regagner notre chambre seulement à 18h!!’ Et avons été réveillés à 6h du matin par le bruit. Au vu du prix de la chambre, le geste commercial a été bien ridicule pour un Hotel du groupe Hilton!!

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee