The Drake Hotel

Hotels
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
8.3 (1170 reviews)
140 East Walton Place , Chicago , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Incredible staff
Cons:
Dated rooms
Maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Some maintenance issues reported; overall clean but dated.
Service
10
Outstanding service from staff, especially Lesly, who is highly praised.
Location
9.83
Great location noted in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.37
Rooms are small, dated, and have maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.32
Aging amenities and reported issues with cleanliness in common areas.
Value for Money
7.35
Overall not seen as worth the price due to dated rooms.
Food and Beverage
7.81
Breakfast service issues reported; tea service was better.
Overall Experience
8.86
Mixed feelings; great staff and location but room and food issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:32

Property Description

Stunning Lake Views and Historic Elegance
The Chicago Drake hotel offers breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and a rich history dating back to 1920. Enjoy luxurious guest rooms with deluxe bedding and marble bathrooms, along with modern amenities like flat-screen HD TVs and iPod docking stations.

Convenient Amenities and Shopping
Guests can explore the arcade level shops, grab essentials at the convenience store, and make use of foreign currency exchange services without leaving the hotel. Additionally, indulge in afternoon tea or cocktails at the elegant Palm Court.

Prime Location for Exploring
Located just minutes from Oak Street Beach, Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo, and the John Hancock Center, The Drake Hilton Hotel is the perfect base for experiencing the best of Chicago. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ORD

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 53 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 45.43
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: Yes
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Room Max Guests Number: 4
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: Yes
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: Yes
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Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1170 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 10
Location: 9.83
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 7.32
Value for Money: 7.35
Food and Beverage: 7.81
Overall Experience: 8.86
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James solo_traveller gb
4
Got food poisoning from undercooked burger
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Paper cups in room

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Tourist35980562777 Family Indianapolis, Indiana
10
DePaul Prep HS graduation
Pros:

Valet attendend, bell man, & housekeeper. We have very professional responses.

2026-05-22 via Tripadvisor
S
sinan family_with_children tr
7
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
J
John couple us
8
A memorable stay in a lovely historic room with great views of Lake Michigan.
Pros:

The elegant historic feel

Cons:

The bathrooms need updating. Toiletries were sparse.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Lourdes couple us
5
The price was too high for the uncorfortable room
Pros:

The location was great

Cons:

The mattress wasn’t good and very old ,the mini refrigerator isn’t work and the bathtubs isn’t good! The price was too higher for the room condition ! Needs repair and worth!

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Susan couple us
7
Nice location; a bit tired
Pros:

Iconic hotel in a terrific location. We walked to dinner, sightseeing, shopping. Nice view of the lake. Big room.

Cons:

The decor in our room was tired, as were the bathroom fixtures. The shower took a while to figure out. Hallway had litter that remained for our stay.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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ahmed solo_traveller ma
7
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
5
546dennyp Family
10
The Drake is Grand!
Pros:

Wonderful stay all around. Beautiful historic hotel, large comfortable rooms. Close to many restaurants and attractions.

2026-05-17 via Tripadvisor
M
Marc family_with_children gb
7
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
E
EcoGoLoco Business
10
Chicago done right
Pros:

Classic elegant hotel in great location. Great bar. Rooms are spacious and very clean. Friendly, helpful staff. Walking distance to all Chicago has to offer.

2026-05-16 via Tripadvisor
C
Catherine couple gb
7
Lovely to be so central in a historic hotel
Pros:

The Room and bathroom were execellent

Cons:

Not bein ablt to have a proper breakfast

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Candace solo_traveller us
9
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
A
Andrea couple us
10
would for sure make it a revisit.
Pros:

The location was great to truly enjoy the things Chicago has to offer. Easy to get around by foot.
Everyone was freindly and helpful

Cons:

n/a There was not anything that we didnt like.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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LAURA solo_traveller es
7
Buena ubicación y relación calidad- precio; pero algo anticuado
Pros:

- Excelente ubicación
- Habitación muy amplia con vistas laterales al lago
- Limpieza

Cons:

- Acceso incómodo, el lobby no está en la planta baja
- Algo anticuado, la mitad de los enchufes no funcionan, lo que es terrible en esta época en la que necesitas el móvil para todo
- Suelo de moqueta, no es lo más higiénico, especialmente en hoteles antiguos
- No conseguí entender cómo funcionaba la ducha, la manivela estaba durísima y tuve que ducharme en cuclillas con el agua del grifo de la bañera, que tampoco acababa de tragar bien

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Niv couple de
2
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Clean, tidy and the staff were very helpful and friendly

Cons:

The aircon in my room made an horrific noise if I lowered the temperature by just 1 degree

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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jeffrM9221JE Family
10
Great for special occasion
Pros:

We had a beautiful room and were declared Guests of the Day! Since we were celebrating our 48th wedding anniversary, these gestures made it even more special.

2026-05-06 via Tripadvisor
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Kassandra couple us
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Terry couple us
8
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
F
Flynn couple us
10
Pros:

The entire stay was wonderful. Beautiful inside and Chicago never let's me down.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-01 via Nuitee