Millennium Hotel Knickerbocker Chicago

Hotels
Millennium Hotels
8 (2458 reviews)
163 East Walton Place , Chicago , us

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent service
Amenities lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.21
Some reviews mentioned rooms with mildew and mold, indicating a need for better maintenance.
Service
8.18
Generally friendly staff, but inconsistency noted in handling issues.
Location
9.22
Numerous reviews highlight the excellent location near attractions.
Room Quality
7.17
Some reviews pointed out small rooms and tired decor.
Amenities
7.2
Limited amenities such as closed restaurant and lack of coffee availability.
Value for Money
8.16
Many find it a good value, though some disagree due to issues experienced.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Breakfast was noted positively by several guests.
Overall Experience
8.18
Mixed reviews; positive aspects but significant issues reported as well.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:36

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in upscale comfort with 40-inch flat-screen TVs, plush bedding, and modern bathrooms with spa toiletries and rainfall shower heads.

Dining and Entertainment
Experience farm-to-table cuisine at NiX and sip on classic cocktails from the 1920’s at Martini Bar with live jazz piano entertainment. Don't forget to dance the night away in the iconic Crystal Ballroom.

Prime Location
Explore the best of Chicago with the hotel's proximity to the Magnificent Mile, John Hancock Center, 360 Chicago, Oak Street Beach, Navy Pier, and more. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience at Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel.

Important information:

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

Please note: The hotel will put a hold on guest credit cards. The amount held is dependent upon the length of stay at the hotel.

Please Note: Rooms with breakfast rates are for 2 adults only.

Daily Resort Fee includes:
-Complimentary high-speed internet
-24-hour business center access
-24-hour fitness center access
-Seasonal coupons for city activities (subject to availability)
-Complimentary coffee and tea en suite

Please note that rooms with breakfast rates are for 2 adults only.

Please note that both Nix and Martini Bar outlets will be reopening effective 5th March 2026 onwards.

The Nix and Martini Bar will remain closed during the period of January to February of 2026.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 10.95 per 24 hours.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 55 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2458 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.21
Service: 8.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.17
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.18
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lenasE3027AZ Family
10
I will stay again.
Pros:

Location is perfect. Room is clean , beds are very comfortable. Very quiet. Atmosphere is calm. Food is delicious.

2026-07-30 via Tripadvisor
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Dream551889 Couples
2
Disappointed
Pros:

Location was great . It stops there !
Shabby, smelly , dated rooms . Smelly pillows . Had to use a bath towel to wrap pillows in on the bed . Staff not friendly or helpful except one girl on the front desk . Bar staff rude
Tv did not work . We asked for new pillows & tv fixed . Neither happened. We stayed 3 nights . I won’t be back

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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U2485NFjordanl Family
4
Knickerbocker double-charging taxes and fees
Pros:

I recently stayed at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel in Chicago, IL from July 18, 2026 - July 22, 2026 after booking and prepaying through Priceline on April 18, 2026. Specifically, I booked and prepaid both the room rate of $609.44 ( $152.36 / night) for 4 nights and taxes and fees of $159.04 for a total charge of $768.48. Despite this, upon checking out at approximately 11:19AM CDT on 7/22/26, I was notified by front desk staff at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel that my card on file was being charged additional city taxes and a destination fee totaling $103.12. I requested to speak to a manager on duty given that taxes and fees were already prepaid at the time of booking but was told that at 11:19AM CDT, no manager was currently on duty. The front desk staff was provided my email and assured me that they would email me resolution of this issue by afternoon on the same date, but no email or phone communication was received. As of writing this complaint on July 26, 2026, I still have not received communication from the Hotel. Importantly, Priceline states that “For pay-now reservations when you are charged at the time of your reservation, in connection with facilitating your hotel transaction, the charge to you will include a charge for ‘Taxes and Fees’…Our hotel suppliers generally include all applicable taxes for your hotel room in the amount billed to us.” Furthermore, Priceline highlights that “Any mandatory hotel-specific fees will be disclosed to you prior to booking your reservation.” Lastly, one of the services (free bottled water) paid for through the destination fee was unavailable for multiple days of the stay due to stock-out. HOW CAN YOU BE OUT OF BOTTLED WATER!? I am concerned that either Priceline or the Hotel is double-billing for “taxes and fees”. I have previously stayed at this Hotel, but due to this experience, will avoid this business in the future.

2026-07-26 via Tripadvisor
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Jan family_with_children us
8
Excellent for 3 nights with sisters. Good location
Pros:

Friendly sstsff. Room

Cons:

Need more outlets for USB

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Zulin couple br
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Jillian couple us
10
Pros:

The bed was the
Most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Hannah couple ie
7
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Kim solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Juan solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Amanda couple us
8
Quick stay in the city- clean place to stay in a good location
Pros:

Clean rooms, easy check in

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Valentina family_with_children it
7
Bella posizone, belle camere e buon servizio
Pros:

Posizione perfetta a pochi minuti da 360 tower e dalla spiaggia. A pochi minuti anche fermate bus per raggiungere zone più lontane

Cons:

Troppo alto il deposito. Mancanza di colazione inclusa nella tariffa.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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janecZ9601DF Family
10
GREAT PLACE!!!
Pros:

My mom and I visited for a breakfast at Nix Restaurant at Millennium Hotel on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The buffet was DELICIOUS, and the staff was amazingly kind. I accidentally spilled water on the table, but they made me feel so comfortable, and cleaned up right away, and said "please don't way, all is good". Shout out to incredible staff there, Alex, Alberto, Frano, and Rojas, and everyone who serve with kindness and generous spirit. Oh, and for all-you-can-eat buffet, the price was so seasonable, and we will be back. I'd recommend this place to anyone!! 10/10! -Jane

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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Jim Watts solo_traveller us
9
A great place and a good location.
Pros:

It is centrally located for the places I visited. The room was comfortable and quiet.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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John couple us
1
Awful hotel that should be avoided at all costs.
Pros:

The hotel is centrally located in Streeterville and close to the beach and other popular sites.

Cons:

Nearly every facet of the property was just terrible. The room was small, outdated, hot and filthy. There are noticeable signs of wear and tear everywhere. The hallways reeked of marijuana. The hotel was entirely unresponsive to repeated requests for assistance. The worst hotel I've ever stayed in.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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CESAR family_with_children es
7
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Tesha couple gb
8
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Shannon extended_group us
7
It was nice
Pros:

I liked how they lock the doors after a certain hour.

Cons:

Check in

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Lily couple us
10
Great location right on the Magnificent Mile, with a great price and great staff.
Pros:

All of the staff were friendly and willing to help however it was needed.
We were especially grateful for being able to check in early - we can't express in words how much that made a difference. Thank you so much to the lovely front desk woman who helped us check in early so we could catch some sleep after a long several hours of travel.

Cons:

Can't think of anything we didn't like

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Shannon couple us
2
Overrated - Overly Costly - Outdated to say the least! Unfortunately!
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

The bell hop person was rude. When ask for a luggage cart he declined and advised “they don’t do that there” 🙃. Went for martinis at the martinis bar and bartender was standoffish and rude to my guest and I who are melanated. However, a pink man sat down and he immediately “while I’m talking with him” attended to the pink/caucasian man. I told him although this hotel will be 100 yrs old next year…we melanated folks would not have been at this bar…however, it is 2026 and nothing has changed.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Brooke couple us
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee