The Palmer House Hilton

Hotels
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
8 (1742 reviews)
17 East Monroe Street , Chicago , us

Children allowed
Pets 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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • 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$40 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.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 54 per day.

Location

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Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1742 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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Mark couple au
10
Definitely would stay again
Pros:

Great staff lovely hotel charm and a great bar with atmosphere and service

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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James couple us
10
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
J
Joan solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

History

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Qiana family_with_children us
9
Pros:

the architecture and the staff were wonderful

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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James couple us
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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L. Keyosha family_with_children us
6
It was ok
Pros:

Gorgeous property

Cons:

We never got 4 glasses even though there were four people, they stopped emptying our trash after the second day

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Fabio solo_traveller br
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Steward couple us
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Ela couple lt
10
Labai patiko interjeras!
Pros:

Istorinis viešbutis!

Cons:

Viskas ok

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Fabio solo_traveller br
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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D family_with_children us
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Lisa family_with_children us
4
Good location, but the rooms need to be deep cleaned and updated.
Pros:

The hotel lobby is stunning. There was live music in on the weekend and ample seating.

Cons:

Our room was super humid probably due to the air conditioner running nonstop. The thermostat was set to 64 degrees, and while the temperature was comfortable to me, it was not 64 degrees in that room. The closet was so must and smelly we couldn't use it. The armchair had stains all over it so we didn't use that, either. The minifridge in the entertainment center wasn't working so there was as second one against the wall by the window. We were thankful for the backup, but in a small room it took up space. The bed was comfortable. The bathroom didn't have an exhaust fan so it was super humid in there as well. The wallpaper was peeling and the shower head was rusty.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Valerie extended_group us
9
Fancy hotel with a WONDERFUL breakfast and easy access to transportation.
Pros:

We loved the two bathrooms, clean beds, and size of the room.

Cons:

Old building; seems like the carpet could have been refreshed and the bathroom floors a little cleaner. There were no toiletries and shower caps (but I forgot to bring mine).

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller de
8
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Glynn couple us
9
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Joseph solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Angela solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

History of the hotel, architecture of the building. The location was perfect.

Cons:

With older buildings you get things like these but the door knobs for the bathroom didn't work properly, HVAC leaked on the floor we were on etc...

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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nichols solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

The location and the fabulous lobby area.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Fatmagul family_with_children us
1
2026-07-13 via Nuitee