Descriptions Hotel Drake
Since 1920, whether traveling to Chicago for business or pleasure, The Drake Hotel combines tradition with elegance and style to accommodate all the needs of our hotel guests.
Location. The Drake Hotel is located in downtown Chicago, Ill., adjacent to Michigan Avenue's renowned shops and restaurants. This property stands three blocks from the John Hancock building and Water Tower Place.
Hotel Features. Italian Renaissance architecture pervades the hotel lobby which is distinguished by crystal chandeliers and carved wood moldings. Constructed in 1920, the hotel is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Five restaurants and bars include Drake Bros. which serves American style fare, Cape Cod which is known for its New England seafood specialties and Coq d'Or which prepares American style cuisine. The famed Palm Court offers afternoon tea service. Travel Traders convenience store stocks snacks and sundries. A staffed business center houses two computer stations and offers administrative services. A total of 30,000 square feet of function space accommodates up to 500 people. Internet access is complimentary in public areas. Clefs d'Or designated concierge staff resolves tour and reservation related questions, and attends to special requests. The Drake Hotel's limited hour fitness center contains polished wood floors and an array of stationary bicycles, treadmills, stair machines, exercise balls and weight training equipment. The fitness center provides complimentary headphones for use during workouts.
Guestrooms. This 10 story property offers 535 guestrooms equipped with high speed Internet access for a fee and MP3 adaptors. Hilton Serenity beds feature pillowtop mattresses and down duvets. Bathrooms contain marble vanities, curved shower rods and La Source toiletries. Coffeemakers and minibars are provided in all accommodations. Laptop compatible, in room safes are complimentary.
Expert Tip. Many movies have been filmed at The Drake Hotel including "Mission Impossible," "Risky Business," "My Best Friend's Wedding," "Flags of Our Fathers" and "What Women Want."
General
The Drake is a cityscape landmark and has been a symbol of white glove elegance for eighty years. The pride of all Chicagoans, it has been the first choice of celebrities and heads of state since its opening in 1920. (0602/0902:FZ)
SurroundingArea
The hotel is perfectly located at the heart of the Gold Coast, overlooking Lake Michigan, across from Oak Street Beach, and right on the Magnificent Mile, in the centre of the city's exciting shopping, nightlife, culture and dining.
RoomTypes
The superior guestrooms have cityviews and are distinctively furnished in traditional decor with upscale amenities. The marbled floor bathrooms are with bath and shower. These rooms receive twice daily maid service and evening turn-down as well as terry-cloth robes, bath amenities, a safe fitting a laptop, multi-line phone with caller ID, complimentary weekday newspapers, video games (surcharge), and high-speed Internet access (surcharge). These rooms have two queen beds plus two bathrooms and are considered Drake 'Family Rooms'.
PropertyInformation
This is a landmark, lakefront hotel with an enchanting view of this fast-paced city.
DiningFacilities
Enjoy award-winning dining and entertainment facilities.Overlooking Lake Michigan, the restaurant is located on the corner where the famed Magnificient Mile meets the Gold Coast. No matter what season of the year, the views, food and service can't be beaten. A very famous seafood restaurant opened its doors in 1933 to rave reviews and has been winning awards and accolades ever since. With a New England rustic ambience complete with red-checkered tablecloths, hanging copper pots and pans, exposed wood beams, sailing artifacts, and a nautical theme, the captains serve up the freshest fish and seafood available.
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AreaDetails
Waterfront/Beach / Gold Coast Centrally located 27 kms to the airport (o'hare int'l) 11 kms to the airport (midway) 15 minute walk to the nearest metro station (chicago & state) 7 km to the nearest station (union) 2 minute walk to the nearest bus stop Close to the beach
RoomInformation
474 Single rooms Double rooms Twin rooms Triple rooms Quad rooms Non-smoking rooms
This 535 room hotel overlooks Lake Michigan in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. The hotel has been welcoming celebrities since it opened its doors in 1920. Free weekday newspaper is available.
The Drake Hotel is convenient to everything Chicago (IL) has to offer, and is only 32 km (20 miles) away from Chicago (IL) International Airport.Each of the 537 rooms at this fine 4-star hotel feature superior amenities.Some of the features you'll enjoy are Non Smoking Rooms, Air Conditioning, Daily Newspaper, Inhouse Movies, Hair Dryer, In Room Safe.Featuring Room Service 24hr, Bar/Pub, Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning, Restaurant, Salon, Hotel/Airport Transfer, Babysitting, this Chicago (IL) hotel is sure to make each guest's trip an enjoyable one.After a day of work or exploring, Gym/Fitness Facilities are some of the ways to unwind.The hotel blends expert service with state-of-the-art facilities to provide guests with a memorable stay.Drake Hotel Chicago (IL) is easy to book - just enter your travel dates on our secure online booking form.
Chicago's The Drake Hotel is a Chicago landmark and has been a symbol of white glove elegance for over 80 years. The pride of Chicago luxury hotels, the hotel has been the first choice of celebrities and heads-of-state since its opening in 1920. Just 30 minutes' drive from Chicago's airports, O'Hare and Midway, The Drake Hotel is perfectly located in the heart of the Gold Coast, overlooking Lake Michigan, across from Oak Street Beach, and right on the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago. The Drake Hotel puts its guests in the center of Chicago's exciting shopping, nightlife, culture, and dining experiences.
Since 1920, whether traveling to Chicago for business or pleasure, The Drake Hotel combines tradition with elegance and style to accommodate all the needs of our hotel guests. The hotel's 535 elegant rooms, including 74 luxurious suites, many with Chicago views, offer an array of modern amenities.
The Drake Hotel will now be the only hotel in the Midwest with a dual line telephone system with speakerphones and Caller ID in all guest rooms. Paired with an innovative phone package that drastically lowers phone tariffs, The Drake Hotel is making sure that all your communication needs are met. In addition, all guest rooms and meeting spaces are wired for high-speed internet access and wireless hot spots can be found in the Drake Bros.', Palm Court and the Gold Coast Foyer.
Hotel guests enjoy the ultimate in hospitality when dining in any of The Drake Hotel's three exquisite restaurants. From the ever-popular Coq d'Or, with its well-established Chicago clientele, to the award-winning Cape Cod Room, Chicago's best seafood restaurant, and the Drake Bros.', with unsurpassable views, food and service. Palm Court is the hotel's intimate cocktail lounge, serving luncheons and late-night suppers, with daily live musical entertainment. For guests wishing to dine in the privacy of their hotel room, The Drake Hotel offers 24-hour Room Service.
Hotel facilities include a well-equipped Fitness Room, a fully staffed Business Center, located on the hotel's Lobby level, and a number of in-hotel specialty shops. The Drake Hotel is also within minutes of many Chicago sporting facilities, including golf, tennis, and racquetball.
The perfect Chicago venue for meetings or events, The Drake Hotel benefits from two full-size ballrooms, and the hotel can accommodate every type of event from intimate meetings to large conferences for up to 600 guests. The Drake Hotel's professional meeting planners are on hand to ensure your needs are met.
Creating an impressive experience; the lovely The Drake surrounds its guests with style; service and local area entertainment
Overlooking Lake Michigan, this opulent 1920s landmark Chicago hotel is set on the Magnificent Mile, with the shops of Water Tower Place a block away, Oak Street Beach is across the street. Each afternoon, the Palm Court hosts a traditional English tea with live harp music next to an antique marble fountain. Wireless Internet access is available in the hotel lobby. Classic in design, guestrooms at The Drake Hotel feature bathrobes and Crabtree & Evelyn La Source bath products, plus high-speed Internet access, pay movies, and laptop-compatible safes.
Creating an impressive experience; the lovely The Drake surrounds its guests with style; service and local area entertainment
Real Chicago The Drake Hotel is a historic downtown Chicago hotel landmark in the Gold Coast and has been a symbol of elegance and style since its opening in 1920. Celebrities and guests from around the world stay at our hotel to experience our first class service and excellent Chicago hotel location where the Magnificent Mile begins.
3 star accommodations Modern design & chic guestroom décor Conveniently located in the Magnificent Mile Local Attractions: Magnificent Mile - 5 minutes Oak Street Beach - 5 minutes John Hancock Center - 1 blocks Recreation: Fully equipped fitness center Live music entertainment Restaurants & Lounges: Full service bar/lounge Onsite restaurant Services: Room service Concierge services Meeting Facilities: Wedding venue available Event facilities Banquet facilities Accommodation: 611 guestrooms 3 star accommodations Elegant accommodations Policies: Please note all early departures will be assessed room/tax for their entire stay
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General Description 3 star accommodations Modern design & chic guestroom décor Location Conveniently located in the Magnificent Mile Local Attractions Magnificent Mile - 5 minutes Oak Street Beach - 5 minutes John Hancock Center - 1 blocks Recreation Fully equipped fitness center Live music entertainment Restaurants & Lounges Full service bar/lounge Poolside full service bar available Services 24 hr front desk service Business services available at front desk Concierge services Limited room service Meeting Facilities: Wedding venue available Event facilities Banquet facilities Accommodation 611 guestrooms Elegant guest rooms Deluxe accommodations
This 535 room hotel overlooks Lake Michigan in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. The hotel has been welcoming celebrities since it opened its doors in 1920. Free weekday newspaper is available.
