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Le Méridien Essex Chicago

4.0 star property

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Lobby lounge
Restaurant
City view
Dining
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

Explore the area

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800 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, State Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lollapalooza
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic, Guest room, 1 King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Guest room, 1 King, Limited view

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Guest Room, 2 Double, Limited View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic, Guest room, 2 Double

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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City view

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

City view

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

City view

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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City view

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic, Guest room, 1 King, Limited view

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic, Guest room, 1 King, Limited view

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic, Guest room, 2 Double, Limited view

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic, Guest room, 2 Double, Limited view

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior, Guest Room, 1 King, City View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior, Guest Room, 1 King, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Chicago

Le Méridien Essex Chicago places you in the centre of Chicago, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Millennium Park and Lake Michigan. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Chicago hotel, attractions include Art Institute of Chicago and Field Museum of Natural History.

What's nearby

  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lollapalooza - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Millennium Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 5 min walk
  • Harrison Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Eleven City Diner - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lao Sze Chuan - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Devil Dawgs on State - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yolk - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Le Méridien Essex Chicago

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Le Méridien Essex Chicago also features a 24-hour fitness centre, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 274 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 77 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Grant Park Bistro

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (81 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (83 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 15 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Destination fee: USD 17.84 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 77 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 60605

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Hotel Essex
Essex Chicago
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Chicago Hotel Essex Chicago Hotel
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Essex
Hotel Essex Chicago
Le Meridien Essex Chicago
Le Méridien Essex Chicago Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Le Méridien Essex Chicago offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Méridien Essex Chicago on 26 May 2026 start from AU$249, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Yep, Le Méridien Essex Chicago has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 77 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

The closest beach to Le Méridien Essex Chicago is Ohio Street Beach (2.6 km).

What makes Le Méridien Essex Chicago a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Le Méridien Essex Chicago.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

No, Le Méridien Essex Chicago does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Le Méridien Essex Chicago?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Le Méridien Essex Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 661 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a great experience: quick check-in; quiet and clean room; nice restaurant and convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it here this is a go to rest place for me
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dutch

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice. Great place to get great bang for your buck. I proposed this weekend and this was the perfect stay for me and my new fiancé!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay..awesome staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Talan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was friendly and attentive. It’s not a big hotel but I appreciated the small details, like the free hot coffee and chocolate corner. It was a nice treat after arriving from the cold. The restaurant had great food. I ate out at another restaurant for breakfast my first day and didn’t enjoy it. When I finally tried the hotel restaurant I regretted not eating there sooner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristen, Delafield

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything was good for the exception of a slow tub drain and the shower curtain was installed in the wrong direction. Little stuff but overall a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexis, Montgomery

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was very accommodating to my request. I stayed for New Years Eve, I had a great view and was able to see the fire work show. They have happy hour at the on site bar which was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Building was easy to navigate. Staff was very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were clean, bed was really comfortable, staff was on their game. I always love staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always have a great stay and the staff are consistently friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great, location was excellent and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, moline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location! Small and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy Blount

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy going, friendly and quiet:) Had a flight cancellation and didn’t encounter any problems extending my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivanna

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was extremely helpful and kind. They helped us check in early. A special shout out to KIERA, Isaiah and Jesus. I highly recommend staying here we had a fantastic time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025