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The Drake Hotel has been a Chicago icon for the better part of a century. The 4-Diamond hotel, symbolizes elegance and promises quality to all of its guests, since its opening in 1920. It is perfectly located in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood, just a few seconds from Oak Street Beach and Lake Michigan. Nearby, some of the best shopping and dining in the country can be found just outside the doorstep of The Drake.
All suites and guest rooms are crafted with utmost quality and comfort in mind. Standard guest rooms, elegant suites, and executive rooms are available. All rooms feature a 32-inch television, high-speed wifi, complimentary coffee and tea, and a Serenity Bed.
Deluxe Rooms offer exceptional views of the city, and Deluxe Plus Rooms boast stunning views of Lake Michigan. Guests can enjoy upgraded amenities in Executive Level suites, which feature a specialty shower-head, elegant bathroom furnishings, and luxurious linens. Wheelchair accessible rooms are available with roll-in showers and railings.
Guests have three options for drinking and dining on-site. Cafe on Oak is a breakfast nook which overlooks Lake Michigan and serves up iconic dishes, like specialty benedict varieties. Indulge in fine wines, cocktails, beers, and classic comfort foods at Coq d’Or, the legendary on-site bar which has been open since the day after Prohibition was repealed in 1933. Lastly, in room dining is available to guests, with options from a special room-service menu.
The Drake offers countless meeting facilities which serve as the perfect event spaces for any occasion. It boasts twenty-one functional meeting rooms, two grand ballrooms, and onsite staff audio and visual professionals to assist with event productions.
A trip to Chicago is not complete without a stay at The Drake.
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Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Guests at The Drake can enjoy breakfast at Cafe on Oak, classic comfort foods and cocktails at Coq d’Or, and in-room dining from a special room-service menu.
The Drake offers wheelchair accessible rooms with roll-in showers and railings, as well as increased accessibility, lowered sinks, and other adapted features for guests with accessibility needs.
Chicago Midway Airport is the main airport used by travelers arriving to or departing from the Drake. The distance between this hotel and the airport is about ten miles. Visitors can use a train, a private shuttle, a cab, or a shared shuttle to go from the airport to the hotel. Cabs are located in the ground transportation section of Chicago Midway Airport. Before leaving for the airport, travelers who wish to take a private shuttle to their hotel should make arrangements with their chosen shuttle services. Consider booking a seat on a shared shuttle if you need to get from the airport to the hotel on a low budget. Another choice for visitors who want some independence while staying at the Drake it to rent a car. There are rental car agencies available at the airport.
Guests can expect comfortable rooms with a 32-inch television, high-speed wifi, complimentary coffee and tea, and a Serenity Bed. Deluxe Rooms offer exceptional city views, while Deluxe Plus Rooms boast stunning views of Lake Michigan.
Consider staying at The Drake Hotel if you want to experience everything Chicago has to offer but have limited mobility. The entire hotel is wheelchair accessible. The Drake features a wide elevator that makes it easier for tourists in wheelchairs to reach all floors in the hotel. Specialist staff at the hotel offers excellent assistance to clients with mobility issues, including guiding guests using wheelchairs or with other disabilities fom their taxis to their rooms. For the convenience of guests with limited mobility, the hotel includes grab rails on the toilets, a roll-in shower, a lowered sink, and shower benches.
The Drake is conveniently located near attractions such as 360 CHICAGO, Magnificent Mile, Chicago Riverwalk, Navy Pier, and the Art Institute of Chicago.
The Drake is well-respected for its ability to help create memorable events from small meetings to large conferences. Specially trained staff will work with you from start to finish to ensure your meeting impresses your company and your clients. With more than 30,000 square feet of even space and 20 different rooms, space can be configured to suit your company's needs. Along with space, catering, and set-up for large meetings, the Drake also provides binding, laminating, photocopying, scanning, faxing, and printing, among other standard business services.
The high season at The Drake is in August, offering a great time to enjoy the nearby beach access and cultural offerings. December is the low season, which may provide a quieter experience for guests.
When visitors are bringing loved ones to Chicago, Illinois, they should consider staying at the Drake. This hotel has family-friendly features like kid-friendly eating options, paid babysitter services, and a free outdoor pool where you can enjoy a complimentary swim with your loved ones while taking in the breeze of the city. The hotel also offers special diet menus upon request, making it a great choice for families traveling with children who must adhere to specific diets.
Reservation concerns shouldn't be an issue for pet-loving tourists in Chicago, Illinois. The Drake loves them, too! Ask about their special services to help pamper and care for your furry friends while you're out exploring the city. The maximum weight is 75 pounds and you should expect to pay a nominal pet fee during your stay at the Drake.
The Drake is located at 140 East Walton Place in Near North Side, 1.7 miles from the center of Chicago. 360 CHICAGO is the closest landmark to The Drake.
Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at The Drake.
Yes, The Drake offers free Wi-Fi.
The Drake is 9.9 miles from Chicago Midway.
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Value for money | 7.5 |
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Distance to city center | 1.7 mi |
Nearest Airport | Chicago Midway |
Distance to airport | 10.0 mi |