Chicago's Best Hotel to Seal the Deal 2008

Four-star luxury hotel invites guests to pamper in upscale ammenities like massage and manicure treatments while taking a break from sightseeing.

Reviews:

• “Very Good Location, upgraded rooms are great!”
• “Great North Michigan location & classy but affordable atmosphere, helpful valets”
• “Great customer service, Amazing value "
• “Fantastic Location and great service!”

Raffaello Hotel or email Raffaello Hotel

A prime location, luxurious amenities and an elegant but approachable style are all trademarks of this downtown hotel.

Reviews:

• “Too cool for the room.”
• “Loved the Decor”
• “There’s Nothing Like Good Sax ;-)”
• “Horrible experience, WASTE OF MONEY”
• “Funky ambiance, in a good way!”

Tips: Book your reservation through the Sax website and receive a $25 gift certificate for food and beverage at Marina City Restaurants.

Hotel Sax Chicago

This stunning Gold Coast hotel has a French accent

Reviews:

• “Most comfortable bed ever!”
• “European service, Great Chicago Location!”
• “Good location, great hotel…Sofitel.”
• “Fantastic hotel in the gold coast area”
• “Wonderful Hotel”

Tips: Pets that are 20 pounds or less are allowed at the hotel free of charge.

Sofitel Chicago Water Tower or email Sofitel Chicago Water Tower

Guests in search of old-fashioned splendor find it in spades at this world-famous Magnificent Mile hotel.

Reviews:

• “Floating on it’s reputation”
• “Amazing Historic Hotel! Perfect Chicago Location!”
• “THE best hotel in town”
• “a great hotel”
• “Caveat Emptor!”

Tips: Take a break from North Michigan Avenue shopping with high tea, served Monday to Friday 1:30pm-5pm and Saturday to Sunday 1pm-5pm. Cost is $26.50 per person and includes finger sandwiches, scones, fruit bread, French pastries and a pot of premium tea. Reservations are required for parties of eight or more.

Drake Hotel

This hotel on Lake Shore Drive has million-dollar views and a sexy, Asian-influenced design.

Reviews:

• “nice place, but not the best”
• “Trendy”
• “great hotel”
• “Wonderful!”
• “The WORST ever”

Tips: Lobby-level restaurant Wave serves fusion cuisine all day. Whiskey Sky, a bar by nightlife pro Rande Gerber (Cindy Crawford’s hubby) offers spectacular city views from the top (33rd) floor.

W Chicago Lakeshore or email W Chicago Lakeshore

This Loop business hotel takes its style cues from the Windy City’s rich musical heritage and nearby theaters.

Reviews:

• “Great location, comfortable beds”
• “Great Hotel”
• “great hotel in Chicago”
• “Good for the money”
• “Great Hotel!”

Tips: Any traveler will enjoy the convenience of 312 Chicago, the on-site restaurant serving Italian-inspired American food.

Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel

European superiority and excellent city views.

Reviews:

• “An OK hotel, but definitely undeserving of four stars”
• “Wonderful Swissotel, Not like Atlanta”

Tips: On Sundays from 9:30am-2pm, the Edelweiss Penthouse on the 43rd floor hosts WNUA’s Smooth Jazz Sunday Brunch (adults $49, children $20).

Swissotel Chicago

This high-caliber hotel blends elegant settings and top-notch service with high-tech amenities.

Reviews:

• “Great experience especially in the spa”
• “Spa is Unavailable for Hotel Guests”
• “ITS NOT THE FINEST”
• “Absolutely the best hotel in Chicago”
• “Superb hotel!”

Tips: Afternoon tea with live cello and classical guitar music is served in the lobby restaurant Mon-Fri 3pm-5:30pm, with weekend seatings Sat-Sun at 2:15pm and 4:15pm. Service includes finger sandwiches, quiche, pastries and a choice of coffee or tea.

The Peninsula Hotel

Distinctive digs with modern amenities and beds so heavenly they’re hard to roll out of.

Reviews:

• “Its all about the bed”
• “One of the Best!”
• “Inexpensive Elegance”
• “Pure Joy!”
• “Heaven”

Tips: Call ahead for specifics on the pet policy. Most locations offer a doggie-sized Heavenly Bed. In addition, some locations offer plush robes, collars and leashes for your pooch.

The Westin Chicago River North or email The Westin Chicago River North

Distinguishing itself with a commitment to hospitality, this 45-story luxury hotel stands out.

Reviews:

• “Lovely, friendly hotel”
• “best hotel staff”
• “No Bargain!”
• “Chicago’s Best Hotel”
• “Fairytale at the Fairmont”

Tips: The Fairmont allows any pets that are less than 20 pounds for a fee of $25. Grant Park is within walking distance, so Fido or Fifi can get lots of exercise.

The Fairmont Chicago

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