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Inspired by Over 140 Years of Historic Grandeur, Palmer House® a Hilton Hotel is a Sophisticated Downtown Chicago Hotel Destination.
Historic Hotel
The legendary Palmer House is synonymous with the history of Chicago; enjoy fascinating guided tour highlighting unique historic linage and delicacy invented in the hotels kitchen during the 1893 World’s Fair.
Palmer House Guided Tours
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is a proud member of Historic Hotels of America, National Trust for Historic Preservation – Palmer House® a Hilton hotel.
Location
Chicago is known for breathtaking architecture, destination shopping, decadent dining and diverse selection of world famous attractions, many just steps from our downtown Chicago hotel location, including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Magnificent Mile.... more
Inspired by Over 140 Years of Historic Grandeur, Palmer House® a Hilton Hotel is a Sophisticated Downtown Chicago Hotel Destination.
Historic Hotel
The legendary Palmer House is synonymous with the history of Chicago; enjoy fascinating guided tour highlighting unique historic linage and delicacy invented in the hotels kitchen during the 1893 World’s Fair.
Palmer House Guided Tours
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is a proud member of Historic Hotels of America, National Trust for Historic Preservation – Palmer House® a Hilton hotel.
Location
Chicago is known for breathtaking architecture, destination shopping, decadent dining and diverse selection of world famous attractions, many just steps from our downtown Chicago hotel location, including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Magnificent Mile.
Guest Accommodations
Our 1639 guestrooms and suites feature vibrant, contemporary design elements and amenities styled after our historic Chicago hotel lineage and impeccable guest service.
View our Chicago hotel accommodations, executive level guestrooms and suites.
Health & Wellness
Balance Spa and Fitness is our newest destination, offering an array of spa and fitness services for the ultimate in luxury. Twelve spa treatment rooms with a full list of services are complimented by a 10,000 square foot fitness center and indoor heated pool.
Dining
Chicago Restaurant, Lockwood, serves contemporary American cuisine prepared with local farm fresh ingredients, offering business breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.
Posh Potter’s Lounge, where seductive style and nostalgic imagery create a setting for a new twist on legendary cocktailing.
Afternoon Tea is served in an enchanting atmosphere of our grand hotel lobby.
When the day is done, our guests gather under the golden glow of our distinguished crown jewel, the Lobby Bar, to unwind.
Chicago Weddings
Palmer House is the hotel that love built. In 1870, a gracious groom named Potter Palmer gave his bride a lavish wedding gift; it was called the Palmer House. With a past well-established in love begin your future story here.
Chicago Weddings
- Chicago Weddings
- Bridal Services
- Inspired Cuisine
- Wedding Photo Gallery
Premier Chicago Meetings and Events
From the famous Empire Room to the prestigious Grand and State Ballrooms to a self-contained 7th floor conference level, our historic Chicago hotel offers five levels of unique Chicago meeting space over 100,000 square feet.
- Groups and Meetings
- Meeting Incentives
- Function Space Brochure
- Book Your Meeting Online
- Catering Menus
- Green Initiatives
Stunning architecture, modern elegance and stories of legendary guests, experience Chicago the way that Potter Palmer lived it at The Palmer House a Hilton Hotel.
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Amenities
Guest Accommodations
Although standard in name, the interior design and appointments of the Standard bedroom are equal to what other hotels refer to as deluxe.
- Each room has Hilton's new Serenity Dreams bed providing a plush-top mattress to provide plenty of support and luxury.
- Fine European-style linens adorn the beds.
- Easy to set Alarm Clock with pre-set radio stations and MP3 connectivity.
- Personalized in-room listening available when using your iPods, CD players and other portable devices.
- Rooms have individually controlled heat/air conditioning.
- Rooms also include irons, ironing boards and hairdryers.
- All rooms have a standard desk with lamp.
- High-speed internet access is available in all rooms (nominal fee).
Features & Highlights
- Premier 10,000 sq ft health & wellness center with heated pool - Balance Spa & Fitness
- Local & seasonally crafted menu at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar
- Landmark downtown Chicago hotel, proud member of Historic Hotels of America
- Chicago hotel accommodations located within the vibrant Chicago Loop
Directions & Transportation
When taking public transportation from O'Hare International Airport, take the Blue Line train to Monroe/Dearborn stop. Take Monroe east to the hotel. The Palmer House is on the south side of the street.
From Midway Airport, take the Orange Line from Midway to downtown. Get off at the Adams/Wabash stop. The Palmer House is located on the west side of Wabash Avenue. View all directions, map, and airport information
