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Welcome to The Palmer House®: a Hilton Hotel - an iconic, world-class downtown Chicago hotel and gateway to Chicago's rejuvenated Loop scene. A modern Chicago grand hotel, the Palmer House is a lively destination within walking distance of the best attractions the city of Chicago has to offer like Millennium Park, Grant Park, Lake Michigan, the Art Institute of Chicago, the theater district, and the Magnificent Mile.... more
Welcome to The Palmer House®: a Hilton Hotel - an iconic, world-class downtown Chicago hotel and gateway to Chicago's rejuvenated Loop scene. A modern Chicago grand hotel, the Palmer House is a lively destination within walking distance of the best attractions the city of Chicago has to offer like Millennium Park, Grant Park, Lake Michigan, the Art Institute of Chicago, the theater district, and the Magnificent Mile. Representing a locale close to the best of the city's offerings, shopping on the famed State Street and Jeweler's Row on Wabash Avenue.
The Palmer House Hilton Destination
- Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park
- The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
- Macy's on State Street
- Shopping on the "Mag Mile"
- Sears Tower
- Bank of America Theatre
- Chicago Theatre
- Oriental Theatre
- Goodman Theatre
- Chicago Symphony Orchestra
- Lyric Opera
- Chicago Architecture Foundation
- Shedd Aquarium
- Field Museum
- Adler Planetarium
- Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies
- Navy Pier
- John Hancock Observatory
- McCormick Place Convention Center
- Chicago Water Tower
The Palmer House Hilton Hotel Location
- Museum of Science and Industry
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
- Brookfield Zoo
- Chicago Botanic Garden
The Palmer House Hilton hotel is also a short train or bus ride from U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears, and the United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks.
As the longest continuously operating hotel in North America, The Palmer House Hilton hotel in Chicago, Illinois has been the destination of choice for every U.S. president since Ulysses S. Grant, world leaders and dignitaries, celebrities, and Chicago's movers-and-shakers. Catering to on-the-go visitors who expect the finest in dining, entertainment and services, the Palmer House is a luxury Chicago hotel that transcends generations with a modern twist on its rich traditions.
The Palmer House Hilton Hotel Luxury
- Lavishly renovated guest rooms and suites
- Upscale furnishings and lush hospitality suites for events
- Lockwood, a critically acclaimed "Luxe-dining" restaurant rooted in French and Italian traditions, offering an upscale dining experience as well as business breakfast and lunch seven days a week
- Experience Potter's Lounge, a place for legendary cocktailing in the Loop to meet for sophisticated, but relaxed, conversation over drinks
- A new Lobby Bar for cocktails and light fare before dinner or the theatre
- Walk to State Street retail shopping
- Spa Chakra - a Destination for Wellness
- Health Club by Precor® (usage fee) and a complimentary indoor pool & Jacuzzi®
- A highly-trained, award-winning Event and Service Teams for meetings and events
- New retail stores on the street level
- New on-site Valet Parking
- Executive Level that offers virtually ''a hotel within a hotel'' with a long list of special amenities suited for that busy executive
- A self-contained 7th floor conference rooms include thirty-eight function rooms which can accommodate virtually every business need
The Palmer House Hilton Hospitality
From the famous Empire Room to the prestigious Grand and State ballrooms, the Palmer House caters to the city's finest social events and meetings. The guest rooms and suites match the hotel's French Baroque styling with metropolitan flair. An architectural wonder in the heart of Chicago, the Palmer House is a sophisticated urban destination that meets the needs of the modern traveler, meetings attendees and Chicagoans alike. With the exceptional service you require and Chicago's most popular Chicago attractions just outside your door, the Palmer House hotel is ready to welcome and host you.
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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
- Historic hotel located in the Theater District and the heart of Downtown
- Reserve a spa appointment at Spa Chakra
- Steps from the Art Institute, Millennium Park and shopping
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
