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    Waldorf Astoria Chicago

    4.1 (336 reviews)
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    Dawn W.

    I went to the Waldorf Astoria to the Vueve Cliquot garden experience and was in love! The hotels curb appeal and service on the walk up was impeccable. We were unable to sit outside due to the Canada wildfire air conditions but had an amazing time! The service was great and the vibes were very cute. Unlimited pours of Cliquot and charcuterie will always lure me in! I'd love to visit again and actually stay at the hotel for the full experience.

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    Christine H.

    Honestly the most stunning hotel I have ever stayed at. In such a great part of Chicago- the Gold Coast, close to so many excellent shops, restaurants and bars. From service to cleanliness to quality it is all top notch. Not a price point I could afford in my normal life but worth the splurge if possible

    Ahmad G.

    It was a great experience overall. I stayed at so many Waldorf's across the world map. This is a cosy one but it needed upgrade/renovation when we stayed here. The staff were standard pleasant. The room was dated for sure, but it was quiet and clean and that I care about the most.

    Grace L.

    This is a luxury hotel located in the center of the city. It's close to everything. The room was fantastic. It had a massive space. The bed was very comfortable. The toiletries were luxurious. The service was excellent. The staff were professional.

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    Neluta G.

    Great massage experience, staff is very attentive, love the relaxation room. You get to pick your scent for the massage oil, love it.

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    Jay B.

    This hotel is top 3 that we have ever stayed at. The staff was friendly and always seem willing and ready to answer questions. We celebrated our anniversary and they treated us right with chocolate covered strawberries . The room was perfect. They place towels with slippers next to the bed. Everything was placed with intent. The detail is amazing.

    Amber R.

    Yes, I felt a bit like Kevin in Home Alone and I may have jumped on the bed in the bathrobe. Truly a wonderful hotel and top notch staff. We were there celebrating my birthday and Hubs worked with the staff to pull of a surprise gift card to the Spa that was waiting when we got back from dinner (along with a bottle of champagne on ice). For a December visit the fireplace was essential and oh, so cozy. The one bedroom suite had the perfect amount of room, particularly the room wet bar (alcohol must be paid for). I ordered a pot of coffee for room service delivery and it arrived promptly with very polite staff. The bathroom and that soaking tub. The Spa. Where I swear every single person told me Happy Birthday. A fantastic massage, hot tub, and a relaxing room that was, well...so so relaxing. The hotel also has a car available that will take you where you want to go within a mile radius (just call Concierge). Oh and Concierge also gave us a fantastic lunch recommendation while we were out shopping. Hubs and I wished we had planned for another night we were enjoying it so much. We are already planning an anniversary trip.

    Miso W.

    Truly had a memorable stay at the Waldorf Astoria in Chicago! Prime location with lots of shopping around the area. Service was amazing and they were very attentive to housekeeping, organizing my cords with velcro and countertops. They also offer complimentary rides within 1 mile for their guests. Unfortunately their heated pool was under maintenance during our stay so we were unable to experience it.10/10 would come back!

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    Philip L.

    The hotel was good. I would say that the service of the hotel was better than the condition of the hotel. The hotel had some stained marble and wobbly cabinet handles. Discoloration on the seating. Grout cracking and the usual wear and tear. The bedding was in good condition. The air conditioning worked and was very responsive. You do hear echoing from the air vents so you can hear when water is on through the vents. The doors are not sound proof so if there are rowdy kids, you can still hear them in the hallway. The service is the winner and savior of the place. The staff is very attentive and responsive and texting them was a great asset for information and asking for something while I am outside. I enjoyed that part of my stay. I liked the Aesop toiletries and the location of the hotel as it was easy to do touristy things if you can walk 20 minutes or go to the more local places - also 20 minutes walking. I was a bit disappointed that they didn't have a WA clock like Cabo or Cancun or Costa Rica. I was hoping to add a picture to my collection.

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    Julie Y.

    Another fantastic stay at the Waldorf! The staff is always friendly, the food is excellent, and the rooms are spotless. This is definitely my go-to hotel.

    Alizen R.

    Waldorf Astoria Chicago is arguably the best Waldorf property I've ever stayed at and their customer service, room amenities, and overall experience are truly deserving of a 5-star rating. * THE ROOM * I booked this stay on points so I could attend an event in June. They didn't have separate bath and showers in the standard room so right after booking I called the front desk and they already upgraded me to a junior suite with a fireplace. Now the fireplace probably wasn't necessary in the middle of summer but I'm sure it looked gorgeous. Prior to check-in, I asked if it was possible to get a room with a terrace instead. They were gracious enough to provide a one bedroom suite with fireplace and terrace, one of the highest room upgrades I have ever received in my 4 years of being a diamond member. I arrived on a redeye and my room was already available with the two adorable Waldorf-branded plush toys sitting on our bed. When I tell you this suite was gorgeous, it truly does no justice. It's larger than my own apartment, features a gorgeous balcony, and the bathroom was delightful. I took a bath every single night and rightfully so! One of the best perks about the one bedroom suite is that not only is there a microwave in the room (when do you ever get one in a luxury hotel?!) but there's also a mini fridge. Yes, an actual functional mini fridge with some refreshments (that you'll have to pay for, of course) that don't take up all the space so you can actually use it! Having this in the room made all the difference and it was lovely! * THE FOOD * As Diamond members, we received a $50 daily food and beverage credit. You could use it for room service as well as 2 other locations in the hotel, but I didn't like that if you opted for pickup, you'd still be charged a service fee that's only slightly less than what you'd pay for room service. Kind of defeats the point and the food was just okay. But, it's pretty standard from other Waldorf locations I've been to and I'm sure the dining experience in their restaurants were better. * HOUSE CAR * If you're new to Waldorf properties, then you'll be delighted to know that this location does indeed have a house car for you. Like most properties, they're on a first-come, first-serve basis but they utilize an Audi rather than a Rolls Royce. Not sure if that matters to you, as it's still a nice car. The house car can take you about a mile or so radius from the hotel which can save you quite a bit of money with how expensive rideshare is in the city. * OVERALL * This is a gorgeous property and though the nearest metro stop is a bit of a walk from the actual property, it is located in a wonderful part of the city and conveniently across from Walgreen's if you want to get some last minute refreshments there. I look forward to my next visit here and highly recommend it if you're in the city. (1/50--2025)

    Brian H.

    This is an amazing hotel with Waldorf Astoria quality. Everything about this hotel was perfect - amenities, comfort, location, room, fitness center, pool, bar. Enjoyed our stay and recommend them highly. 5 stars easily and thank you to the staff for everything!

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    Cassandra B.

    Earlier this month we traveled back to Chicago for Business and to celebrate our anniversary. During this trip, we decided to stay at the Waldorf. Before our trip, I paid the concierge for a romantic set up. Everything came out nice. Thank you Waldorf.......... Now let's get into the pros and cons of this hotel. Pro's: 1. my concierge Cheryl, set up amazing restaurants for me and she had I believe Lola set up the roses and candles. 2. Deondre at the front desk, fixed every problem we had to the best of his ability. 3. The restaurants and speakeasy was an extra bonus in staying here. 4. The house car was nice to use for our dinner reservations. Cons: the hotel seemed a little older but I believe that's just how the hotels are in Chicago and warning our room smelled like dog. They tried to change our room but the other one smelled the same. If you have pets you might not notice but if you are not big on pets you can definitely smell it. We tried to get rid of the smell but we were stuck with the smell for the rest of our trip. It's the only reason I didn't give them 5 stars.

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    Beautiful room and hotel with fabulous service. Delicious drinks and desserts in the restaurant. Can't wait to come back.

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