The Drake Hotel Chicago

ex. The Drake
Chicago, United States View on map
8.5 Fabulous Based on 642 reviews
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"A harpist plays for afternoon tea in the Palm Court of this historic building, two blocks from Lake Michigan. Spacious suites occupy the upper floors. Best for classic travelers, less so for those requiring modern, updated fixtures."

from US$ 155 US$ 139 per night
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15 Nov 2026
Check-out
16 Nov 2026
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Why guests choose The Drake Hotel

  • Historic Landmark
    Since 1920
  • Oak Street Beach
    3-min walk
  • Live Jazz
    Coq d'Or Lounge
  • Afternoon Tea
    Palm Court
  • Fitness Center
    Cardio & weights
  • On-site Boutiques
    Arcade level

Overview

The 4-star The Drake Hotel Chicago offers 534 spacious rooms, about a 5-minute stroll from Loyola University Museum of Art. This Chicago hotel features a lounge bar and boasts a waterfront location 0.2 miles from Oak Street Beach.

Situated approximately a 10-minute drive from the scenic Chicago Riverwalk Walkway, the hotel is right near the law school "Northwestern University Chicago Campus". Natural attractions in the area include Millennium Public Park, 1.6 miles from the non-smoking Drake Chicago, and a beach is 0.2 miles away. Guests might as well visit Paul & Gabriella Rosenbaum Garden, which is around a 5-minute walk away. Also, the baseball stadium "Wrigley Field" lies 3.7 miles away, while Chicago is within a few blocks of the accommodation. The Drake Hotel is merely 400 feet from Michigan & Delaware/Walton bus stop and 1.8 miles from Chicago Union train station in Chicago.

The rooms feature an iron with ironing board and climate control, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. The rooms are fitted with deluxe bathrooms. They also come with private bathrooms. These spacious rooms also face the urban.

The Chicago hotel invites guests to try American dishes at the American restaurant onsite. Nearby restaurants, including The Signature Room at the 95th is in the immediate vicinity of the Drake Chicago.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:00
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
The Drake Hotel
Our tips

Should you book The Drake Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • Want a traditional high tea experience - Palm Court Dining serves high tea.
  • Want to be within a 5-minute walk of the John Hancock Center.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need a daily breakfast restaurant - Cafe on Oak is open on select days only, so confirm availability.
  • Expect a swimming pool on-site - the hotel does not have a pool.
Best for
  • A welcome drink offered upon arrival

Facilities of The Drake

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/-out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
The Drake Guest Services
  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots
  • Video games

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from 15:00 until 23:00
Check-out
until 12:00
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