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Embassy Suites Lakefront in Chicago, Illinois |
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Embassy Suites Lakefront
511 N Columbus Dr
Chicago, Illinois 60611
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Embassy Suites Lakefront Reviews
| Traveler Ratings Summary for Embassy Suites Lakefront
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Overall: 4.70 |
Service
4.67 |
Condition
4.67 |
Cleanliness
4.74 |
Comfort
4.56 |
Recommend
100 % |
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| Great for family vacation |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Took a family of four (kids 12 & 15) for a 4 night stay at the Embassy Suites Lakefront. The hotel is in the heart of downtown Chicago. No more than 5 minute walk to Navy Pier, 5 minutes to Michigan Ave., 10 minutes to ESPNZone (boys LOVED it), maybe 15 minutes to Ditka's (adults LOVED it). It is a safe walk everywhere, even at night. The hotel is very nice, great service & great housekeeping. The one down side, the pool is a "lap pool". It's only about 15' wide & 60-70' long. Very strange, especially for a hotel like this. However, we spent so much time wondering the city, by the time we got back to our room, the kids never had the energy to swim anyway. If you want to do the "tourist" thing in Chicago, and have a family, this is the place to stay. The only cab we took was to the Museum of Science & Industry ($25 ride) & back. Also, the water taxi from Navy Pier to the Aquarium/Planetarium/Field Museum is worth the trip. Oh yea, and watch out, the price to park your car at the hotel is $35 per day! Add that to the cost of the room when figuring out what you are going to spend.
Reviewed by traveler from Ankeny, IA on July 26, 2006 |
| a solid choice |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| A good family place to stay. Location convenient- walk to millenium park, art museum (a bit of a hike) or Michigan Ave. Three blocks from highly recommended Freedom Museum. The breakfast was large in offerings but mediocre in quality. Parking was too expensive ($34/day). There is a $22/day lot right across the street.
Reviewed by traveler from Columbus, OH on July 19, 2006 |
| Great Family Hotel |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The Embassy Lakefront was a great location for the Shedd and Field Musuem, Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue. We were traveling with our kids so the hot breakfast was very convienent every morning as was the free drinks and snacks every evening. The kids only complaint was the pool was small, but hey at least there is a pool! The hotel was beautiful and clean and very family friendly.
Reviewed by traveler from St. Louis, MO on July 12, 2006 |
| Great location and great for families |
Overall: 5 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Walking distance to Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile and Free Trolleys. Room service had a reasonably priced kid's menu. Lobby and pool area are not as "fancy" as some others. Rates were an excellent value. Overall, I'd definitely recommend it, especially if you're travelling with children.
Reviewed by traveler from Cliffwood, NJ on July 12, 2006 |
| Walking distance to anywhere |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We really enjoyed this hotel during our most recent trip to this hotel. We had stayed here a few years ago and were equally impressed. The complimentary breakfast is wonderful. The location is ideal, as it is within easy walking distance of any downtown attractions.
Reviewed by traveler from Ann Arbor, MI on July 5, 2006 |
| great location |
Overall: 5 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| everything was above par for this hotel.
Reviewed by traveler from Cedar Rapids, IA on June 29, 2006 |
| a great stay |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| the suite was very roomy, the breakfast was great with lots of offerings, evening cocktail hour was well-attended and good service. stunning views from the interior balcony-type walkways (not good for acrophobes or vertigo!). very caring room service for one of us who was ill. great location for walking to Millenium Park and Art Institute, Magnificent Mile.
Reviewed by traveler from Atlanta on June 15, 2006 |
| Parking Drawback |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The parking garage is very exspensive
Reviewed by traveler from Mifflinburg, PA on June 14, 2006 |
| Mostly good |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
3 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The young lady who registered us made an effor to provide the rooms we needed. The view was splendid. The sofa and chair were uncomfortable. The breadfast and happy hour were well done.
Reviewed by traveler from Detroit on June 13, 2006 |
| Very Nice hotel, well kept, great breakfast |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The hotel was all we expected, a little funky having to use 2 sets of elevators to get from the street to the rooms, but I suppose security is important.
Reviewed by traveler on June 1, 2006 |
| The best family hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Our stay at the hotel was great. The room was lovely, the pool, always a hit and breakfast was included. The concierge found us the perfect restaurant for dinner. The hotel is well located and the staff very helpful.
Reviewed by traveler from Wilmette, IL on May 31, 2006 |
| Good Place to stay |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Close to most downtown attractions, walk to Navy Pier, Shopping, Dinning.....
Reviewed by traveler from Atlanta on May 30, 2006 |
| Great Hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Hotel was very good. Free drinks every night for 2 hours. Free breakfast (not just bagels, EVERYTHING) in the morning. Very helpful staff. Great location. Concierge could've been a bit more helpful (we called early because we said we were going to a White Sox game that night, and it was raining where we were. She said no rain there all day. When we got there, she said "Yes, it's been cancelled. Its been raining here all last night and all day today". ??) NOt a great place for people afraid of heights/kids. All of the rooms surround an open atrium, with only 2 1/2 foot wall between you and the open air. You have to walk all the way around to get to rooms, depending on where your room is.
Reviewed by traveler from Le Mars, IA on May 17, 2006 |
| Everything about this hotel was fabulous |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Excellent staff, very clean rooms, excellent food, would recommend this hotel to everyone.
Reviewed by traveler from sandusky on May 17, 2006 |
| Tourist central |
Overall: 4 |
Service
5 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Great location, if you don't mind a hotel with 100% tourists. Complimentary full breakfasts aren't bad, but get a table before 8:30 am to avoid the logjam.
Reviewed by traveler from Texas on May 17, 2006 |
| Great Location |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Conveniently within walking distance of much of downtown Chicago. Bus and train lines conveniently close as well.
Reviewed by traveler from Sonoma County. CA on May 10, 2006 |
| Would Stay There Again |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Great location, easy walk to many amenities and the grocery store across the street is a plus. Suite was nice and room was clean, staff very helpful. Full breakfast buffet was another plus.
Reviewed by traveler from Tampa, FL on May 3, 2006 |
| Very comfortable sleeping |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The beds were very comfortable, all of us slept soundly. Don't count on the same level of comfort on the pull out sofa, though. The shutters in the hallway side window do not shut out the light, they look good but curtains would be better for sleeping. The breakfast was not great but it was included and there was lots to choose from, just don't choose the eggs. The staff we encountered were very nice, friendly.
Reviewed by traveler on May 3, 2006 |
| Great place to stay in Chicago |
Overall: 4 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very nice hotel. All of the staff at the hotel that we encountered were very helpful and friendly. The hotel is very centrally located so we could walk to most of where we wanted to go. Free trolley stopped just across the street from the hotel also.
Reviewed by traveler from Oak Creek, WI on April 28, 2006 |
| Best Family choice |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Excellent room set up for families--suite with three sinks, large bathroom. Very comfortable, free full breakfast and appetizer hour very appreciated with kids. On the second day they made the breakfast buffet more efficient which is our only ocmplaint. Already recommended this hotel to friends with kids.
Reviewed by traveler from milwaukee on April 26, 2006 |
| One of Chicago's best-kept secrets! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I would highly recommend this hotel to any families traveling to Chicago on vacation. The suites are spacious and clean and one of the nicest parts is the complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each morning (outstanding!) and the manager's reception every evening, which includes complimentary snacks and beverages (including beer and wine for the adults!) It's a short walk from Navy Pier and Michigan Ave. I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed by traveler on April 26, 2006 |
| Wonderful Family experience |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I have stayed in a variety of hotels in Chicago, and Embassy Suites was by far one of the best I have stayed at. The staff, especially the bellmen were extremely friendly and helpful. The made to order breakfast and the managers reception were both also excellent. I will definetly be staying with Embassy Suites again in the near future.
Reviewed by traveler from Bloomington, IL on April 4, 2006 |
| Great Family Getaway |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We have visited Chicago on many occasions, and this was a wonderful experience. The hotel staff greeted us with open arms as we got out of the car, and the first class treatment continued until we departed. We were able to check in early, almost 5 hours before scheduled, and everything was perfect. Pool was small, but great for the kids. The hotel was packed, but we felt comfortable there the entire time. The breakfast and manager's reception were a hit! We make numerous trips up there for shopping and sightseeing, and we will continue to stay at this location. Although parking was a little pricey, the breakfast and afternoon drinks and snacks made up for the cost of parking. Also, location is perfect, very close to shopping, dining, and museums.
Reviewed by traveler from Noblesville, IN on April 4, 2006 |
| A find! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We paid a little more for this hotel, but it was suite, after all, and had a magnificent view. It's location was supurb, with plenty within very short walking distance- shopping on Michigan Ave. and the fun Navy Pier. The lobby was modern, with a huge atrium and glass elevators = very attractive. Another thing that set it above the rest was the breakfast, which is included in the price. We got two tickets for drinks and appetizers at the atrium bar's manager's reception, but we did not get to go. The only negative is that the parking is an additional $32 a day. You might try the public parking lot to the south of the hotel for a cheaper price. We will definitely go back.
Reviewed by traveler from Rock Falls, Il on March 23, 2006 |
| Very suprised... |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I've stayed at numerous hotels, including 4 & 5 star hotel and was greatly suprised with the Embassy Chicago. Not only were the rooms large (unique for a city hotel) but they were also very clean. The hotel staff was very nice and accomidating. Best part was the included breakfast. Great selection and very tasty! For it's value, I'd recommend the Embassy Suites to anyone...
Reviewed by traveler from Phoenix, AZ on March 7, 2006 |
| Very nice. Great location. |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very nice, comfortable. Great service as well!
Reviewed by traveler from Clinton Illinois on January 14, 2006 |
| We'll definitely stay again |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The location is perfect for many Chicago activities. The service is extremely friendly and responsive. The pool area is warm and clean and well-maintained. The breakfast provided offers a wide variety of good food, and is very convenient. It was a perfect place for us to stay with 2 young children.
Reviewed by traveler from Iowa on January 3, 2006 |
| Extremely satisfied |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| This hotel is centrally located to Navy Pier, State Street shops and Michigan Ave. stores. The breakfast was great! However, parking was expensive!
Reviewed by traveler from mli on December 28, 2005 |
| Very Nice! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Perfect place for a family. Suite was very accomodating. complimentary breakfast is very nice! Pool is great
Reviewed by traveler from Northern Illinois on December 27, 2005 |
| Great Location to get to Michigan Avenue |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| With this hotel being located only 2 blocks from Michigan Avenue you can park your car and still enjoy all the stores and restaurants on the Magnificent Mile... Also with the inclusion of brakfast with the room and the manager's reception every evening, you can actually stay inside and save a few bucks...
Reviewed by traveler from Grayslake, IL on December 20, 2005 |
| Great Location and Service! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very clean, nice lobby, definetly take advantage of happy hour and breakfast. Everyone was so friendly! The bellboys were quick and the hotel was quiet. 2nd time there and will definetly be back!
Reviewed by traveler from Indianapolis on December 14, 2005 |
| If you are looking for a very nice suite stay here, ideally located |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Walking distance from michigan mile(shopping), 2 minute cab ride to the loop. walking distance to navy pier and the lake.
Reviewed by traveler from chicago on November 30, 2005 |
| Great location. Great service. Great Amenities. |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I'm a big fan of the Embassy Suites. This one was no exception. A short walk to everywhere, friendly staff, clean...would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed by traveler from Florida on November 10, 2005 |
| Great place for a family trip |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The location is great. Easy walks to Navy Pier and Michigan Ave. Good breakfast and the whole family enjoyed to evening reception for drinks and snacks.
Reviewed by traveler from Peoria, IL on July 13, 2005 |
| Right hotel in the right place |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Convenient to Michigan Avenue and other Chicago sites. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Service was good. Rooms were quiet. Very pretty lobby.
Reviewed by traveler from Springfield, MO on December 20, 2004 |
| Good location, good value... |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I needed to be somewhat near W. Madison, so the location of this hotel was pretty good. I happened to get a deal on Expedia for my stay which also sweetened the deal. And the fact that this hotel includes in the cost of a room a fairly good breakfast, I was quite satisfied. Oh yes, if you can catch the happy hour in the lobby, that's a nice treat as well. My only disappoinment with the hotel room was that the bed wasn't quite as comfortable as I had expected...it was rather hard, and the linens could have been of a little better quality.
Reviewed by traveler from Charleston, SC on December 17, 2004 |
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