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Hotel 71 in Chicago, Illinois |
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Hotel 71
71 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, Illinois 60601
Call Expedia at: 1-800-551-2409 |
| Hip riverfront hotel 2 blocks from the Loop Redesigned in 2002, this 39-story hotel is across the river from Michigan Avenue / the Magnificent Mile, just 6 blocks from Lake Michigan. Large stylish guestrooms feature river and city views, ergonomic desk chairs, 300-thread count bedding, H20 bath products, and free high-speed Internet access. Guests can use the 24-hour gym or request a discount pass to a full-service health club just 2 blocks to the north.
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Amenities | Recreation | Features | Reviews
Hotel 71 Amenities
An on-site fitness room is open 24 hours, and guests receive discounted access to a health club two blocks away (spa services, fitness classes, and indoor lap pool). The hotel also houses 14 meeting rooms, including ten boardrooms and a glass-enclosed penthouse with panoramic city views—audiovisual equipment and high-speed Internet access are available (surcharge). A 24-hour business center provides printing, faxing and copying service, plus wireless Internet access. Valet parking:
$39 per 24-hour period. In-out privileges.
Fees are subject to change without prior notification.
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Recreation
The hotel has a 24-hour fitness center with free weights and cardiovascular and strength-training equipment. Guests also receive discounted access to a health club two blocks away with Pilates and yoga classes, an indoor lap pool, basketball, volleyball, and spa services. The hotel is six blocks from Lake Michigan, where guests can walk, jog, or bike along a 20-mile lakefront path. Oak Street Beach, 1.5 miles away, is popular for sunbathing and swimming in the summer. Within six miles of the hotel, the Sydney R. Marovitz golf course offers a challenging and scenic nine-hole course along Lake Michigan. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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Features
What to expect: The stainless-steel façade of this 39-story hotel gives way to a softly lit lobby with dark woods and deep-purple sofas with leopard-print backs. Behind the registration desk, plasma TVs project video-installation art by local artists. Located three blocks across the river from North Michigan Avenue shopping and two blocks from the Loop business district, the hotel attracts both leisure and business travelers.
Amenity highlights: The hotel's 24-hour business center provides wireless Internet access. A 24-hour exercise room has cardiovascular and strength-training equipment and free weights. The hotel is also home to Porter's Steakhouse, featuring the signature grilled Pepperloin steak. On-site meeting and event space comprises 10,000 square feet, including a glass-enclosed penthouse on the 39th floor.
Insider tip: A Chicago CityPass can be purchased at the Shedd Aquarium, located 1.5 miles from the hotel. The pass is good for nine days, offering access to the Shedd Aquarium, Hancock Observatory, Art Institute of Chicago, Field Museum, Adler Planetarium, Astronomy Museum, and the Museum of Science and Industry.
Porter’s Steakhouse - Floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Chicago River and Michigan Avenue. Large oval bar with glass mosaic tiles lit from within; gray leather-backed stools. USDA Certified Prime or Certified Black Angus steaks featured, including signature Pepperloin steak. Seafood, chops, and mixed grill selections also offered. Open daily. Wireless high-speed Internet access is available in restaurant and lounge areas.
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Hotel 71 Reviews
| Traveler Ratings Summary for Hotel 71
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Overall: 3.98 |
Service
4.00 |
Condition
3.86 |
Cleanliness
4.41 |
Comfort
4.38 |
Recommend
84.13 % |
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| Poor Front Desk |
Overall: 3 |
Service
2 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
No |
| Admittedly, the hotel was under renovation when I stayed there, however, there were many other reasons not to recommend this hotel. I was given one of the finished, renovated rooms, with a gorgeous view of some dumpsters and a parking garage. The main draw of this hotel was the river-view, which I had reserved, but the receptionist asked me to "prove it" after failing to find this item in my reservation. Failing to produce my receipt (from Expedia) she advised me (all too impolitely) to take a different room. There was no restaurant/bar at the time, and the lobby is barren, so I can't really comment on these. The room I stayed in was indeed very nice, but obtaining service at the front desk was nearly impossible throughout the duration of my stay (and obtaining hand towels proved even more difficult)
Reviewed by traveler from New York, NY on August 29, 2006 |
| Great location |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Great location, very friendly staff, comfortable rooms. The hotel is in the process of renovating and upgrading to a condo/hotel facility. Guests are currently staying in the unrenovated rooms which do show signs of wear and tear.
Reviewed by traveler from San Francisco on August 23, 2006 |
| One of my favorites in Chicago |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I always enjoy Hotel 71. The rooms are fabulous, the location cannot be beat.
Reviewed by traveler on August 23, 2006 |
| Helpful staff |
Overall: 4 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| This was my first trip to Chicago and the staff was very helpful in answering my questions and taking care of us.
Reviewed by traveler from Columbus, OH on August 23, 2006 |
| Great location, a few quirks, but we'll be back. |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Overall we had a good experience with Hotel 71. Great location with a fair price. The lobby has a great style and plays up-beat lounge music. There seemed to be a lack of city information, and no apparent concierge, but we did not pursue this. Room was large, with a nice view, and a nice bed. Parking cost was a bit high, but valet service was very good. (and this is Chicago after all) Other reviewers mentioned that there were no ice buckets. Not true. They just keep them by the ice machine for those who want them. Two minor complaints: 1. The elevators were slow during peak times; with up to a 15 minute wait. Other times, access was immediate. (Hence the score of 3 on overall condition/maintenance) 2. The walls are a little thin, so there is a little noise from the hallway. In the end, while we will try other downtown hotels, we would go back to Hotel 71 again.
Reviewed by traveler from Madison, WI on August 4, 2006 |
| Great location and impressive view |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Hotel 71 is close to many landmarks, the Millenium Park and meuseums. I enjoyed the good service and free apples at the registration desk. What I dislike the most was the smell of nicotine on hallways and my room (Chicago doesn't seem to enforce a non-smoking policy in restaurants and other public places), but I discovered that you can open the windows for fresh air.
Reviewed by traveler from Southern California on July 25, 2006 |
| Great Hotel for the Price |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I've stayed here often and always am impressed with the quality of the hotel for the price. You can't go wrong here.
Reviewed by traveler from Seattle, WA on July 24, 2006 |
| Hard to sleep |
Overall: 4 |
Service
3 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very good location for this hotel. Nice view on Chicago's river. The room was very comfortable. The only problem in this hotel is that it's hard to sleep as every small noise coming from the corridor seems to echo in your room as if people were sitting on the bed beside you.
Reviewed by traveler from Paris, France on July 14, 2006 |
| Will definately return. |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The hotel was in a suberb location. Our resevation was secure. We arrived late from the airport. We had a corner room, which provided great views of the city. The front desk provided fresh apples daily. Moreover,the bellman secured our luggage upon checkout, so we could continue to explore the great city of Chicago.
Reviewed by traveler from Las Vegas on July 13, 2006 |
| nice hotel...parking and water tooo expensive |
Overall: 3 |
Service
3 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Enjoyed the hotel staff and view...lack of breakfast, besides roomservice, and parking rates were disappointing.
Reviewed by traveler from Las Vegas NV on July 12, 2006 |
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