Drake Hotel

Chicago

Queen Elizabeth, Princess Di, the Reagans, the Bushes, the Clintons, the late, great Aretha Franklin… Who hasn’t stayed at the Drake since its 1920 opening? The elegant, chandelier-strewn grande dame anchors the northern end of Michigan Ave, near Oak Street Beach. While the public spaces are gilded eye-poppers, the 535 rooms are more everyday yet well-sized and comfy.

North-facing rooms have awesome lake views and are worth the extra cost. Guests tend to be older or members of the many weddings the Drake hosts. Wi-fi costs $13 per day (or is free for Hilton rewards members).

Contact

Address

140 E Walton St

Get In Touch

312-787-2200

https://www.thedrakehotel.com/

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