The Palmer House Chicago has been the hotel of choice for every U.S. President since Ulysses S. Grant, dignitaries, celebrities and Chicago’s elite. A member of Historic Hotels of America (HHA), this 3.5 star luxury hotel in Chicago’s Loop District features a breathtaking two-story lobby with elaborate ceiling mural and ornate details. The Chicago Palmer House hotel is steps away from diverse, renowned attractions including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and the Magnificent Mile. From 2007 to 2009, the Palmer hotel Chicago underwent a $170 million dollar complete restoration and renovation, maintaining the hotel’s luxury landmark status. Known for many ‘firsts’, one of them being the brownie, which first debuted at the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1892, after Palmer House Hilton chefs invented it at the request of a special guest.

For the utmost relaxation, enjoy an array of premium services at Balance Spa and Fitness. Complementing the spa’s twelve treatment rooms is a fitness facility and an indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi. Guests and Chicagoans alike can find stores including Aldo, Crocs, Sketchers and Starbucks at The shops at The Palmer House Hilton in Chicago, on State, Monroe and Wabash Street surrounding the hotel.

With a French and Italian inspired menu, Lockwood Restaurant and Bar serves culinary masterpieces surrounded by romantic décor, a perfect place for an intimate gathering.

A historic downtown hotel infused with opulence

  • Prominent landmark in Chicago’s Loop District, one block from Millennium Park
  • Underwent a two-year $170 million restoration and renovation completed in 2009
  • A Beaux-Arts member of Historic Hotels of America (HHA)
  • Palmer House Executive Floor featuring exclusive additional services
  • Hilton’s signature Serenity bedding
  • Balance Spa and Fitness including an indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi
  • 130,000 square feet of legendary meeting space

Architectural marvel in the heart of downtown Chicago

All 1,639 suites and rooms are decorated in a classic style with modern touches. Melt away in the plush Hilton Serenity Bed, and rest amidst gracious luxury and comfort.

Call now and experience true grandeur and timeless elegance

Check rates and availability at Palmer House Hilton Chicago and escape to a grand luxury retreat.

Press, Accolades & Awards

• Lockwood Restaurant receives the AAA Four Diamond Restaurant Award (maintained diamond rating every year since 2008)
  American Automobile Association (AAA), 2011
• 2010 SpaFinder Reader's Choice Awards (Best Urban Hotel Spa category) - Palmer House Hilton
  SpaFinder, 2010
• 'The Palmer House Hilton, the country's longest continually operating hotel...'
  Lodging Magazine, 2010
• 'Chicago Palmer House Hilton will observe its historic 140th anniversary on September 26, 2010...'
  State of Illinois Proclamation Letter, 2010
• 'Step out of the Old World grandeur and you're steps away from Millennium Park, the museum campus and other world-class attractions.'
  Daily Herald, 2010
• 'We want to be hospitable to all family members, and that includes the four-legged ones.'
  FIDO Friendly, 2010
• The Penthouse of Chicago's Palmer House named among the top 101 hotel suites in the world
  Elite Traveler Magazine, 2009
• Winner: Top redevelopment of 2008 - Palmer House Hilton Hotel
  Chicago Commercial Real Estate Awards, 2009
• 'The Palmer House, 17 E. Monroe, remained open during its two-year, $170 million restoration, which just concluded.'
  Chicago Sun Times, 2008

Pool

• Indoor pool and jacuzzi
• All hotel guests enjoy complimentary access to the indoor pool

Spa

• Balance Spa at the Palmer House Hilton (located on the 5th floor)
• Hotel guests can access the spa facilities for $10 per person/day; Hilton Diamond members have complimentary access, Hilton Gold & Silver members are $5 per person/day, and Blue and non-members are $10
• In-room massage and spa services can be arranged upon request, subject to availability for an additional fee

Fitness Center

• Fitness Center at the Palmer House Hilton (located on the 8th floor)
• Hotel guests can access the fitness facilities for $10 per person/day; Hilton Diamond members have complimentary access, Hilton Gold & Silver members are $5 per person/day, and Blue and non-members are $10
• Open 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday to Friday and 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday & Sunday
• Personal training available by appointment

Dining

• Lockwood Restaurant and Bar - featuring culinary creations inspired by cuisine from France and Italy
• Potter's Lounge - offers a club bar atmosphere featuring classic cocktails and edible offerings with a twist

 Room Service: Available 6:00 AM - 2:00 AM

• 1639 suites and rooms
• 1596 rooms
• 43 suites
• 23 floors

• Originally built in 1873; completed a $170 million renovation in 2008, the fourth and largest in the hotel's history
• Handicap accessible rooms
• Concierge (Available 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
• Car rentals can be arranged by the concierge
• Car / Limousine service upon request
• Safety deposit boxes
• Once daily maid service (evening turn down service available upon request)
• Onsite ATM bank machine
• Same day laundry and dry cleaning (garments picked up by 9:00 AM are returned to guests by 7:00 PM the same day, garments picked up after 9:00 PM will be returned the following day by 7:00 AM)
• One hour pressing service available 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Shoe shine stand
• Babysitting service provided by an offsite, licensed, incured, bonded, and CPR trained childcare agency - fee required
• Complimentary 7th floor business center
• Express check in / out for Hilton Hhonors members
• Foreign currency exchange
• 24-hour security personnel
• Wake up service
• The shops at Palmer House - stores such as Aldo, Crocs, Aerosoles, Sketchers, Starbucks, and more wrap around Palmer House's street level on State, Monroe, and Wabash
• Magazine / newsstand
• Baggage storage and luggage hold
• 130,000 square feet of total meeting space
• Daniel's Florist

Rates

• Rates do not include 15.40% tax
• Rates are based on single or double occupancy
• Children 18 years and under stay free when accompanied by an adult in the same room

Hotel Fees

• High Speed Wireless: $14.99 Per Night (Per 24 hour period)
• Extra Adult: $25.00 Per Night
• Rollaway: $25.00 Per Night
• Crib: $10.00 Per Night
• Self Parking (In and Out Privileges):
  • Self Parking - All Vehicles: $42.00 Per Night (Per 24 hour period)
• Valet Parking (In and Out Privileges):
  • Valet Parking - All Vehicles: $62.00 Per Night (Wabash entrance)
• Pets Welcome:
  • Pet Fee - Non-refundable: $50.00 Per Stay (Under 50 lbs - guest required to sign pet waiver at check in)

Smoking Policies

• Non smoking rooms on request
• A minimum of $250.00 deep cleaning fee will apply if anyone smokes in the room

Check In and Check Out

• Guests must be 18 years or older to check in
• Check in 3:00 PM - Check out 11:00 AM
• $50 early departure fee

Booking Policies

• Major credit card required to hold room and is mandatory at check in
• 1 night room and tax will be charged by the hotel if notified of cancellation after 12:00 PM Noon CST 24 hours prior to arrival
• Requirements above may vary for holidays / special events
• Guests must present a valid credit card upon check-in to cover incidental charges and the security deposit. The Front Desk will run authorization on your card so your bank or credit card company may reflect this by temporarily reducing your available balance or credit limit. It is not a charge. The authorization ensures that the card is valid and will be released 5 to 10 days after check-out, provided there is no damage, missing inventory, room charges, or excessive cleaning required. Amount authorized at this property: $50.00 per night
• Please note that if the owner of the credit card we have on file will not be present at check in, the person checking in at the hotel will need to provide their own credit card. If you need to make arrangements to prepay your stay (either for yourself or for someone else), please contact us immediately and we will forward you a Credit Card Authorization Form as hotels usually require a minimum of 7 days processing time.

• Located a few blocks from Chicago's theater district, just down the street from the Sears Tower, and one block from Millenium and Grant Parks, Palmer House Hilton's Loop locale puts you right in the center of it all
• Complimentary City of Chicago trolley stops right by the hotel
• 35 - 40 minutes driving time (approximately 19 miles) from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
• 25 minutes driving time (approximately 12 miles) from Chicago Midway Airport

Hotel Address

17 East Monroe Street
Chicago, Illinois
60603