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Hotel Cass, a Holiday Inn Express

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640 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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Hotel Cass, a Holiday Inn Express
Ranked #91 of 167 hotels in Chicago
3.5 of 5 stars 322 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Great location(11)
  • Very clean(8)
  • Free breakfast(8)
  • Rooms are small(7)
  • Red line(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(5)
  • Front desk staff(5)
  • Magnificent mile(5)
  • Few blocks(5)
  • Storage space(4)
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Bloomington, Indiana
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

The original Hotel Cass is in one heckuva location, north of the river, a minute stroll to Mag Mile, surrounded by good restaurants. The remodel has been done very well by HIX, although you will notice the smallness of the rooms, room doors, and elevators. Our room contained: one comfortable Q bed with an oversized material-covered headboard, soft and firm... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

Yes, the rooms are small, however, the location was great. It's in between Michigan Avenue and State Street, two of the major shopping streets. The breakfast was your average free breakfast. Cereal, bagels, old omeletts, coffee, juice, etc. I did encounter a few problems: 1. The redheaded girl at the front desk was snobby and did not treat me well.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012 NEW

Hotel was great, staff was friendly, and the free breakfast was wonderful. My group came in with the national restaurant show, and had a great experience. Rooms were small, but we managed. Wonderful location, since it was our first time to the area, this hotel was located in a prime location! We will be back next year for the show!... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012 NEW

This place didn't do it for me. Ok, I can see that there are some minor improvements to try to update the hotel. However, to the savvy business traveller, it's just not up to par. 1. The rooms are fairly small, but nothing outrageous. A little larger than the European hotels. 2. My sheets had hairs and stains on them.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

I just returned from one night at the Cass Hotel with my Mom and Daughter for some shopping. What a cute hotel. Yes, the rooms are small, but they are clean and have been redone in very modern decor. The location really is right off of Michigan Avenue and the area seems very safe and well kept. The staff is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Fantastic location and amazing service. The staff will do whatever it takes to ensure you have an experience. The rooms are small but I knew that going in and I like it as it was quaint and comfy. Besides, when you come to Chicago how much time do you spend in the room?! I slept great and the breakfast was... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

The travel date listed on this post is June 2011, but I actually stayed at this hotel in April 2009 (the website won't let me back date). I have to agree with mzm000, the rooms and lobby decor are outstanding. It's like an earthy posh feel. The modern decor is upbeat and yet subtle at the same time. The quality... More

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San Francisco, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

This hotel has a great decor both in rooms and in the lobby/lounge spaces. The staff is excellent, as is the free breakfast. The only issue is that the rooms are on the small side, and though street noise is not an issue, you can easily hear people in the hallways even around corners. It is in a great location... More

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TODD Van Winkle, General Manager at Hotel Cass, a Holiday Inn Express, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Thank you for your review following your stay with us. We're happy to hear you enjoyed our decor in the rooms and lobby spaces, as well as our outstanding staff and complimentary breakfast. We hope to see you again soon! More

Illinois
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

This hotel is in a nice location, parking just around Ontario for $39.00 for 24 hours. Rooms and bathroom were very clean, but the rooms are small by hotel standards. Bathroom is tiny with limited counter space. We had 4 adults per room with two doubles and it was a little tight getting ready. Nice beds, slept good. Walls are... More

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TODD Van Winkle, General Manager at Hotel Cass, a Holiday Inn Express, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review following your stay with us, we appreciate it. We're happy to hear you enjoyed our convenient location in the heart of downtown Chicago. Have a great day and we hope to see you again soon! More

providence, RI
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This hotel has been renovated and is in a great location...just 2 blocks from N. Michigan Ave. The service was also impeccable. I had a room with a king bed and it was the smallest I have ever stayed in. There is absolutely NO room for your luggage and I had to use the desk at the end of the... More

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TODD Van Winkle, General Manager at Hotel Cass, a Holiday Inn Express, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Thank you for writing a review for us following your recent stay. We're happy to hear you enjoyed our convenient location in the heart of downtown Chicago and our impeccable service. We hope you have a wonderful day and hope to see you again soon! More

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Address: 640 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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