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InterContinental Chicago

4.5 of 5
505 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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InterContinental Chicago
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Families
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Couples
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Berkeley, California
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Thank you for a magnificent and memorable stay while in Chicago. The location of the hotel is simply perfect. They staff was fantastic, Rodolfo (sp?) in room services department provided personalized service and very polite. Simon at the Front Office was truly brilliant! Sean Olmstead was wonderful to work with! I will be back next year. MAHALO!

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toronto
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

We booked in at this hotel for 3 nights in May, they were very helpful, let us check in early. The room was very clean and the bed comfortable. The staff were helpful, and the location was great - we walked everywhere from there, up the Gold Coast, down the lakefront to the Shedd Aquarium, over the bridge to catch... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Management Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay here at the Hotel. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. More

Philadelphia
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Every hotel is better, even much better, if you stay there often enough to figure out what you want from the hotel, and to communicate to the staff what you want. We treat the hotel like a luxury apartment building, and the staff treats us accordingly. We usually get the same room, so it feels like home. Everything is perfect,... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Management Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. We are so happy that our staff recognizes you and remembers all the small things we think make the difference. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. More

San Francisco, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Second time to stay here. First time (2 years ago?)was good but not memorable. This time, I noticed the staff have become friendlier, and more attentive. My room had a beautiful view, was very clean and comfortable. But what impressed me was the service. I was here on business and had an event in the hotel's Renaissance room, a gorgeous,... More

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San Francisco, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW via mobile

Fantastic staff always pleasant, helpful. Room is immaculate for all four days, all that one would expect from a 5 star hotel is easily pleased . Although there are countless restaurants surrounding me I chose to dine at their Michael Jordon resturant and the lunch menus was cooked perfectly. Another IC hotel that's up to their never ending persistence to... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Management Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us along with your meal in Michael Jordan's. We do hope to welcome you back to the Hotel in the future. More

Minneapolis, Minnesota
Top Contributor
64 reviews 64 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

I had a couple of days in Chicago as part of a mini vacation and decided to treat myself to a couple of nights in this hotel. As you might expect of a hotel that charges north of two hundred dollars a night for a room, the staff were professional, helpful and courteous. We had arrived a couple of hours... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Management Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Thank you so much for your feedback and we disappointed that your stay was not up to standards. Unfortunately,all of our rooms do not have the best view due to the growth Chicago has seen with more and more tall buildings being added. We are happy that we were able to upgrade you so you could take advantage of the... More

Newfoundland, Canada
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15 reviews 15 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Stayed at the Intercontinental April 22-25 for business. Overall, not perfect, but a good stay. Upon check-in, had to go back to the front desk twice because the room key didn't work. On the 2nd failed attempt, I picked up the house phone in the hallway and called the front desk, and a security officer showed up within minutes with... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Management Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Thank you so much for your feedback. We definitely will take a look at the bulbs being used to ensure that adequate light comes into the rooms. We also cleaned our key card machines to ensure that others will not have problems with keys not being properly coded. Thank you again for your comments and we look forward to welcoming... More

New York City, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

We stayed at the Historic Tower for two nights. Check-in was a breeze. Front desk was pleasant and courteous. Room was nicely upgraded and large!! We could hear the kids next door but, overall that did not disrupt our sleep. Housekeeping was also efficient but, if you want your room cleaned in the morning, you have to let them know... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Management Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you so much for your feedback. We do apologize that your sleep was disturbed even with the do not disturb on. We will make sure our ladies pay close attention to this. We do hope to welcome you back to the Hotel soon. More

pamplona
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

I have just stayed for 3 days at this hotel during a convention and it is true that the hotel has an excellent location in the Magnificient Mile but I must admit that I hoped for better facilities. First of all the wifi, I can not understand how it is not included that service when you are paying minimum $200... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Management Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you very much for your feedback. We do understand that many locations provide free Wi-fi and we charge. One of the reasons we charges is so that we can stay current with out wi-fi systems to provide the best service possible even for the lower speeds. I do apologize that our staff was not able to help with the... More

Maple Grove
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Hotel was very clean and nice. Location was excellent. Starbucks coffee was attached to hotel which was a huge plus. The staff was friendly and very pleasant. The bathroom was large enough for 2 people to get ready in. The bed was very comfortable and the computer screen had a special message on it for us when we arrived which... More

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ICMagMile, Hotel Managment Team at InterContinental Chicago, responded to this review
May 14, 2013

So happy that your stay was a pleasant one. The views are something that can't be beat and so happy your were able to take advantage of that. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. More

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travelers say

  • Great location(62)
  • Michigan avenue(58)
  • Magnificent mile(57)
  • Very nice(57)
  • Historic tower(49)
  • Navy pier(32)
  • Fitness center(28)
  • Room service(24)
  • Star hotel(17)
  • Front desk staff(10)

Additional Information about InterContinental Chicago

Address: 505 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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Region: United States > Illinois > Chicago
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#25 Romantic Hotels in Chicago
#29 Luxury Hotels in Chicago
#43 Business Hotels in Chicago
#51 Family Hotels in Chicago
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
InterContinental Chicago is a lot like the city itself: historic but hip, refined but relaxed, cultured but comfortable. A member of Michigan Avenue s architectural elite since 1929, our hotel is within easy reach of Chicago s incomparable museums, stores, theatres and restaurants. Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium and Oak Street Beach are minutes away. ... more   less 
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