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Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel

3.5 of 5
933 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL 60062
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Grosse Pointe Park
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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Stayed here late April 2013 w/ a large middle school group. We arrived very late at night w/ an exhilarated but very tired group of kids and the hotel staff was perfectly organized. The genders were separated (by floor area), the hotel coordinated on-floor security, and the keys were ready in envelopes marked w/ the occupants' names of each room.... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Dear grossepointebeachbum, Thank you so much for letting me know that all the arrangements for your tour group went so well. We are fortunate to have a fairly large number of educational and sports groups stay with us, and I agree that it is very important to have the arrival be extremely organized. Especially when it is late at night... More

Springfield, MO
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Almost 7 years (June 2006) ago my husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon for almost a week. We were struck by the modern and interesting decor and the quality of the staff. I had contracted mono the week of my wedding and by the time we got to Chicago I had a fever over 100 and was nearly... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Dear cherrygarcia5, Thanks for the memories! It's not often we get a review from such a long ago stay, but I assure you that we would give you the same great service today! I'd love to help you have a more pleasant "2nd Honeymoon" if you ever plan another trip to Chicago. Feel free to reach out and let me... More

Weston, Florida
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

As many have said, the outside looks very non-descript but the minute you walk through the door you know you are in a Renaissance. Starting at the font desk where everyone was extremely helpful to the Pancetta breakfast area where the staff was amazing, to the awesome bar that made you feel like you were in the living room of... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Dear Batt2, Thank you for the very positive review! I am pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay so much, and hope you return again soon. Now that Spring has finally arrivied in Chicago, our exterior improvements will kick off soon. Watch for our new signage, lighting and landscaping that will make a BIG difference! All my best, Rik... More

Medford, New Jersey
Top Contributor
59 reviews 59 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

I stayed here for two night with my company for a meeting with about 200 people. My room had two queen size beds and provided a clean, comfortable place to sleep after a long day of meetings. Wifi is free if you have or sign-up for Marriot Rewards card. It was easier for me to use my Mifi device, but... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
May 2, 2013

Dear Westpo, Thank you for taking some time to share your thoughts about your recent stay with us. I am happy to hear you enjoyed your experience and that the conference went well. Just to clarify your observation about receiving free internet if you sign up for Marriott Rewards, the process should take no longer than a minute or two.... More

Chicago, Illinois
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41 reviews 41 reviews
33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

We live in Chicago, but wanted a night away. The outside of the hotel is certainly nothing fancy (although from previous reviews it sounds like there will be some exterior updating), but the brick building certainly fits in with the neighborhood. The lobby is very modern and tastefully done. The front desk staff at check in were extremely friendly and... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
April 29, 2013

Dear travling4fun, It's always nice to hear that our Chicago neighbors come visit the 'burbs once in awhile! Thank you for taking the time to jot this review and share your experience. I was happy to hear you enjoyed your short stay, although the lack of attentive service in our Pancetta restaurant concerns me. I did already speak with the... More

Chicago, Illinois
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

The hotel is decorated in a very modern art deco style. It's updated and clean. I stayed in a suite which was huge. There were 2 tvs, a living room, dining room, and kitchen. This was probably the largest room I have ever stayed in. The bathroom was nice and modern as well. The room was so big that there... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
April 29, 2013

Dear suttonin, Thank you for using this forum to provide me with more details about your stay with us. Since you had previously filled out our emailed survey, we had already had the opportunity to address some of the practices in our Club Lounge. While it is our policy to check ID's anywhere that we offer alcohol, if the bartender... More

Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

The hotel was undergoing renovations when I was there in Mar 2013. The renovations were not disruptive. While I saw workers, I was not disturbed by the noise during my business meetings or at night. The hotel had the basic features of a hotel designed for business meetings. One nice surprise was the refrigerator in the room. It was great... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
April 29, 2013

Dear TraveltheGlobe09, Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent stay with us. I was glad to hear you enjoyed our lounge, and one of our R Life Live entertainers while you were here. We have wrapped up about 99% of our improvements, so depending on the exact dates you were here, the "renovation" you saw... More

Edmonton, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

So it's not much to look at from the outside, but once you get inside it looks fabulous! I would describe the decor as Funky conservative. Loungey purples, crystal bling, silvery mirrors and dark contrasts. Very modern and hip. The rooms were nicely appointed as well. This is where you discover that this place is still an older building behind... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
April 19, 2013

Dear Kingson 1, Thank you for the very positive review, I am happy to learn that you enjoyed your stay with us! Now that the interiors have been completely updated, we will turn our attention to the exterior... By the end of May we will have totally new Renaissance signage mounted on top of the hotel and the entry drive... More

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

Robert greeted me with a smile when we came in. Our waitress Shiria was attentive and kind. The shuttle drivers Tony, Oscar, and Jim took me and my gorgeous wife to the mall and grocery store. We were well cared for the whole time! Awesome kind service. And John greeted us for breakfast in the morning and Freddie at night... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
April 5, 2013

Dear Ben V, It seems that I am the only staff member who did not meet you during your recent stay! Thank you so much for taking the time to remember and list the names of those who made such a great impression on you. I have printed your review and shared it with each of them! I do hope... More

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013

Don't let the exterior fool you. . .I sat in the parking lot and thought THIS is a Renaissance??!! But once I entered I was surprised. The staff was excellent and check in was a breeze. At dinner, the waiter's recommendations were wonderful . . .I will always take their recommendations over my thoughts in a strange hotel! My biggest... More

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Rik B, General Manager at Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel, responded to this review
April 3, 2013

Dear Catherine W, You are very perceptive and accurate... Our somewhat dated exterior does a marvelous job of masking the improvements we've been busy working on inside! I am so glad you decided to come in and see for yourself, and I appreciate the kind comments about our staff and menu offerings. Our in-room A/C units, while convenient and responsive,... More

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Also Known As:
Renaissance Northbrook
Northbrook Renaissance
Address: 933 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL 60062
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Region: United States > Illinois > Northbrook
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Ranked #2 of 5 hotels in Northbrook
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Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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