LE MERIDIEN ESSEX CHICAGO, Chicago

Le Meridien Essex Chicago - A luxury Michigan Avenue hotel with Lake Michigan views and cultural attractions at its doorstep

Located on Michigan Avenue's Cultural Mile, Le Meridien Essex Chicago features 254 rooms with 55-inch Smart TVs, espresso machines, and high-speed WiFi. The rooms offer views of Grant Park, Lake Michigan, and Buckingham Fountain, with select units including separate seating areas. The property maintains a fitness center equipped with treadmills, elliptical machines, free weights, and a sauna. An on-site French restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while a rooftop garden provides city views. The hotel operates a complimentary shuttle service with morning runs to Museum Campus and afternoon stops at North Michigan Avenue, Art Institute, and Navy Pier. This Chicago hotel sits within walking distance of the Museum of Contemporary Photography, while the Magnificent Mile's shopping district is a seven-minute drive away. Grant Park, Cloud Gate, and Willis Tower are all within 1 mile.

Pros

Complimentary shuttle service to major cultural attractions

Rooftop garden overlooking the city

Direct access to the 20-mile Lake Michigan waterfront path

Multiple room configurations with lake or city views

Cons

2 miles from Shedd Aquarium and 360 Chicago Observation Deck

Limited on-site dining options with one restaurant