GALE CHICAGO, Chicago

Gale Chicago - A 4-star landmark property on Magnificent Mile with Italian dining and rooftop terrace

Located in downtown Chicago's prestigious Gold Coast area, this landmark Chicago hotel merges Mediterranean architecture with modern amenities. The Gale Chicago features rooms ranging from 33 to 699.5 ft^2, equipped with marble accents, microwaves, and city views - some facing the John Hancock building. Pelago Ristorante serves Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner, while Drumbar offers craft cocktails from its rooftop speakeasy with lake and skyline views. A fitness center, business facilities, and 24-hour reception support guest needs. The property sits 0.3 miles from the Museum of Contemporary Art and 360 Chicago Observation Deck. Water Tower Place mall stands one block away, while Michigan Avenue's shopping destinations lie within a 2-minute walk. Six restaurants, including Mirai Sushi and Southern Cut Barbecue, operate within 0.3 miles of the hotel.

Pros

Rooms feature rainforest showerheads and upscale toiletries

Contemporary decor includes desktop outlets and marble bathroom accents

Drumbar offers both indoor speakeasy atmosphere and outdoor garden terrace

ADA-compliant rooms available with specific door width measurements

Cons

Grant Park and Millennium Park require transportation to access

Lincoln Park Zoo sits 1.5 miles from the property