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1/5

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Safety index

84 out of 100

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Safe area

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Luxury

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Pet-friendly

Spa

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Waldorf Astoria Chicago

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9.1

Excellent (1,140 ratings)

Chicago, United States - 

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280 m Michigan Avenue

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1.33 km Chicago Riverwalk

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1 km Millennium Park

Hotel Overview

Waldorf Astoria Chicago is a luxury hotel that has received positive feedback from many of its guests. Based on user reviews, it is appreciated for its sophisticated ambiance, exceptional service, and prime location, making it a preferred choice for those seeking a luxurious stay in Chicago. However, like any establishment, it also has areas where some guests felt improvements could be made.

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Hotel highlights

Location

Atmosphere

Cleanliness

  1. Exceptional Service: Guests appreciate the attentive and personalized service provided by the hotel staff.
  2. Luxurious Rooms: The spacious and well-appointed rooms are frequently highlighted for their comfort and luxury.
  3. Prime Location: Situated in a convenient location, it's easy for guests to access various attractions around the city.
  4. Sophisticated Ambiance: The hotel's decor and overall atmosphere receive high praise for exuding elegance and sophistication.
  5. Quality Amenities: From the spa to the fitness center, the quality of the amenities available is highly regarded by guests.
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Area for improvement

Kitchen

  1. Price Point: Some guests find the hotel to be on the pricier side compared to other options.
  2. Limited Dining Options: The variety and availability of dining within the hotel are mentioned as areas for improvement.
  3. Room Service: While generally positive, some guests have had less satisfactory experiences with room service.
  4. Noise Levels: A few guests mention the noise from the surroundings can sometimes be disruptive.
  5. Additional Fees: Unexpected additional fees for certain services have been a point of contention for some guests.

Amenities

Babysitting

Babysitting

Extra beds/cribs

Grocery/Convenience store

Pool

Breakfast available

Breakfast available

Hot Tub

Spa

Spa

Pet friendly

Pet friendly

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Score icon9.1

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Total 1,140 Reviews

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RateScore is average rating from most popular providers

Blended Web Rating

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8.5

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9.2

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booking

150 Reviews

8.5 / 10

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expedia

990 Reviews

9.2 / 10

Reviews

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Words are aggregated from hotel reviews across the web and listed by the most mentions.

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Breakfast

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Accessibility

Gym

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Nightlife

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Wi-Fi

Location was mentioned 150 times

2% Negative95% Positive

Reviews based on Location

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Michael S6 months ago

I had such a wonderful experience and this is so going to be my place to stay in Chicago from here on out! The check-in person was so nice she greeted me by name the second morning. The concierges Kyle and the other lady (sadly blanking on her name) are so kind and generous and brought me a teddy bear and a candle shortly after check-in with a card welcoming me to my first Waldorf. I’m floored with how wonderful it’s been. Also James my waiter at breakfast was amazing! Lastly this is the best most efficient valet I’ve ever had at a hotel. Charles is an amazing asset to your team!

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Leslie Lotus6 months ago
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It's just an all-around luxurious experience. It smells great when you walk in. Staff is always kind and helpful. The rooms speak for themselves, clean, comfy, and wonderful ambiance. Love the marble bathroom with a deep soaking tub. I was upgraded to a suite with fireplace and balcony. The spa and fitness area is the best! The breakfast at Brass Tack was ideal. I recommend the pancakes. I try to go as much as I can.

Hotel Quality

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General Info

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Total number of rooms 215

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Number of floors 19

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Number of buildings/towers 1

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Year Built 2009

WiFi Quality

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Ping, ms

Idle

10

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200

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70

Wifi Speed Is Good For

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web browsing

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HD online movies

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4K online movies

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online gaming

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What's nearby

Michigan Avenue

280 m

Chicago Riverwalk

1.33 km

Millennium Park

1 km

Grant Park

1 km

Navy Pier

2 km

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Getting around

Chicago Clybourn Station

2 km

Chicago Station (Red Line)

350 m

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Airports Nearby

Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

20 km

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Restaurants

Sprinkles

140 m

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House

210 m

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse

210 m

Maple & Ash

280 m

Dublin Bar & Grill

210 m

Street View

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Daytime safety

56 out of 100

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Nighttime safety

26 out of 100

Unsafe

Chicago safety index

Safety

Crime

84

Overall Safety Index

Very Safe

An average rating of the six safety categories

84 out of 100

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Women safety

Safe

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Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.

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69

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Physical safety

Safe

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Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.

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80

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Property safety

Safe

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Likelihood of theft.

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70

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Political safety

Very Safe

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Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.

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84

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LGBTQ safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.

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100

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Medical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.

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100

66

Overall Crime index

High

An average rating of the crime categories

66 out of 100

Property crime severity

High

69

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Mugging or robbery  64/100

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Car theft  56/100

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Car break-ins  65/100

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Home break-ins  56/100

Violent crime severity

High

72

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Physical attacks  62/100

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Racism or religion motivated attacks  48/100

Other crime severity

High

78

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Insult or harassment in public  61/100

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Corruption or bribery  71/100

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Drug problem  71/100

Prices Around Property

Average Daily Costs Per Person

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Bottle of water 1.5L

$1.1 - $4.5

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Coffee

$2.7 - $8.4

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Beer 0.5L

$1.6 - $4.9

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Meal, inexpensive restaurant

$13.6 - $45.4

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Public transport, one-way ticket

$2 - $2.7

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Taxi 1km (normal tariff)

$2 - $4.5

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Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course

$59 - $181.5

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Bottle of mid-range wine

$8.2 - $22.7

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McMeal at McDonalds

$8.9 - $13.6

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Coke/Pepsi 0.33L

$2.1 - $4.5

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Public transport, monthly pass

$68.1 - $104.4

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Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.8 - $1.3

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Mobile phone monthly plan

$36.3 - $90.8

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Fitness club, monthly fee

$27.2 - $158.8

Weather In Chicago

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Precipitation In Chicago

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Air Quality

Moderate

PM2.512

PM1022

45

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Slight concern for sensitive groups. Most can continue outdoor activities.

Drinkable Water Quality

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Fair

Water may have some problems, not recommended for daily consumption.

Traffic around property

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Moderate

Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.

House Rules

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Check in after 15:00

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Check out until 12:00

Children welcome

Pets welcome (restrictions apply)

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