In downtown Chicago the hotels seem to park the cars in the burbs, I do not know where they take them however all hotels take 20-40minutes to retrieve an overnight vehicle.
The ES Downtown / Lakefront has on site parking, either self-park or valet.
$30 or $33 a day, I can't recall exactly. We self parked and it worked out well.
Staying at the Drake I think they ask for 20-30 minutes, if I recall correctly. Of the dozen or so times we called for the car we only had to wait for about 5-10 minutes for it, just once. The doormen and other valet guys kept the kids entertained so the time passed quickly.
One of the doormen had offered to come get us if we had wanted to wait inside or up in the lobby area, it was about 30 degrees out. I thought that was nice of him. We opted to stay outside as the kids were restless and they could run on the sidewalk.
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Even if I valet car at time of arrival, I've found it faster and easier sometimes to pickup the car from the garage, if it's not too far away and if I'm light on luggage. Sometimes, the garage is just around the corner.
Sorry to be bumping such an old thread but this is this is the only relevant one I could find on this property.
Does anyone know if you still have free access to the crunch gym if you are staying there? I have a chicago trip coming up soon and this property is a lot cheaper than the Palmer House those dates. The friend I am travelling with loves the fitness center at the Palmer House and hates most hotel gyms, but in the past when I have stayed at HS, I have always had free access to Crunch. Wasn't sure if this was still the case or not since it's been a few years since I was staying there.
No Crunch fitness...but you aren't far from the lake and that's a much better view anyways for working out.
I live in Chicago but have stayed here, and the last time I stayed I was upgraded to the 2 bedroom with kitchen. Breakfast is nice.
Hopefully you are not renting a car and parking as it is pretty hefty valet for overnight at $42 I believe. 2 weeks would add up.
You are right at the red line and a cab ride away from anything so no car is needed!
Yeah I never rent a car in chicago. I am only four hours driving from Chicago so for the rare times I do need my car I just drive and stay at the Hawthorne in Lakeview (Parking is only $18 a night there). If I stay in the loop, my airfare or trainfare is usually less than what just the parking and turnpike tolls would be.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
152 E Huron St Chicago, IL US 60611
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Check In
Recently completed remodelled and now nice, light and spacious lobby on the 6th floor. Checkin (early) was a breeze with 2 bottle of water given. Also late check-out couple of days later wasn't a problem. Staff friendly and helpful.
Room
The two room suite was fine - full size refrigerator, two burners, dishwasher completely with flatware, plates and cookware. TV in the "lounge" and another (larger) in the bedroom. Bathroom is off the bedroom.
Dining
As with Homewoods - free basic breakfast with cereals, waffle maker, pastries and a few hot items. Evening "reception" during the week with wine, beer and a few hot items - was pasta and fresh vegetables and salad whilst I was there.
Location
Just down the road from the Hilton Garden. one block from the red line Grand stop so easy access to everywhere. Great view from the room especially at night.