Aug 14, 2018, 11:30 am
Last edit by: SkiAdcock
Hat tip to dcchi: "Whenever we do staycations in downtown Chicago, we use the ParkWhiz app to find parking. Normally pretty substantial savings off of hotel parking rates and even minor savings (and sometimes more) off of garage posted rates. If you're willing to walk one or a few blocks, this works well."
Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Chicago, IL
Mar 19, 2022, 2:14 pm
#1276
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Hi all -
Been a while since I stayed in Chicago, but I think I am going to go back for a conference in beautiful late November 2022.
Would like a nice Marriott property good for eating / drinking. The conference itself runs busses back and forth to the McCormick center from most major hotels ... as long as I'm downtown it's usally easy transport.
Might drive from CLE but probably would just park the car and go cabs/uber when needed. (Or I might fly, not sure)
Can expense it to a $400 ish per night
What's good these days?
Been a while since I stayed in Chicago, but I think I am going to go back for a conference in beautiful late November 2022.
Would like a nice Marriott property good for eating / drinking. The conference itself runs busses back and forth to the McCormick center from most major hotels ... as long as I'm downtown it's usally easy transport.
Might drive from CLE but probably would just park the car and go cabs/uber when needed. (Or I might fly, not sure)
Can expense it to a $400 ish per night
What's good these days?
Mar 30, 2022, 3:33 pm
#1278
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: DCA
Posts: 7,769
When? Calendar shows cash rates available most nights except for some blocks in the summer, presumably conferences, weddings, or other events. If the dates in question fall into one of those time frames, I'd presume it's probably some sort of inventory management issue - a given number of rooms were tagged for redemption and not cash.
Apr 1, 2022, 11:54 am
#1279
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Apr 25, 2022, 9:22 am
#1280
Join Date: Jan 2005
Posts: 930
Which Aloft in Chicago? River North or Mag Mile?
Upcoming one night stay after a concert at United Center. Don't want to spend a lot so going with Aloft.
Between the Aloft River North and Aloft Mag Mile which is better? How do either treat Bonvoy Platinums?
Between the Aloft River North and Aloft Mag Mile which is better? How do either treat Bonvoy Platinums?
May 4, 2022, 1:05 pm
#1281
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Calgary, AB
Programs: AC SE100k, Marriott Titanium, Accor Platinum, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 428
Any recent stays at Chicago Marriott Dtwn Magnificent Mile? I'm going to be there for 4 nights in late May -- Titanium status. Anything to ask for or stay away from? TIA!
May 30, 2022, 5:54 pm
#1282
Moderator: Chase Ultimate Rewards
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 2P, MR LT Plat, IHG Plat, BW Dia, HH Au, Avis PC
Posts: 5,453
Rooms with windows that open?
I've become addicted to hotel rooms that have windows that can open. Seem to sleep better that way.
In my mind, I had pictured most of the Marriott properties in Chicago as having windows that open... but based on searching today, I'm finding that to not be quite true...
Only these properties advertise windows that open:
Right now I'm leaning toward the AC, since I'm trying to be near River North, could book it using some certs, and might be able to secure a balcony. But would love other ideas...
In my mind, I had pictured most of the Marriott properties in Chicago as having windows that open... but based on searching today, I'm finding that to not be quite true...
Only these properties advertise windows that open:
- AC Downtown (the rooms with balconies)
- Courtyard Mag Mile
- Fairfield River North (website says yes, pictures seem to say no)
- Fairfield Mag Mile
- Le Meridien Essex
- Marriott Medical District
- Moxy Chicago Downtown
- Renaissance Downtown (small windows on the sides but not the large window in the middle?)
- Residence Inn Downtown/Loop (website says no, pictures look like yes)
- W Chicago City Center
Right now I'm leaning toward the AC, since I'm trying to be near River North, could book it using some certs, and might be able to secure a balcony. But would love other ideas...
May 30, 2022, 7:23 pm
#1283
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I've become addicted to hotel rooms that have windows that can open. Seem to sleep better that way.
In my mind, I had pictured most of the Marriott properties in Chicago as having windows that open... but based on searching today, I'm finding that to not be quite true...
Only these properties advertise windows that open:
Right now I'm leaning toward the AC, since I'm trying to be near River North, could book it using some certs, and might be able to secure a balcony. But would love other ideas...
In my mind, I had pictured most of the Marriott properties in Chicago as having windows that open... but based on searching today, I'm finding that to not be quite true...
Only these properties advertise windows that open:
- AC Downtown (the rooms with balconies)
- Courtyard Mag Mile
- Fairfield River North (website says yes, pictures seem to say no)
- Fairfield Mag Mile
- Le Meridien Essex
- Marriott Medical District
- Moxy Chicago Downtown
- Renaissance Downtown (small windows on the sides but not the large window in the middle?)
- Residence Inn Downtown/Loop (website says no, pictures look like yes)
- W Chicago City Center
Right now I'm leaning toward the AC, since I'm trying to be near River North, could book it using some certs, and might be able to secure a balcony. But would love other ideas...
David
May 30, 2022, 7:28 pm
#1284
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: USA
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Posts: 5,159
I feel risky leaving the curtains open at night - let alone leaving the actual window open at night. Sounds like a good way for things to crawl in my mouth.
May 30, 2022, 8:24 pm
#1285
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Minneapolis
Posts: 9
I've become addicted to hotel rooms that have windows that can open. Seem to sleep better that way.
In my mind, I had pictured most of the Marriott properties in Chicago as having windows that open... but based on searching today, I'm finding that to not be quite true...
Only these properties advertise windows that open:
Right now I'm leaning toward the AC, since I'm trying to be near River North, could book it using some certs, and might be able to secure a balcony. But would love other ideas...
In my mind, I had pictured most of the Marriott properties in Chicago as having windows that open... but based on searching today, I'm finding that to not be quite true...
Only these properties advertise windows that open:
- AC Downtown (the rooms with balconies)
- Courtyard Mag Mile
- Fairfield River North (website says yes, pictures seem to say no)
- Fairfield Mag Mile
- Le Meridien Essex
- Marriott Medical District
- Moxy Chicago Downtown
- Renaissance Downtown (small windows on the sides but not the large window in the middle?)
- Residence Inn Downtown/Loop (website says no, pictures look like yes)
- W Chicago City Center
Right now I'm leaning toward the AC, since I'm trying to be near River North, could book it using some certs, and might be able to secure a balcony. But would love other ideas...
May 31, 2022, 8:50 am
#1286
Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan USA
Programs: Marriott lifetime Titanium, Delta Platinum
Posts: 5,472
Chicago Courtyard River North
Loud noise and water shutoff during the day, with 48 hour notice? 5,000 points sounds outrageously low, especially for a 7-day stay.
May 31, 2022, 10:52 am
#1287
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Calgary, AB
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Posts: 428
I recently finished a 4 night stay at the Chicago Marriott Magnificent Mile in a suite on the 45th floor. The windows do open (a crack) sideways. Honestly, considering the city noise that comes through the windows to begin with -- not sure I'd be too happy about the even louder noise with 0.5inch open 
But everyone is different
But everyone is different
Jun 11, 2022, 5:04 pm
#1288
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I'm leaning toward giving the AC a try, though I may just go back to the Hotel Chicago (Autograph) since I did have a nice stay there last time.
Jun 14, 2022, 4:53 am
#1289
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We are visiting Chicago the first weekend in July, mostly for going to Wrigley Field. We have reservations at the Meridien Essex ($) and the Sheraton Grand (points). One night game, one day game.
plan is to walk part way to the game and catch transit, and take transit back to the hotel after the games. Was playing to explore Grant Park after the day game, until dusk and then find dinner nearby. Concerned about safety in the area around the Meridien, and reviews about the Grand. Everything else in the area is outside of our budget now, other than the Moxy, which we might book instead.
looking for advice on which reservation we should keep. We can cab/Uber instead of transit at night to the Meridien if that makes sense, but if it is a bad idea to wander in that area on a Sunday evening then we likely will stay elsewhere.
plan is to walk part way to the game and catch transit, and take transit back to the hotel after the games. Was playing to explore Grant Park after the day game, until dusk and then find dinner nearby. Concerned about safety in the area around the Meridien, and reviews about the Grand. Everything else in the area is outside of our budget now, other than the Moxy, which we might book instead.
looking for advice on which reservation we should keep. We can cab/Uber instead of transit at night to the Meridien if that makes sense, but if it is a bad idea to wander in that area on a Sunday evening then we likely will stay elsewhere.
Jun 20, 2022, 6:00 am
#1290
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 10
We're cashing in a free 40k point certificate in downtown Chicago this week as a Titanium. Trying to decide where we'll find the best experience with possible upgrades and perks like breakfast or lounges. Considering Westin River North, Le Mer or spending about 20k more to stay at Gwen or Ritz. What would you do? Open to all hotels. We're familar with Chicago, so not picky with location.