Chicago's Essex Inn

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good size for families

Good size rooms, we had the dble suite. Decor a little outdated. Bathroom tiny. Near red line, 15 min walk to river. Good for large families. Had frige but no micowave.

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Too expensive

Breakfast not included. Valet Parking a bit pricey and beds not that comfortable. Had cheaper Hotels before that were much more satisfying.

Nice experience

The only thing I would like to warn everyone about is the parking! There is no street parking, and to park in the hotels parking garage, you need to pay $37 a night! The hotel itself and facilities were beautiful.

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location is everything

great value and location for family stay near field museum

essex inn

all employees extremely helpful and courteaus(probably spelled that wrong)very nice hotel for money spent--parking valets were superb

You get what you pay for

The location is excellent! I stayed here many years ago and it is much better than before - but still old with small rooms, Unless you get the corner "king suite". Noise from the hall was disruptive - but over-all a good bargain.

Good room for the money

We were in the hotel for 3 days. I satisfied with service. Great location.Comfortable bed. Enjoyed non smoking environment. I would recommend this hotel to my friend.

Comfy room but noisy

Our room was small but very comfortable. Unfortunately I heard the 'L' all night long. In the morning the door appeared to thin as it banged each time another door opened and closed. I am thinking that perhaps the noise was due to the location of that particular room. I was somewhat disappointed but the price was right.

Great Chicago hotel

Essex Inn is located in an area where you can walk to the museum district (even though they offer shuttle service). The folks working were very friendly and offered many things to do and see during our visit.

Great location; great pool

Other than the room and bathroom sizes being on the small size, this hotel has a great location to the museum campus (which is the reason for our visit) and was a quick walk to great pizza and some local restaurant, and a blues club. Staff was very very helpful. Hotel shuttle service worked well for us, but only runs on the hour and not over lunch. Parking fee is extra, so make sure you ask about charges. We would definitely consider staying at the Essex on another trip to Chicago. The pool and deck area were awesome.

Great location to Museum Campus

We couldn't ask for a better location to the museum campus for the price we paid! We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go, even Navy Pier (if you are a frequent walker). Two blocks south is a great place for breakfast called Yolks and a few blocks to Hackney's for lunch or dinner. Don't hesitate to book this hotel!