The best lodging in Chicago

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A Chicago classic where luxury and world class service is the norm. From the exquisite lobby to the award-winning restaurant, the Peninsula is the best of the best.

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Guests at The Peninsula Chicago raved about the quality of the rooms. The beds were welcoming with soft comforters and plenty of pillows. The bathrooms have marble counters, double sinks, Molton Brown bath products, and a separate walk-in shower. Guests liked the indoor, rooftop, kid-friendly pool and that pets are allowed in the hotel.

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A very comfortable, quiet, and relaxing way to spend your time in Chicago. Rooms are spacious, and a quaint garden allows you to take Chicago at a slower pace.

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"Our 1873 brick Victorian town home features a contemporary 20 ft. window wall facing our lush 2 level garden. Enjoy the garden view, while relaxing in the comfortable living room or while having expanded continental breakfast in the upper level dining room. All 4 guest rooms (3 with Queen bed, 1 with 2 twin beds) have private bath with toiletries, hairdryer, iron and board, ceiling fans and individually controlled A.C. Most bathrooms feature extra deep soaking bathtub in addition to a shower. Rooms feature a private phone line with free local calls, ample workspace, TV/VCR/DVD, clock radio, cd player and Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy our video library and wide selection of Chicago guide books. If you love architecture, the Chicago Architectural Foundation River Boat Tour is an experience you won't want to miss. Complementary refreshments, fresh individually brewed Keurig coffee, hot or iced tea, hot chocolate, brie and crackers are available to all our guests. Garage parking is $25. nightly, in an assigned space, with full in/out privileges in a high rise building directly behind our B&B. Do you like to workout? Bookstores, numerous restaurants and Chicago's famous nightlife are all located within a 5 minute walk. Lake Michigan, the Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, Oak Street Beach are within a 10 minute walk. Three museums are a 20 minute walk away.

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This 109 year old newly restored Victorian Home is located four short blocks from fabulous Lake Shore Drive and Chicago's gay Hollywood Beach, and offers all the comforts of home. North of Boystown and east of the gay nightlife on Clark, the Ardmore House is the destination of choice for travelers from all over the world. "Wonderful! The ONLY place to stay in Chicago... It's the cleanest and nicest place to stay in the Midwest," say GayTravelers@aol. We are just a ten minute "L" ride to the Gay district on Halsted, walking distance to the gay nightlife on Clark and easy access to Chicago's Magnificent Mile, the Museum of Science & Industry, the Field Museum, the Art Institute, the Shedd Aquarium, and the downtown Loop. This north Lake Shore area of the city is known for its beautiful beach, great restaurants and exhilarating nightlife. So, if you're in town to attend a convention, to shop, to take in one of the many gay sponsored events, or just to get away for the weekend, we at The Ardmore House are here to make your visit to the Windy City a memorable one.

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Our Local Expert Says:

The Drake sweeps you back to the Roaring Twenties with its superb decor and historical building, while presenting you with nothing short of pure luxury.

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The Drake Hotel sits at the top of the Magnificent Mile, overlooking the shores of Lake Michigan at Oak Street Beach. Situated between the exclusive East Lake Shore Drive and Walton Place, The Drake is perhaps Chicago's most luxurious hotel. It is known for its high tea service, which is recommended even for those whose pockets aren't quite deep enough to be overnight guests. Otherwise, the restaurant Coq d'Or offers delicious food in a lounge atmosphere.

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This is a great option to avoid the hustle and bustle of the downtown hotels. It is comfortable, peaceful, and has a home away from home feel.

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Benedictine B&B offers two comfortable, completely private apartment suites [one is 6 room, the other is 7 room] within the grounds of a real urban monastery. Monks have been welcoming travelers for centuries, and you will be given the same warm welcome. Tucked away in recently renovated area of the monastery whose buildings date to the late 19th century, you will find the comforts of home in an inviting setting.

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In Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, China Doll offers three complete self-contained apartment suites with private entrances. All have fireplaces, two-person Jacuzzis, steam rooms, and gourmet kitchens. Unlike a Bed & Breakfast, there are no shared facilities. Every apartment has WIFI and a complete office. During nice weather enjoy the deck and private garden. TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR ON OUR WEBSITE! See "Inn's Home Page"

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Guests at The Palmer House Hilton found the beds to be extremely comfortable with down bedding and plump pillows. The hotel is located within walking distance of Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, and Michigan Avenue. The red line train and bus stops are also nearby. The size of the rooms are hit or miss with some guests complaining that they are small while others brag about how spacious they are. Most agree that the bathrooms tend to be large. In late 2010 there were reports of bed bugs in the hotel, so call ahead. Additionally, the hotel is being renovated so try to get a newer room if you can.

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City of Chicago License # 1423437 Note that as of 01/01/2011 all Vacation Rentals and B&Bs operating in Chicago must be inspected and licensed by the City. Don't take a chance on an illegal unlicensed facility. Flemish House of Chicago B&B located in the Gold Coast, steps to N. Michigan Ave. and the lakefront. We offer furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments in an 1890s greystone rowhouse. Private Continental breakfasts are stocked in your own kitchen for relaxed self service. We have kept the best of the old and updated kitchens and baths for modern-day living. The apartments are available for short-term stays (three-night minimum applies on weekends) or as furnished corporate units (by the week). We are located in downtown Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, minutes from North Michigan Avenue, Water Tower Place, the lakefront and Oak Street Beach.

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The term boutique hotel may conjure up images of quaint, country inns, but this 19-story, 483-room hotel is far from kitschy and rural. In fact, it is the epitome of urban luxury and style. The historic 1894 building is situated in the Theater District has Art Deco rooms that look straight out of a postmodern painting. The rooms are suited to business travelers, and feature such amenities as cherry wood desks and fax machines. The suites have Jacuzzi tubs. For a true night of something different opt for one of the theme suites: one is decorated with props from the set of the Broadway hit "Rent;" the other is based on Chicago's famous comedy troupe Second City.

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City Scene offers guests a comfortable, private suite with one or two bedrooms, sitting room with a fireplace, kitchen and bath with a steam shower. The suite is eclectically furnished and has its own telephone, answering machine and tv/vcr/dvd. One bedroom has a full size bed and the other has a queen size bed. A fully equipped, well-stocked kitchen allows guests to prepare breakfast at their leisure. This bed & breakfast is located in a Victorian four-flat, constructed shortly after the 1871 Chicago Fire, on a quiet, residential street in the Sheffield Historic District of Lincoln Park. Restaurants, shops, theaters, museums, parks, universities, hospitals and a zoo are neaby. All of Chicago's attractions are easily accessible by car or public transportation. City Scene Bed and Breakfast is inspected and licensed by the City of Chicago.

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