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The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel)

5.0 of 5
160 E Pearson St at Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL 60611-2124
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The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel)
Ranked #6 of 167 hotels in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 416 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Room service(12)
  • Water Tower place(10)
  • Very nice(9)
  • Michigan avenue(8)
  • American Girl(5)
  • Magnificent mile(5)
  • Great location(4)
  • Great view(4)
  • Good location(3)
  • Best hotel(3)
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Birmingham, AL
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I took my mom to Chicago (her first time in Chicago) for her 73rd birthday. I have always stayed at the Hotel Monaco in the past as I prefer the river area over top of the Magnificent Mile and love Kimpton hotels. Having experienced some issues with beggars south of the river, I thought it would be safer for my... More

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Toronto
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

We stayed at the Ritz during the Nato weekend in May. It was obvious from the police and secret service agents that we weren't the only special guests. Despite the security checks and strong police presence our stay at the Ritz was terrific. We upgraded to a suite which was very large with a huge living room and dining area,... More

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California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Great room, great view and wonderful care from the staff & concierge. It's also a lovely place for an afternoon cocktail with great appetizers! High recommend.

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Plano, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

This hotel has it all! The service, the view of the lake and the rooms have the most comfortable beds. We often stay in to eat in the restaurant because the food is so good. Betsy L.

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Saint Louis, Missouri
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I would highly recommend this hotel. The service was great and the staff is one of the most guest focused staffs that I've ever experienced and I travel worldwide. Whatever your needs require they will take care of...it's clear to me that this hotel is professionally managed. The location is also very close to key destinations and Michigan Avenue.

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Florida
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

The Chicago property is what you would expect. Clean, modern, well lit rooms. Wifi worked well. Getting to the lobby on the 12th floor was a cool surprise! The location is next to the Water Tower, the Bloomingdale's mall, and other great shops/restaurants. If you can, get the lake view. I was on a lower floor, 15th, and never heard... More

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Park City, Utah
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

It's a fine hotel, but feels like it was a holiday inn in a former life. The room is fine, but the room and bathroom is not what you would expect from a 5 start hotel. I would note that the service was great. It's in a good location, and if you get a deal it's worth statying.

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Thomas Segesta, General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel), responded to this review
18 May 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad to hear you experienced excellent service, however I apologize your stay with us did not live up to overall expectations. Please know we greatly value your opinion on our hotel, as it helps us realize where we need to improve. Thank you again for taking the time to review our hotel.... More

Orlando, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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This property is you get what you expect: Ritz Carlton/Four Seasons type service and amenities. Stayed at this property to attend a business conference; might or might not stay here if it was my family or for personal intentions. Nothing spectacular here, but good location to all Chicago has to offer and attached to WaterTower shopping. Other than that, nothing... More

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Thomas Segesta, General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel), responded to this review
7 May 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you for your review of our hotel. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay with us, but I apologize for the details missing from your experience. You absolutely should have been asked about newspaper preference, and I have followed up with our staff regarding coffee service, too. Details and attention to service are what set us apart as... More

Orange, California
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The location of the Ritz-Carlton Chicago is really terrific, near great shopping and restaurants, it is perfect for vacation or business travel. The rooms at the hotel are very nicely appointed, but the rooms on some sides can be louder than others. When the wind was high my room would creak a bit, but not as bad as some others... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

Everything one would expect from an upscale, somewhat pricey, luxury property. Attentive and charming staff; comfortable rooms; nice amenities; pleasant views from lakeside rooms. Meeting space was good as well. Bar area served not only drinks but light food, coffee and decadent desserts. Lovely all around -- what you would expect from a hotel in this category.

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Address: 160 E Pearson St at Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL 60611-2124
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