Pros

  • Within walking distance to Magnificent Mile and Lake Michigan’s coastline
  • Stylish rooms have flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes
  • Some guest rooms offer views of Lake Michigan
  • Outdoor rooftop pool and fitness center feature views of downtown
  • Free breakfast buffet and an evening reception
  • Business center
  • Convenient shop for late-night snacks
  • Coin-operated laundry facilities
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • Valet parking (for a fee)
  • Pet-friendly (for a fee)
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Cons

  • Valet is expensive
  • Outdoor pool is only open seasonally
  • Street noise and ambulance sirens can be heard from rooms
  • Complaints concerning elevator wait times and maintenance issues
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Bottom Line

The three-pearl Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile is located right off of Magnificent Mile, the most bustling area of the city. The location makes it convenient for tourists and business travelers to walk or catch a subway to their destination. Its 127 guest rooms are stylish and well-equipped for extended stays with kitchenettes and flat-screen TVs, and some even have views of Lake Michigan. A free breakfast buffet and evening reception are budget-friendly perks, while a (seasonal) rooftop pool and a fitness center have superb views of downtown. Travelers might also consider the Courtyard Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile for its indoor pool, on-site restaurant, and business amenities. 

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Amenities

  • Cribs
  • Fitness Center
  • Internet
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pool

Oyster Hotel Review

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Scene

Bustling mid-range hotel with chic gray decor 

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile is housed in the same skyscraper as Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile, which makes for a bustling lobby as guests from each hotel use the other’s amenities. It also tends to cause long elevator wait times; guests say the elevator is fast, but small. The Homewood Suites' side of the lobby has a chic style with a light gray wooden floor and a dark wooden front desk. There's a brown leather couch and gray plush chairs on a gray carpet with triangular patterns. Other areas of the hotel have a similar style; the hallways have gray wallpaper and carpet with black-and-white photographs displayed on the walls. And the breakfast room has a hip vibe thanks to patterned carpet, wooden tables with leather chairs, a fireplace, and plush blue chairs or leather couches. With walls of windows, it’s a nice place to people-watch while having breakfast. Most guests are families and couples exploring the city for the weekend. 

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Location

Located off Magnificent Mile, within walking distance to public transportation

The hotel is located right off the popular entertainment avenue of North Michigan Avenue, known as Magnificent Mile. Less than a minute’s walk will bring guests to this avenue filled with shopping, museums, bars, and restaurants. Across the street from the hotel is Northwestern Memorial Hospital. The John Hancock Center is seven minutes away on foot, and Water Tower Place is a five-minute walk. The Lakefront Trail (a trail that lines the coast of Lake Michigan) is an eight-minute walk, while the Navy Pier is a 19-minute walk. It takes 18 minutes on foot to reach Millennium Park. Travelers can hop on the closest metro -- eight minutes away -- to explore other parts of the city. Wicker Park, for example, is about 30 minutes away by metro. Chicago Midway International Airport is a 30- to 40-minute drive. 

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Rooms

Trendy rooms with kitchenettes and sleek bathrooms

The rooms at Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile have a trendy decor with a neutral color scheme. Patterned carpet, white linens, wooden furniture, brown leather sofas, and photographs of the city make for a posh atmosphere that reflects downtown Chicago. Families and extended-stay guests will appreciate the flat-screen TVs, MP3 players, sofa beds, and kitchenettes in each room. A refrigerator, microwave, two-burner stove, dishwasher, coffee/tea facilities, dishes, and cookware can be found in each of the kitchenettes. And a free packet of microwave popcorn is a nice touch. Some of the bedrooms are separate from spacious living rooms, each with a couch and multiple armchairs. But complaints have been made concerning maintenance issues with the heaters and water temperature. Travelers should note that ambulance sirens from the nearby hospitals and street noise can be heard from some rooms. The limestone-tiled bathrooms have luxurious aspects like gray granite sinks, lighted vanity mirrors, and Neutrogena toiletries. They also include shower/tub combos and hairdryers. 

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Features

Free breakfast buffet, afternoon reception, rooftop pool, fitness center, and business center

A free daily breakfast buffet is served in the mornings, while a free reception with drinks, wine, beer, and a light meal is offered in the evenings, Monday through Thursday. It's worth noting that the breakfast room for Homewood Suites is different than the Hampton Inn one, an aspect that has caused confusion among guests. There’s a convenience shop in the lobby if guests want a late night snack. Though the hotel doesn’t have a restaurant, guests can access The Windsor, which serves American dishes like thick-cut pork chops and prime rib, from the lobby. There’s an outdoor rooftop pool that’s open seasonally and a fitness center with free weights, weight trainers, and cardio machines lined against a window that displays superb views of downtown Chicago. The fitness center isn’t open 24 hours a day. Business travelers can use the business center, shared between Homewood Suites and Hampton Inn. There's no meeting room, however. For guests with extended stays, the coin-operated laundry room is a convenient amenity. There’s free Wi-Fi throughout the property, but there's no self parking available and valet parking costs a hefty fee. 

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Oyster Hotel Review

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Scene

Bustling mid-range hotel with chic gray decor 

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile is housed in the same skyscraper as Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile, which makes for a bustling lobby as guests from each hotel use the other’s amenities. It also tends to cause long elevator wait times; guests say the elevator is fast, but small. The Homewood Suites' side of the lobby has a chic style with a light gray wooden floor and a dark wooden front desk. There's a brown leather couch and gray plush chairs on a gray carpet with triangular patterns. Other areas of the hotel have a similar style; the hallways have gray wallpaper and carpet with black-and-white photographs displayed on the walls. And the breakfast room has a hip vibe thanks to patterned carpet, wooden tables with leather chairs, a fireplace, and plush blue chairs or leather couches. With walls of windows, it’s a nice place to people-watch while having breakfast. Most guests are families and couples exploring the city for the weekend. 

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Location

Located off Magnificent Mile, within walking distance to public transportation

The hotel is located right off the popular entertainment avenue of North Michigan Avenue, known as Magnificent Mile. Less than a minute’s walk will bring guests to this avenue filled with shopping, museums, bars, and restaurants. Across the street from the hotel is Northwestern Memorial Hospital. The John Hancock Center is seven minutes away on foot, and Water Tower Place is a five-minute walk. The Lakefront Trail (a trail that lines the coast of Lake Michigan) is an eight-minute walk, while the Navy Pier is a 19-minute walk. It takes 18 minutes on foot to reach Millennium Park. Travelers can hop on the closest metro -- eight minutes away -- to explore other parts of the city. Wicker Park, for example, is about 30 minutes away by metro. Chicago Midway International Airport is a 30- to 40-minute drive. 

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Rooms

Trendy rooms with kitchenettes and sleek bathrooms

The rooms at Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile have a trendy decor with a neutral color scheme. Patterned carpet, white linens, wooden furniture, brown leather sofas, and photographs of the city make for a posh atmosphere that reflects downtown Chicago. Families and extended-stay guests will appreciate the flat-screen TVs, MP3 players, sofa beds, and kitchenettes in each room. A refrigerator, microwave, two-burner stove, dishwasher, coffee/tea facilities, dishes, and cookware can be found in each of the kitchenettes. And a free packet of microwave popcorn is a nice touch. Some of the bedrooms are separate from spacious living rooms, each with a couch and multiple armchairs. But complaints have been made concerning maintenance issues with the heaters and water temperature. Travelers should note that ambulance sirens from the nearby hospitals and street noise can be heard from some rooms. The limestone-tiled bathrooms have luxurious aspects like gray granite sinks, lighted vanity mirrors, and Neutrogena toiletries. They also include shower/tub combos and hairdryers. 

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Features

Free breakfast buffet, afternoon reception, rooftop pool, fitness center, and business center

A free daily breakfast buffet is served in the mornings, while a free reception with drinks, wine, beer, and a light meal is offered in the evenings, Monday through Thursday. It's worth noting that the breakfast room for Homewood Suites is different than the Hampton Inn one, an aspect that has caused confusion among guests. There’s a convenience shop in the lobby if guests want a late night snack. Though the hotel doesn’t have a restaurant, guests can access The Windsor, which serves American dishes like thick-cut pork chops and prime rib, from the lobby. There’s an outdoor rooftop pool that’s open seasonally and a fitness center with free weights, weight trainers, and cardio machines lined against a window that displays superb views of downtown Chicago. The fitness center isn’t open 24 hours a day. Business travelers can use the business center, shared between Homewood Suites and Hampton Inn. There's no meeting room, however. For guests with extended stays, the coin-operated laundry room is a convenient amenity. There’s free Wi-Fi throughout the property, but there's no self parking available and valet parking costs a hefty fee. 

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Business Center

  • Cabanas

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Cribs

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Breakfast

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pets Allowed

  • Pool

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Supervised Kids Activities

  • Swim-Up Bar

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