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The Drake

The Drake
The Drake – Chicago, IL
The Drake – Chicago, IL
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About The Drake

Featuring stunning views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago Drake hotel is 3 minutes' walk from Oak Street Beach and 1 mile from Navy Pier. This hotel built in 1920 includes elegantly designed guest rooms and a chance to enjoy an afternoon tea or cocktails at Palm Court. Each spacious room at The Drake provides deluxe bedding and marble bathrooms. Guest rooms offer a flat-screen HD TV with HBO and an iPod docking station. Guests at the Drake Hilton Hotel can explore the shops located on the arcade level of the hotel. A convenience store and foreign currency exchange services are also available. Lincoln Park Zoo is 2.4 miles from this hotel in Chicago. The John Hancock Center is less than 5 minutes' walk away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 1560 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The bathroom was not cleaned well. There was an old co tact stuck to the floor. Also, the bathtub did not drain well.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel was in a great area, but the hotel room smelled like cigarettes and they hadn’t moved any furniture to clean underneath in years.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    AC was noisy. Light was going on anf off in bathroom. Otherwise ok.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The Location of the Drake really made it second to none. It is an historic hotel that we found to be a bit posh

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very colse to great resturants and museums. Very helpful staff, especially Mark outside directing cab service. He found me a cab during a tornado warning!!!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Anastasia did an awesome job checking us in. She was exceptional at her job!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room smelled of cigarette smoke. Asked the front desk person twice if we could move to a different room and were told no. Spent over $1500 for 3 nights…. Definitely don’t recommend

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    TI did not receive a throw blanket or robes and sandals until the last day of my trip.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I loved the historical architecture and location

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    ホテルに駐車場はないようだが 近くのデパートの駐車場が利用できた。徒歩5分くらいの場所で事前予約もできた。 予約はparking.comを利用。

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room a bit musty with old carpet etc. A Grand hotel in its day

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great experience.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The staff was very friendly and followed up with us to make sure we had everything. The gentlemen at the front door was so helpful. Great location. Walking distance to many shops and restaurants. I would definitely stay here again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Will, come again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Only thing that we were not happy with was the food we got via room service. Overpriced and not very good.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The staff is professional, kind and responsive. The room was clean, the bed and linens are top notch. The building is old and lacks some amenities which would make it a 5-star property.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The concierge and staff were very nice. The rooms are disappointing. Very small, needs updating. Also restaurant was marginal at best and very expensive. For what I paid for the room, I was very disappointed.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I liked its location.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Staff outside did nothing to facilitate taxis or ride shares. They were rude about what I thought was their job

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The Drake is a classic. Sadly they haven’t kept it up very well. Needs a major overhaul.

Frequently asked questions about The Drake

Does The Drake have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Drake offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Drake offer parking?
Yes, The Drake offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does The Drake have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Drake features meeting spaces and a conference center, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Drake have a fitness center?
Yes, The Drake features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa.
Where is The Drake located, and how walkable is the area?
The Drake is located at 140 E Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611-1501. With a Walk Score of 99, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Drake
  • 875 North Michigan Avenue 0.1 mi
  • Trump International Hotel and Tower 0.8 mi
  • Chicago Merchandise Mart 1.0 mi
  • Aon Center 1.0 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago 1.4 mi
  • Haymarket affair 1.5 mi
  • Willis Tower 1.6 mi

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