How far is The Drake from Chicago Riverwalk?

You can walk to Chicago Riverwalk while staying at The Drake - you’ll be about 1.3 km away.

Is The Drake close to River North?

River North is also a popular place to see in Chicago. It is 1.1 km from The Drake.

How close is The Drake to the nearest airport, Chicago Midway Airport?

With no traffic, the 26 km drive between The Drake and Chicago Midway Airport (the nearest airport) will generally only take about 0h 20m. If you’re staying in a metropolitan area, you may see your drive time increase due to busy roads.

What is the best way for guests to get from Chicago Midway Airport to The Drake?

For the most freedom while visiting Chicago, consider renting a car for about C$ 65/day and parking it at The Drake where they offer parking spaces to hotel guests. Rideshare apps and taxis remain a very common solution for The Drake guests. This is often the most cost-effective method of transportation when visiting Chicago.

Is The Drake considered pet-friendly?

Yes. Most house pets, such as dogs, are welcomed guests at The Drake.

How close is The Drake from the Chicago city center?

The center of Near North Side, Chicago, is just 0.7 km away from the front doors of The Drake. You can find many fellow tourists at places such as United Center, which you can get to from The Drake using any means of transportation.

What is the The Drake phone number?

If you have questions or concerns about your stay, call +1 312 787 2200 to talk to a The Drake front desk representative.

Does The Drake have Wi-Fi available?

Yes, The Drake has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

Is there a gym or fitness center at The Drake?

Yes, there is a gym available to The Drake guests. Gym hours may not be 24 hours so it is recommended you ask the front desk during check-in.

What is the check-out time at The Drake?

The Drake has a normal check-in time of after 3:00 PM, and check-out time of before 12:00 PM.

Is there a restaurant at The Drake?

Yes, food can be ordered from the The Drake restaurant. Opening times may vary. If you’re more interested in drinking than eating, there’s a bar on-site too.

Does The Drake have a laundry service?

The Drake does have a laundry service. Contact the property for details. There are irons (and ironing boards) at the property too.

Does The Drake offer accessible rooms?

Yes, The Drake provides accessible rooms for guests requiring them. Make sure to check the deals available on HotelsCombined for the latest availability.

What is the cheapest month to stay at The Drake?

For the best chance to save money on your The Drake reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (C$ 288).

In what area of Chicago is The Drake located?

The Drake is located within the Near North Side area of Chicago. Utilize the map on this page to understand where The Drake is in relation to the rest of Chicago.

Are there any other Hilton hotels in Chicago?

In total, there are 5 locations in Chicago. The most popular Hilton property in Chicago is Hilton Chicago.

What is the cheapest day to check into The Drake?

Consider checking into The Drake on Friday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of C$ 204).

The Drake

Hotel

4 stars

140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL, United States

ExcellentBased on 1,611 reviews

C$ 194

Cheapest rate

rate per night

Provider

Nightly total

C$ 194

C$ 199

C$ 240

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Standard Room

2 double beds

C$ 194

bed type unknown

C$ 199

bed type unknown

C$ 240

Traditional Room

1 queen bed

C$ 185

1 queen bed

C$ 326

2 queen beds

C$ 351

Superior Room

bed type unknown

C$ 382

King room

1 king bed

C$ 189

1 king bed

C$ 203

1 king bed

C$ 211

Double room

1 twin bed

C$ 283

1 queen bed

C$ 305

1 queen bed

C$ 370

Deluxe room

bed type unknown

C$ 281

1 king bed

C$ 292

1 king bed

C$ 312

Queen room

1 queen bed

C$ 164

1 queen bed

C$ 165

1 queen bed

C$ 202

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

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About The Drake

The Drake, a Hilton Hotel is a historic downtown Chicago hotel in the Gold Coast, and has been a symbol of elegance and style since its opening in 1920. Celebrities and guests from around the world st...

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Check-in time	3:00 PM
Check-out time	12:00 PM
Payment & Cancellation	Policies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number	+1 312 787 2200

Perks and amenities at The Drake

Fitness centre
Restaurant
Bar/Lounge
Room service
Free Wi-Fi
Tea/coffee maker
Coffee machine
Valet parking
Business centre
Flat-screen TV

General

ATM on-site
Radio
Disabled Access
Family rooms
Safety deposit box
Cribs available
Feather pillow
Fire extinguisher
Gift shop
Seating area
Laundry facilities
Elevator
Ironing service
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Free toiletries
Room service
Smoke alarms
Heating
Shower
Iron and ironing board
Hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic pillow
Microwave
Interconnected room(s) available
Alarm clock
Sofa bed
No smoking
Bathtub
Restaurant
Bar/Lounge
Express check-out
Parking
Hairdryer
Tea/coffee maker
Cable or satellite TV
Telephone
Air-conditioned
Refrigerator
Toilet
Safe
Pants press
Coffee machine
TV
Valet parking
Desk
Bathrobe
24hr front desk
Storage available

Activities

Beach access
Bicycle rental
Fitness centre
Pay-per-view channels

Services

Babysitting or child care
Business centre
Wake-up service
Fax/photocopying
Concierge service
Laundry service
Meeting/Banquet facilities

Reviews for The Drake

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8.2

Very goodBased on 1,611 verified guest reviews

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The breakfast was out-of-this-world wonderful! (in 8 reviews)
Spectacular Views from Lake Michigan (in 37 reviews)
Elegant hotel-- great breakfast! (in 70 reviews)

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I would say that the front desk was not the friendliest. (in 8 reviews)
No towels I room upon arrival. (in 72 reviews)
The room smelled terrible. (in 83 reviews)

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