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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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 1588 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    As an aside booked two room other one for my daughter and family. Rooms were small and much less than special. as my kids say “OVERRATED “

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Was a great experience. Did smell like cigarettes.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Loved the bar downstairs

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The Drake is a wonderful hotel. Staff were nice. The tub in the room next to us overflowed and flooded into our room. The smell of old cigarettes as very strong. And having to listen to fans was annoying. We were told we’d get a partial refund that they did put on our credit card but was then taken back by the hotel. ???

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Old school charm and the staff was the same. Very classy joint.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel was wonderful and centrally located making getting around the city easy.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice downtown hotel

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I have long loved this place. Sadly, they are hurting. Towels were so thin! Bathroom not fully cleaned.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location. Rooms are quite large but tired. Gym is an afterthought. The entire food and beverage offering needs a rethink.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Passable

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very quiet!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel was nice, the location is amazing, however, if u don’t appear to dress or look a certain way, like u have money, the front door people and staff look at you a certain way, in my case cause of my tattoos all over my body! Never once did anyone greet me or talk to me, aside from getting the keys at check in! the valet people in the front, especially as i waited for uber, never acknowledged me or asked me if i needed a taxi or anything, they would just stare as if why was i waiting in the same area

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

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  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    had a lovely time at the Drake. The service was excellent and location perfect.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Absolutely stunning hotel with super attentive staff. Stay away from the Cafe on Oak restaurant though....abysmal service and oblivious wait staff.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location beautiful old hotel with a lot of history and a cast of characters who work there. Had a great visit, great proximity to Oak St. Beach.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Breakfast & location was great! Great room size & location The room definitely could have been colder/cooler Ceiling fan would’ve been awesome

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    perfect location dogs running in the lobby

  • 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.

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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