Chicago Boutique Hotels
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Here’s a quick list of the best hotels in Chicago
Chicago’s boutique hotels distill the city’s bold architecture, vibrant neighborhoods and culinary creativity into compact, design-forward stays—think River North loft-chic, West Loop industrial-elegance and Gold Coast old-world glamour—perfect for travelers seeking local flavor and a more intimate atmosphere than large chains. For the best experience, book directly for added perks, prioritize properties with rooftop bars or in-house farm-to-table restaurants, and choose a small, well-located hotel when you want personalized service and easy access to museums, theaters and the best dining scenes.
Best Boutique Hotels in Chicago
Canopy By Hilton Chicago Central Loop
Opened in July 2021, Canopy By Hilton Chicago Central Loop is a 4-star, non-smoking hotel located in the heart of Chicago just 200 metres from Willis Tower, offering air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free toiletries and cable TVs, some with city views; the property features a garden, free WiFi, a bar and an on-site restaurant serving American cuisine with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, and provides a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and à la carte or American breakfast, with popular nearby attractions including CIBC Theatre, Union Station and the Art Institute of Chicago — Midway International Airport is 17 km away. - Prime Central Loop location, steps from Willis Tower - Modern rooms (opened July 2021) with free WiFi - On-site restaurant and bar with special-diet options - 24-hour front desk and on-site ATM - Garden and some rooms with city views
Hotel Zachary
Hotel Zachary sits directly outside Wrigley Field in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, offering a boutique atmosphere with contemporary guest rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site dining—an ideal choice for fans and visitors who want modern comfort steps from the ballpark. - Prime location next to Wrigley Field - On-site restaurant and bar - Contemporary, well-appointed rooms - Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel - Boutique charm and neighborhood convenience
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Viceroy Chicago
Viceroy Chicago is a historic hotel in the Gold Coast neighborhood, just steps from the Magnificent Mile’s shopping, dining and entertainment, and features a rooftop bar and lounge with panoramic city views, on-site dining, and a seasonal rooftop pool. - Prime Magnificent Mile location - Rooftop bar with panoramic views - Seasonal rooftop pool - On-site dining options - Historic Gold Coast charm
The Sono Chicago
The Sono Chicago is situated in the Old Town neighborhood of Chicago, just 1.2 km from Lincoln Park Zoo, and offers free parking with a permit provided by the hotel; guest rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels and feature en suite bathrooms with large showers. - Prime Old Town location - 1.2 km to Lincoln Park Zoo - Free parking with hotel permit - Rooms with flat-screen TVs and premium cable - En suite bathrooms with large showers
Ray's Bucktown Bed and Breakfast
Ray's Bucktown Bed and Breakfast is tucked into Chicago's lively Bucktown neighborhood, within easy walking distance of numerous restaurants and shops, and offers guests a communal sauna, complimentary Wi-Fi, and convenient in-room breakfast service; the Congress Theatre, a popular live-entertainment venue, is roughly 800 meters away. - Prime Bucktown location near dining and shopping - Communal sauna for relaxation - Free Wi‑Fi throughout - In-room breakfast service - Short walk to Congress Theatre (≈800 m)
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Hotel EMC2
Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection is a boutique downtown Chicago hotel on the Magnificent Mile offering on-site dining and expansive meeting space; rooms feature modern décor with hardwood floors, 49-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels, coffee makers, work desks and safety deposit boxes, and plated breakfast or room service is available. Guests can enjoy crafted cocktails and seasonal fare at The Albert Tavern, stay active in the fitness center, and use valet dry-cleaning while taking advantage of free WiFi in the lobby and public areas. Navy Pier and Millennium Park are about 1 mile away and Oak Street Beach is a 15-minute walk. - Boutique hotel on the Magnificent Mile - On-site restaurant and cocktail bar (The Albert Tavern) - Modern rooms with 49" TV, coffee maker and work desk - Fitness center plus valet dry-cleaning - Convenient to Navy Pier, Millennium Park and Oak Street Beach
The Blackstone
The Blackstone, Autograph Collection sits in a historic French Beaux-Arts building in the Chicago Loop and offers 4-star accommodations across from Grant Park and about a 10-minute walk to Millennium Park, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Willis Tower, with the Magnificent Mile and Museum Campus under 2 km away; stylish rooms feature 50-inch LCD TVs, desks, refrigerators, streaming services and marble bathrooms stocked with robes, slippers and complimentary amenities, while selected rooms offer lake views, the on-site Mercat a la Planxa serves Catalan and Mediterranean tapas, and guests have free access to the 24-hour gym and complimentary WiFi in public areas. - Prime Loop location near major attractions - Historic Beaux-Arts architecture - On-site Catalan/Mediterranean tapas restaurant - Stylish rooms with modern tech and lake-view options - Free gym access and public-area WiFi
The Penthouse at Grand Plaza
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago just three blocks from the Magnificent Mile, The Penthouse at Grand Plaza is a self-catering 2-bedroom apartment offering iconic city views from three separate balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame a fireplace; the unit includes a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, in-unit laundry, three full bathrooms and complimentary WiFi. - Prime downtown location — 3 blocks from the Magnificent Mile - Iconic city views from balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows - Two bedrooms and three full bathrooms - Fully equipped kitchen and dining area - Free WiFi and in-unit laundry