Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown

Name: Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown
Address: 55 East Ontario Street, Chicago, ILLINOIS, 60611, US
Rating: 8.5

4-star hotel

55 East Ontario Street | Chicago, ILLINOIS 60611, US View Map

8.5 V. good 643 Reviews View Map

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Rooms

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In every room: Air conditioning

Deluxe Queen Suite

386 ft²

Bath or ShowerMini barSeating area

Studio Suite

451 ft²

Bath or ShowerCoffee/tea machineMini bar

Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds

386 ft²

Bath or ShowerCoffee/tea machineMini bar

Deluxe King Room

386 ft²

Bath or ShowerCoffee/tea machineMini bar

Corner Suite

651 ft²

Bath or ShowerCoffee/tea machineMini bar

Luxury Suite

551 ft²

Bath or ShowerCoffee/tea machineMini bar

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

386 ft²

Bath or ShowerCoffee/tea machineMini bar

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access

377 ft²

Accessible room

Key facts

Property type: 4-star hotel
Area: Magnificent Mile -Gold Coast
Address: 55 East Ontario Street | Chicago, ILLINOIS 60611, US
Nearby landmark: ESPN Zone · 0.1 mi (straight line)
Nearest airport: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) · 9.9 mi (straight line)
Check-in / check-out: 16:00 / 11:00
Top facilities: Fitness centre, Restaurant, Bar, Free Wi-Fi, Pet-friendly rooms
Rooms: 280
Guest score: 8.5/10 from 643 reviews

Overview

Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.

Front desk [24-hour]
Great for activities
Located in heart of Chicago
Excellent room comfort & quality

About Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown

Prime Location Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown in Chicago offers a central position with Ohio Street Beach a 14-minute walk away, Water Tower Chicago 1640 feet nearby, and the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art within a 9-minute stroll. Comfortable Accommodations Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include work desks, TVs, and wardrobes.

Dining Options The on-site restaurant serves seafood with brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also enjoy a bar and a fitness center. Nearby Attractions Midway International Airport is 11 mi away.

Surrounding activities include ice-skating, kayaking, and canoeing. Highly rated for its convenient location, history, and culture.

Top Amenities

Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Fitness center
Restaurant
Bar
Pet-friendly

Location

55 East Ontario Street | Chicago, ILLINOIS 60611, US

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Services & Facilities

47 amenities in 12 categories.

Accessibility

3 items

Facilities for disabled guests available
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible parking

Fitness Activities

1 item

Fitness center

Food & Drinks

3 items

Bar
Restaurant(s)
Happy Hour

General

8 items

24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Elevator
Non-smoking property
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Air conditioning in public area

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Heating in public area
Non-Smoking Rooms Available

Languages spoken

2 items

English
Spanish

Media & Technology

2 items

TV & Movies/Shows
Free Wi-Fi

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Room Amenities

13 items

Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Closet
Radio
Air Conditioning
Hair dryer

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Coffee/tea maker
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguishers
Soundproof rooms available
Ironing amenities
Alarm clock
Allergy-free rooms available

Security

3 items

CCTV security in common areas
Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
24-hour security

Services and Conveniences

8 items

Luggage storage & lockers
Daily Housekeeping
Currency exchange service
Cashless payment available
Invoices
ATM or cash withdraw on site

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Laundry services
Convenience Store

Transportation

2 items

Valet parking (charges may apply)
On-site parking

Health Services

1 item

First aid kit available

Business facilities

1 item

Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Policies

Check-in, check-out and house rules.

Check-in

16:00
Check-out

11:00
Front desk [24-hour]

Groups: When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Internet: WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking: Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 80 per day.
Pets: Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Children and extra bed policy: Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. People no matter the age stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

FAQs about Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown?

Check-in is from 16:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

What is there to see near Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown?

Places nearby include ESPN Zone, Terra Museum and Musee Americain.

Which facilities does Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown have?

Facilities include fitness centre, restaurant, bar, free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly rooms and 24-hour front desk.

Is there a fitness centre or gym?

Yes, there is a fitness centre on site.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking is available (charges may apply).

Is there a restaurant or bar?

Yes, there is a restaurant and a bar.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed (charges may apply).

Does Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown offer business services?

Yes, it offers meeting rooms.

How far is Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown from the airport?

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 9.9 mi away in a straight line.

Guest Score and Reviews

Loved by Guests, Trusted for Excellence

8.5 /10

V. good

Based on 643 Reviews

Chance

young couple · Mar 17, 2026

10.0

Exceptional

Jon

review category business travellers · Mar 19, 2026

10.0

Exceptional

Meatrice

solo traveller · Mar 20, 2026

10.0

Exceptional

Jesse

Couple · Mar 23, 2026

10.0

Wonderful hotel with great staff in an excellent location Liked: Beautiful property in a great location.

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Melike

young couple · Mar 24, 2026

10.0

Exceptional

Andrea

young couple · Mar 31, 2026

10.0

Exceptional

Reedus

young couple · Apr 2, 2026

6.0

Pleasant

Berry

Solo Traveler · Apr 2, 2026

10.0

Liked: The views are great from the corner rooms. Disliked: No microwave couldnt heat up all the good eats lol

Gayla

Solo Traveler · May 3, 2026

10.0

Very nice no problems at all. Liked: Close to down town Disliked: I liked everything

Kate

Couple · May 4, 2026

10.0

Liked: Great location & friendly staff. Room was spacious & comfortable!

Pablo

Solo Traveler · May 7, 2026

8.0

I recommend it Liked: The location, the easiness to check in and out, and the gym. Disliked: I wish it included breakfast - particularly considering the cost per day.

Shane

review category business travellers · Jun 16, 2026

8.0

Very good

Michael

young couple · Jun 18, 2026

9.0

Superb

Brooklyn

Family with young children · Jul 10, 2025

9.0

One of the fanciest hotels we’ve stayed in so that was cool. We weren’t expecting to have to use the key card to use the elevator so we were confused at first but managed to catch on quickly haha. Art studio on 2nd floor was neat. Beds were comfy. Bathroom was fancy too.

Shaun

Couple · Jul 11, 2025

8.0

The location in the city.

Jorge

family with young children · Jul 14, 2025

8.0

Location Location Location. The rooms were comfortable and clean and the restaurant was excellent.

Jorge I.

Family with young children · Jul 14, 2025

8.0

Location Location Location. The rooms were comfortable and clean and the restaurant was excellent.

Amber

Group Traveler · Jul 14, 2025

10.0

Rally enjoyed the fact that it was close to everything, and that there’s a gallery and a restaurant

Corinne

Couple · Jul 15, 2025

10.0

Pets Stay FREE; The decor was different on every level so you knew when you were on the wrong floor; Staff was very accommodating. I requested a fridge and microwave be put in my room if they were available. I was told it would be there upon check-in but it wasn't, however this was easily solved by

Anas

Family with young children · Jul 17, 2025

10.0

The staff, the room size, location

Octavio

solo traveller · Jul 21, 2025

10.0

The location and facilities

Octavio E.

Solo Traveler · Jul 21, 2025

10.0

The location and facilities

Guyton

Family with young children · Jul 22, 2025

9.0

Loved the location close to restaurants & shopping

Andrew

Couple · Jul 23, 2025

4.0

Location, clean

Nemani

Family with young children · Jul 29, 2025

7.0

No power plug on one side of bed . Difficult to plug in cPAP and phone etc. no bed for our 9 yrs old child .

Wesley

Couple · Aug 2, 2025

10.0

The location was perfect. The hotel staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was lovely

Natasha

Unknown · Aug 7, 2025

10.0

The room was incredibly comfortable and clean. The location was central to where we needed to go and had easy access to the El.

Maggie

review category business travellers · Aug 9, 2025

7.0

The hotel is conveniently situated, making it easy to explore the area. Staff were warm and welcoming throughout my stay. I really enjoyed the beautiful art displayed around the property, which added a unique charm. The on-site restaurant was excellent, serving delicious meals in a lovely setting.

Amy

Family with young children · Aug 11, 2025

7.0

Location was great

Christina

Solo Traveler · Aug 17, 2025

9.0

Great spacious rooms, easy to commute to Northwestern campus.