10 Most Romantic Hotels in Chicago
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If you’re going to go on a romantic weekend trip to Chicago, you’ll want to ensure you’re getting an amorous hotel. Whether you’re looking for a luxury honeymoon suite or something more unique and non-traditional, one of these top hotels is sure to keep you in the mood for love.
Villa D’Citta is a luxury bed and breakfast in the trendy Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. The opulent hotel features Italian architecture, a garden with a grotto, a sundeck with a jacuzzi hot tub, a theatre, and a gourmet kitchen. Located near some of Chicago’s best dining experiences, Villa D’Citta has on-site bicycles to borrow, or you can walk a short distance to the Lincoln Park Zoo or the Magnificent Mile shopping district just half a mile away. Enjoy a continental breakfast with Intelligentsia coffee roasted only for the hotel and take some home to remember your trip.
Enjoy a timeless old-world vibe at the Thompson Chicago in the historic Gold Coast neighborhood on the Magnificent Mile’s edge. This sophisticated hotel has every luxury expected for a romantic getaway, including king-sized beds, 400 thread count Sferra linens, full baths with state-of-the-art rain showers, and oversized Frette terrycloth robes. The British design and loft-like, urban industrial style of the lobby and Reserve Bar include sensuous dark wood and velvet furniture amid a world-class book collection living botanical wall. Marvel at the Nico Osteria restaurant preparations featuring Italian seafood and house made pasta with a viewing counter for a front-row seat to the action.
Explore nearby iconic landmarks like the Magnificent Mile and Water Tower Place while staying in a historic Chicago jazz hotel. The Gold Coast neighborhood boutique hotspot, built in 1926, has hosted many well-known names and is famous even to locals. The grand lobby includes a vaulted ceiling with elaborate décor and artwork while lavish rooms overlook the city and Lake Michigan. Stay for a weekend or plan a classic wedding in the Astor room featuring a 645-square-foot terrace with matchless views. Imported 300-thread-count linens, mosaic marble floors, and refined, on-site dining a just a few of the perks you’ll enjoy.
Waldorf Astoria Chicago is the premier luxury hotel in downtown Chicago where you can receive spa and beauty services in your luxurious suite or the plush spa. The health club features Pilates and Gyrotonics classes and everyday fitness with the latest equipment. Suites feature fireplaces and large terraces, while a partnership with Bedside Reading provides complimentary e-books and audiobooks. No detail is overlooked from the daily shoeshine or spa water in the lobby. Dine at Petit Margeaux the classic French patisserie or Margeaux Brasserie, a Parisian café with elevated French cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients.
This five-star hotel on Magnificent Mile brought traditional Asian service to a city already renowned for the warmth of its hospitality. One Block from Water Tower Place, the Peninsula features award-winning restaurants with Magnificent Mile views at the Z Bar, The Lobby, and Shanghai Terrace restaurants. The elegant spa includes an indoor half-Olympic length swimming pool surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views of the city, a relaxation lounge with a fireplace, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a yoga room. Modern spa treatments are based on Ayurvedic and Asian philosophies, ranging from a gentle hot stone to intensive deep tissue massage.
Downtown Chicago’s Palmer House Hilton is a place of undeniable old-world charm shared by pictures throughout the hotel. Enjoy relaxing at the indoor pool and hot tub, work out at the on-site fitness center, or visit the beauty salon or spa. Special treatments are guided by traditional healing arts and Chinese medicine and blended with the best of modern wellness and beauty technologies. Enjoy in-room dining or explore the Lockwood Restaurant with its rooftop garden and American cuisine. Amid the historic lobby, guests can enjoy a crafted cocktail at the Lobby Bar or visit the elegant Potter’s Chicago Burger Bar and Lounge.
The historic Publishing House Bed & Breakfast is an urban loft in the heart of Chicago’s popular West Loop neighborhood. The former publishing house was built in 1909 and features clawfoot tubs, walk-in showers, and cozy bathrobes. The 110-year-old building combines the warmth and hospitality of a bed and breakfast within a boutique hotel’s luxurious interiors. Enjoy luxury rooms, highly personalized service, and one of Chicago’s best breakfasts. Whether your heart desires a cozy corner for a quiet getaway or a suite for a romantic weekend, each room is quiet, private, and beautifully appointed. Around the hotel, there’s always something to read and history to explore in unexpected places.
The Blackstone Hotel is a storied architectural icon rooted in Chicago’s legendary past with modern amenities and features near the Cultural Mile’s heart with views of Lake Michigan and Grant Park. Enjoy a Chicago-inspired fitness center, spacious marble baths, and modern décor in grand luxury. Take in acclaimed dining and craft cocktails at Mercat a la Planxa and go on a Barcelona culinary tour, with their inspired menu of market-fresh seafood, distinctive meats, and vibrant sauces. At the Timothy’s Hutch bar, enjoy live entertainment and journey through the past of The Blackstone, paying homage to the hotel namesake, Timothy Blackstone.
The Gwen reflects the energy and glamour of 1930s Chicago while offering all the modern features and refinement you desire. Pampering amenities include ultra-lux elegant Frette linens and exclusive luxury collection bedding. Be adventuresome with a unique urban glamping experience on the private terrace amid Michigan Avenue’s iconic architecture. Lavish furnishings include drum side tables, hand-knotted macramé seat cushions, and a braided Indian jute rug. The Gwen’s casually elegant dining venues feature Kostali, inspired by the countries along the Mediterranean Sea, offering a transportive cuisine of Spain, Italy, France, Greece, Tunisia, Lebanon, Israel, and Morocco.
Revel in the cityscape’s majestic views, the Chicago River, and Lake Michigan from this skyscraper designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe. Rooms at The Langham feature marble Alaskan white granite, soaking tubs, rainfall showerheads, and luxurious bath amenities. There’s also a state-of-the-art fitness studio, indoor pool, and private theater with seating for up to twelve. Unwind at Chuan Spa with a range of treatments inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine. Discover contemporary Seasonal American cuisine at Travelle. For a taste of classic heritage, enjoy the Langham Afternoon Tea alongside Chicago’s views in the stunning lounge, Pavilion.
Whichever hotel you choose, you’re sure to make tender memories to cherish and maybe you’ll find a good reason to return and try another romantic hotel soon.