Chicago

Walk through the cobblestoned motor court that resembles a French chateau, and step into the striking lobby-you'll think you've died and gone to haute heaven at this grand dime. — Michelin Guide

This swanky icon spells luxury all the way, from its distinguished art collection to the award-winning top-floor spa and fitness center. — Time Out

It’s well equipped to host both business and leisure-minded travelers: spacious rooms, a choice of on-site restaurants, and a killer spa. — goop

The 435 richly appointed rooms take up the top 15 floors of Water Tower Place and come with high ceilings, marble bathrooms and picture windows. — Time Out

The 92-story glass and steel tower in which the luxurious Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago resides brought a dose of glamor to an already glitzy skyline. — Forbes Travel Guide

In the heart of the Gold Coast, this design-focused property has the feel of a posh urbanite's home—its walls are lined with a slightly edgy art collection. — Fodor's

Landmark architecture meets boutique fun with wine happy hours and comfort food in Chi-Town. — Jetsetter

Overlooking Lake Michigan, Loews takes its place among a string of stylish high-rise hotels. — Travel + Leisure

Mixing architectural elegance with a sleek modern style, this historic property has lots of gorgeous areas. — Fodor's

Fancy spot for business and leisure travelers is stumbling distance from the bars and shops of North Michigan Ave., Miracle Mile, and the Navy Pier. — BlackBook

Following a series of updates over the past couple of years, Chicago’s Hotel Monaco has now called on designer Alison Victoria to refresh one if its largest suites. — Wallpaper

Today the Palmer House lobby still has an ‘Oh my God’ opulence – Tiffany chandeliers, ceiling frescos – that makes a look-see imperative. — Lonely Planet

This boutique hotel in Chicago's River North neighborhood has a techy bent: In addition to free Wi-Fi, the hotel offers pairs of Google Glass for rent to its guests. — Condé Nast Traveler

Opened in 1920, the Drake keeps pace with the polished neighborhood, right off the Magnificent Mile. — Insight Guides

Acting as the right aorta in the shopping heart of Chicago, it's the only downtown hotel with a front entrance to the Magnificent Mile. — BlackBook

The lobby of this classic hotel has gold-trimmed walls, a gold sofa, and modern flower arrangements that make it an unusual mix of old and new. — Fodor's

This hotel's Art Deco–inspired lobby avoids feeling like a period piece through its clean-line furniture and creative floral arrangements, and the rooms here... aim to pamper. — Fodor's

Sleek sophistication offered by a traditional French hotel chain. — Gayot

This low-key hotel goes the extra mile to make families feel welcome (even including in-room child safety kits). — Travel + Leisure

This Venetian Gothic beauty was once a chic men’s club — Frommer's