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JW Marriott Chicago vs Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Waldorf Astoria Chicago ranks slightly better than JW Marriott Chicago. Waldorf Astoria Chicago comes in at #5 in Chicago with accolades from 17 reviewers such as goop, Travel + Leisure and Hideaway Report.

JW Marriott Chicago
JW Marriott Chicago
8 / 10
151 West Adams, Chicago, IL 60604
From $146 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"A perfect blend of old and new... This hotel has seriously good bones, but its interiors wow even further with a fresh, contemporary design."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Mixing architectural elegance with a sleek modern style, this historic property has lots of gorgeous areas." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Opened in late 2010, this upscale hotel is housed in a historic neoclassical-style building with crystal chandeliers and a grand staircase in the lobby." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Its location in the Loop, a block from the Board of Trade, screams “business hotel,” but this 610-room Marriott defies that categorization." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Nonetheless, this Marriott is one of the only deluxe-leaning addresses in The Loop, as most of the deluxe hotels cluster near Michigan Avenue, north of the river. " Full review
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Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Waldorf Astoria Chicago
9 / 10
11 East Walton, Chicago, IL 60611
From $276 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"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."
Concierge Concierge
"The Elysian, a 2009 arrival to Chicago's hotel scene, may be the most elegant boutique hotel to open in the city in years."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The elegant roms are furnished with platinum- and champagne-color palettes and textured wallpaper; and most of the marble-covered bathrooms have a deep soaking tub." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The Waldorf-Astoria offers top-of-the-line luxury in Chicago. With an intimate, boutique feel -- but all the amenities of a large hotel -- the 215-room Waldorf caters to leisure and..." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Those who’d rather not penny-pinch on their next staycation can go all out at this Gold Coast hotel, where the guest rooms average 890 square feet." Full review
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