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The Talbott Hotel vs The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

The Talbott Hotel and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago are both highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago scores marginally better than The Talbott Hotel. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago comes in at #25 in Chicago with endorsements from 13 reviews such as Gayot, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.

The Talbott Hotel
The Talbott Hotel
8 / 10
20 East Delaware Place, Chicago, IL 60611
From $155 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The accommodations offer a respite from the city pace with their quiet elegance and high-quality amenities."
Frommer's Frommer's
"With the feel of an upscale European inn -- and a loyal clientele of regulars -- the Talbott is one of the city's best small, independent hotels." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1927, the hotel retains bits of that historical feel but has also focused on making the space eco- and tech-friendly." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Quite possibly the only hotel in the world with a life-sized cow mounted on its frontage... this boutique hotel is reminiscent of a small, upmarket European inn." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"On a lovely tree-lined street one block from Water Tower Place...this is the perfect hotel for those who suffer existential angst while staying at the large generic chain hotels." Full review
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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
8 / 10
505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
From $87 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The sparkling Palomar brings innovation, style, and panache to the Windy City."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Palomar's contemporary-cool look and eclectic decorative details put it firmly in boutique hotel territory, but its indoor pool and attached deck set it apart from the competition." Full review
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Fodor's Fodor's
"In the middle of one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods and close to Rush Street nightlife, this trendy hot spot delivers solid rooms and excellent cuisine." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 261-room Hotel Palomar is one of the best Kimpton hotels in the city, and the only one in River North, near the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Has evolved into one of the city's favorite hotels for its ability to combine cool coastal style with a Midwesterner's utter lack of pretension." Full review
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