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The Blackstone, Autograph Collection vs Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Both properties are rated highly by professionals. Overall, Waldorf Astoria Chicago is the choice of most professionals compared to The Blackstone, Autograph Collection. Waldorf Astoria Chicago has a TripExpert Score of 90 with endorsements from 17 reviews including Travel + Leisure, Michelin Guide and Hideaway Report.
The Blackstone, Autograph Collection
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636 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605
From $213 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide
"The Beaux-Arts exterior makes a stunning first impression, but the sizzle resides solely indoors."
Concierge
"The hotel makes a good base for walking tours of the Loop's architectural landmarks, and is across the street from Grant Park, site of many lakefront festivals."
Fodor's
"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."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The quirky, 328-room Blackstone hotel across from Grant Park, in South Loop, mixes contemporary style with the building's restored historic grandeur."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Dubbed "the hotel of presidents," this South Loop mainstay on Grant Park has hosted more than a dozen leaders of the United States."
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Waldorf Astoria Chicago
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11 East Walton, Chicago, IL 60611
From $276 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
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
"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
"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."
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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..."
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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."
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