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theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel vs Thompson Chicago

Both properties are praised by expert writers. On balance, Thompson Chicago, a Thompson Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to theWit - A DoubleTree by Hilton. Thompson Chicago, a Thompson Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 87 with endorsements from 14 reviewers including Star Service, Jetsetter and Travel + Leisure.

theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel
theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel
8 / 10
201 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60601
From $101 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"There's definitely a bit of whimsy at The Wit... ultra-modern in both design and decor."
Concierge Concierge
"Located a block south of the Chicago River, on the edge of the theater district, the Wit is Doubletree's successful entrée into the cluster of Chicago hotels... aiming to be one-stop nonstop entertainment complexes."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The atmosphere at this sleek spot, topped by ROOF, one of the Loop's most happening bars around, is fun and youthful." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"The first hotel in a budding chainlet by Doubletree, theWit balances the efficiency of a business hotel with a warm, vacation-style mindset."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This smart downtown hotel on reviving State Street combines business traveler essentials with a buzzy scene and quirky touches like recorded birdsong in the hallways." Full review
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Thompson Chicago
Thompson Chicago
8 / 10
21 E. Bellevue Place, Chicago, IL 60611
From $125 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Chicago’s Gold Coast glamour pad, with high-tech rooms and a much anticipated eatery." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Walking into one of the all-business guest rooms might just remind you of a man’s suit... the contemporary decor is accented by Robert Mapplethorpe’s floral photos." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Located just north of the Sofitel and Waldorf Astoria, this sexy hotel provides more cosmopolitan flair than anything you'll find in the city's cache of Kimpton properties." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"When it opens in summer 2013, this property --- formerly The Sutton Place Hotel --- will blend in perfectly with its luxe surroundings in Chicago's affluent Gold Coast neighborhood."
Frommer's Frommer's
"As I write this, The Thompson is the “it” place in Chicago, thanks to its quirky cool design, plus the popular onsite restaurant, Nico Osteria." Full review
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