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theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel vs Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Both theWit - A DoubleTree by Hilton and Waldorf Astoria Chicago are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Waldorf Astoria Chicago is preferred by most writers compared to theWit - A DoubleTree by Hilton. Waldorf Astoria Chicago comes in at #5 in Chicago with endorsements from 17 sources like Fodor's, Jetsetter and The Telegraph.

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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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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