The Drake (Room Only)
140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611
Overview
The Drake is a historic 5-star hotel offering luxury accommodation in the heart of Chicago. Highlights include fine dining, traditional decor, high-end shopping, modern fitness facilities and a great location just off the Magnificent Mile and the prestigious Lake Shore Drive.
Location
The Gold Coast is affluent and predominantly residential, featuring a mixture of mansions, row houses and high-rise apartments overlooking Lake Michigan. It is also home to a high concentration of luxury boutiques and designer shops. Nearby places of interest include Oak Street Beach, Old Town, the Chicago History Museum, Lincoln Park and the Magnificent Mile. Several bus stops and Chicago-Red metro station are located in the vicinity, providing fast and easy access to other popular Chicago destinations.
Exterior
The hotel occupies a historic H-shaped complex constructed in 1920. Its mostly flat facade features some wrought iron balconies, grand arched windows on the lowest floor and an elegant, covered entrance.
Leisure Facilities
Facilities include a modern fitness centre and a luxury boutique shopping arcade. A range of in-room spa treatments are available on request and chargeable Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Rooms
Standard rooms are decorated in a classic style with muted colours, hardwood furniture and artwork above the bed. Amenities include air-conditioning, chargeable wired internet, a flat-screen cable TV with on-demand content, mini-bar, work desk, safe, an iPod dock and tea and coffee equipment. The marble en-suite bathrooms feature a bathtub with integrated shower and complimentary toiletries.
Restaurant and bar
The sumptuous, wood-panelled Coq D'Or opened the day after the repeal of Prohibition in 1933 and offers a wide range of traditional cocktails, fine wines and exquisite contemporary cuisine in a stylish space often boasting live jazz. Guests can also enjoy delicious seafood specialities at the charming Cape Cod, whilst light meals and relaxing drinks are available throughout the day at the charming Drake Bros, the refined Palm Court and the Italian-style Lavazza Cafe. There are also plenty of dining opportunities in the vicinity.
Other Information
The hotel provides 24-hour reception and room service. Chargeable parking is possible onsite.
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