Old hotels in chicago
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Chicago is home to the Millennium Park, the Cadillac Palace Theatre, the Adler Planetarium and the Bronzeville Children's Museum. However, in 1871, the Great Chicago Fire destroyed thousands of buildings, devastating the city. Some of the area's historic hotels were untouched by the fire, while others ambitiously rebuilt from the rubble.
Ambassador East Hotel
The Ambassador East Hotel provides guests the opportunity to dine in the hotel's renowned Pump Room. Most notably is booth one, in which both Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall had wedding cake served to them. Since 1938, movie stars and other prominent people from around the world have visited the restaurant. Covering the walls are photographs of those who have dined at the Pump Room. The hotel is about 17 miles from the O'Hare International Airport and 13 miles from Midway Airport. Guest accommodations range from the 350-square foot Traditional King room, which includes a king-size bed, to the 1,400-square foot Presidential Suite, with a balcony, kitchenette and dining room. The hotel can accommodate small pets, but a pet waiver is required.
Ambassador East Hotel
1301 North State Parkway,
Chicago, IL 60610
312-787-7200
theambassadoreasthotel.com
Palmer House Hilton
The Palmer House Hilton Hotel was completed in 1871, only to be destroyed by the Great Chicago Fire 13 days later. Reconstruction began immediately and the hotel reopened on the eighth day of November in 1873. In 1933, the Golden Empire Dining Room became a grand entertainment area. It has since welcomed renowned visitors such as Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. Every guest accommodation offers Serenity Dreams beds and individually controlled heating and air, while guest suites include a sitting and dining area and a wet bar. The hotel's executive level suites come with a complimentary continental breakfast, hors d'oeuvres, beverages and access to the executive lounge. Guests can make use of the hotel's health club and indoor swimming pool and services at the hotel include laundry, room service and transportation to nearby locations. The casual Lockwood Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and the Potter's Lounge is open after 4:00 p.m. for alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Palmer House Hilton
17 East Monroe Street
Chicago, IL 60603
312-726-7500
palmerhousehiltonhotel.com
Hotel Burnham
First built in 1895 and originally known as Reliance Building, this building's glass architecture paved the way for the modern skyscrapers. Within decades of its inauguration, it fell into neglect, but in 1999, the Kimpton Hotel chain and facets of the Chicago government restored the building and renamed it Hotel Burnham. The 122 guest accommodations at the hotel offer Italian linens and hardwood furniture throughout. The hotel is non-smoking, and pets are welcome. The hotel has an on-site spa and fitness facility and offers in-room spa services and exercise program. Room service is available 24 hours a day, and the hotel serves complimentary coffee and tea in the morning and a wine service in the evening. For family guests, cribs, high chairs and booster seats are available upon request, and every child receives a welcome gift.
Hotel Burnham
1 W. Washington Street
Chicago, IL 60602
312-782-1111
burnhamhotel.com
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