Fodor's Expert Review The James Chicago

55 E. Ontario St., Chicago, Illinois, 60611, USA Fodor's Choice

Alt-rock plays on the iPod-ready stereo system when you enter your spacious, contemporary accommodations at this Mag Mile hotel; some rooms are large, with platform beds and dark woods plus full-size bottles of vodka, whiskey, and rum. The slate-tile and marble bathrooms feature amenities from Harmonic by Intelligent Nutrients. David Burke's Primehouse restaurant and the Spa by Asha are both on-site.

PROS

  • <PRO>free Wi-Fi</PRO>
  • <PRO>steps from nightlife and close to many attractions</PRO>
  • <PRO>beautiful art installations</PRO>

CONS

  • <CON>some guests complain of noise</CON>
  • <CON>steep parking fees</CON>
  • <CON>small lobby</CON>

QUICK FACTS

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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 312-337–1000 | 888-526–3778

HOTEL DETAILS

403 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals, Credit cards accepted