Palmer House Hilton A 3 star hotel in Chicago

Historic splendor in business/theater district This grand hotel along bustling State Street is just 2 blocks from Marshall Field’s and the Art Institute of Chicago. More than 1,500 spacious, tastefully appointed rooms contain classic furnishings and upholstered chairs.

French Renaissance splendor gives way to 21st-century service in the business center and health club with indoor pool.

Hotel prices and availability

Map showing Palmer House Hilton

Dining at the Palmer House Hilton

Big Downtown - Next to elevated train tracks, this 1940s-style restaurant and bar feature a model train and a section of booths in the style of retro dining cars, complete with old-fashioned suitcases stored on racks overhead. Serving steaks, pastas, pizza, sandwiches, and an assortment of microbrews for lunch and dinner.

French Quarter - This New Orleans-style lobby restaurant specializes in steaks, chops, barbecued ribs, and prime rib. Open for buffet and à la carte breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Jacque’s - Located in the midst of the shopping promenade, this carryout café serves coffee drinks, pastries, salads, and soups from midmorning until early evening.

Attractions near this hotel

Getting there: Taxis (more than $36 from O''Hare and $26-$35 from Midway) and shuttles ($16-$25 from both airports) are available. The L train (less than $5) is also an option, and stops are located within two blocks of the hotel. Rental cars are available online, but they are not practical due to heavy traffic and the high cost of parking.

Getting around: There are many stores, restaurants, and attractions within a half-mile of the hotel. Public transportation (less than $5) and taxis are also convenient for navigating the downtown area. Another option is a double-decker bus ($16-$25), which stops at most major attractions and features unlimited on-and-off privileges all day.

All prices are subject to change.

Loop business and theater district - adjacent
State Street (shopping) - adjacent
Art Institute of Chicago - 2 blocks
North Michigan/Magnificent Mile (shopping) - 1 mile
River North gallery district - 1 mile
Tribune Tower - 1 mile
Wrigley Building - 1 mile
Lake Michigan - 1 mile
Sears Tower - 1 mile
Historic Water Tower - 1.5 miles
John Hancock Center -1.5 miles
Museum of Contemporary Art - 1.5 miles
Oak Street (shopping) - 1.5 miles
Oak Street Beach - 1.5 miles
Navy Pier - 1.5 miles
Soldier Field - 1.5 miles
McCormick Place Convention Center - 4 miles
Wrigley Field - 5.5 miles
O’Hare International Airport (ORD): Approximate driving time to Palmer House Hilton is 30 minutes and distance is 20 miles.

Driving directions from O’Hare International Airport: Follow signs for I-190 out of the airport. Take I-190 to the Kennedy Expwy/I-90/94 heading east. Take I-90/94 to the Monroe St exit, turn left onto Monroe St (east) and proceed approximately 12 blocks to the hotel on the right.

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): Approximate driving time to Palmer House Hilton is 20 minutes and distance is 12 miles.

Driving directions from Chicago Midway Airport: Head north on SR-50/S Cicero Ave. Continue to I-55 and head northbound. Head west on I-90/Ryan Expwy. Take I-90/94 to the Monroe St exit, turn right onto Monroe St (east) and proceed approximately 12 blocks to the hotel on the right.

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