Essex Inn

The recently renovated Essex Inn is an intimate hotel located in downtown Chicago on Michigan Avenue, across from Grant Park and Lake Michigan. The hotel is within walking distance to downtown shopping districts and most major museums. Chicago's Essex Inn is located on Michigan Avenue, right across the street from Grant Park. It is about 20 miles from O'Hare Airport.

The Essex Inn is conveniently located in the heart of Chicago. For families, you'll want to take your kids to the spectacular Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, The Sears Tower Skydeck, or just walk across the street to Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park and Millennium Park. For the business traveler, you'll find upscale restaurants for entertaining clients. For the culture-seeker, you can walk to the Art Institute of Chicago, The Symphony Center, or see a Broadway show at one of Chicago's fine theater and music venues. For the shopper at heart, there is a free shuttle service to the Magnificent Mile and Water Tower Place.

One of the focal points of the recent hotel renovation is the Garden Pool and Fitness Center on the fourth floor rooftop. The large pool is enclosed with a retractable glass enclosure that offers year-round swimming in a comfortable environment with fabulous views. The tastefully designed guest rooms are thoughtfully appointed with everything you need to enhance your stay whether you're traveling for business or pleasure. The standard rooms have amenities such as hairdryers, data port hookups, voicemail messaging, automated wakeup service, iron and ironing board and 25-inch color TV with extended cable package, including HBO. Policies:** The parking garage is under renovation. Valet parking is still available**