Westin Hotel - Michigan Avenue

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The Westin Michigan Avenue, in Chicago, is a 3-and-one-half star Westin. Those who recommend it say it's perfect for "family" and "business". Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "comfortable" and "great". What travelers said they loved: "the service", "the location", "the staff", and "the room". The hotel is recommended by Gayot.com (it's on their Top 10 list for Business Hotels). The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including The Italian Village Restaurants , The Ritz-Carlton Chicago/A Four Seasons Hotel , and Trattoria No. 10 . Also nearby: Art Institute of Chicago , Chicago School Of Professional Psychology , and Mundelein College Loyola Univ . Other local places to consider are Sofitel Chicago Water Tower and Hotel Burnham.

Expert Reviews of Westin Hotel - Michigan Avenue

Gayot

This comfy, reliable hotel is all about the location. It is convenient to the John Hancock Building, the Water Tower Place and Bloomingdale's. The newly renovated meeting spaces can host an impressive 1,200...
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User Reviews of Westin Hotel - Michigan Avenue

Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer J.

1.0 of 5 stars. DO NOT have your wedding room block here!!!!! We had our wedding room block here in August for our wedding (our wedding was not at the hotel though). We had nothing but issues, issues, and more issues.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny L.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you are visiting Chicago and planning to do some damage on the credit card, this is the place to stay. Located at the northern end of Magnificent Mile, this is a great place to start off your day…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Carina F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Biggest plus here to me was location. It's right across the street from the Hancock building. You're right Millenium Mile so there is A LOT of shopping to be done. You're also right by one of the hop…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam V.

3.0 of 5 stars. The lobby here gives you the impression that this is a fantastic hotel (although a bit cramped). The floor I was on, not so much. The halls looked like they hadn't been renovated in the past 20 years…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Audra M.

3.0 of 5 stars. I was in a wedding at the 4 seasons last weekend. We stayed here because even at $200-$300 a night its cheaper than the 4 seasons! This hotel is very convenient, very clean, very serviceable and very…
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alexandra K.

4.0 of 5 stars. A Westin is a Westin. While the lobby of this hotel is nice, and provides a great view, the rooms are nothing special for the price attached to them. I must say, in terms of hotel restaurants, The…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aaron K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I stayed at the Westin for three nights last week, and attended a beautiful wedding on the second floor. You get what you pay for, more or less, which is enough decadence to suit my demands. In…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brenda C.

4.0 of 5 stars. So I am here right now. I had a layover in O'Hare and my flight was cancelled. So i'm staying in Chicago for a night. The hotel is nice. Service: Well, the only thing that kinda bugged is the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Caroline A.

4.0 of 5 stars. My girlfriend got married here over the weekend. It was absolutely beautiful. Apparently, this Westin is one of the few places in the city that can accommodate a wedding of 350 guests. Every detail…
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cynthia R.

5.0 of 5 stars. I didn't stay in a room so sadly I can't talk about these so-called Heavenly beds everyone is raving about. However, I did hang out in their lobby and their bar/restaurant The Grille. Our bartendar,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christopher F.

1.0 of 5 stars. MAN do I hate this hotel. This place told my friend that he didn't have a reservation even though he was HOLDING THE CONFIRMATION. Amazing. Absolutely amazing. Don't stay here. They can't tell their…
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I love you priceline! I was a little disappointed as I booked my flight to Chicago to spend a weekend away with my boyfriend as he had to go for a few days for work- there was a gigantic city-wide…
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alden H.

4.0 of 5 stars. At the end of the day, you get what you pay for. I think in general Westins are the best value for your dollar. The Westin Michigan Ave is no different. Its a solid hotel. If you enjoy your heavanly…
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Seiji C.

3.0 of 5 stars. it's just that it's crowded. i think that's really it the rooms aren't bad, though a little smaller. but it's a downtown hotel, at maximum capacity, all the time.
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenn S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Have stayed here twice and had nothing but spectacular service. This hotel has a great swanky feel, but the price is just about right. (Was able to score a sweet deal using some starwood points) This…
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jialing W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Lucky me, I got to stay at this lovely spot on the Magnificent Mile for a whole week for work. This was my first time in Chicago and it really helped me make the most of my experience! I love the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alexander L.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place was awful and I do not intend to go back even if the company is paying for it. If you sign up for a package and misread the fine print and don't ask a question and they stick you with a…
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe S.

2.0 of 5 stars. Two stars may be a stretch. I live down the street, but my company was having a sales contest where you could stay at the hotel for two nights if you won. So, the room was a sauna and we had to sleep…
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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priceline.com

Overall, fantastic hotel, and great price - especially on New Year's Eve. Right in the midst of the shopping, eating, and fun of Chicago! The beds alone make you want to stay in the hotel and not leave for...
priceline.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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priceline.com

Great Location. Nice Hotel. Doesn't quite stack up with other Westins.
priceline.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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priceline.com

Staff was friendly. Several floors were being updated which is Ok. No pool or hot tub. Good hotel bar area.
priceline.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason M.

2.0 of 5 stars. Wow. This really is the worst Westin in the nation. I've actually been lurking on Yelp reading reviews for a while now, this hotel prompted me to register and write my first review to warn people.…
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Andie V.

1.0 of 5 stars. The worst Westin and hotel experience ever. Staying here ruined our suppose to be wonderful engagement weekend. My fiance had just proposed and had flown me out to Chicago as his job was relocating…
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Damian C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Perfect location if you're gonna stay in Chicago - you've got views of everything important. Oh, and ... MOST COMFORTABLE HOTEL BEDS EVER. Perfect for that... anniversary ;)
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tom K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I arrived 10:30pm last night to the Westin. The beds were super comfortable and indeed heavenly. The restaurant downstairs (aka "The Grill") is a bit generic as you would expect from a hotel…
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mabelle A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had been here before years ago and was only here for one night this trip. Back to my usual how can you screw up one night. The hotel and location are great. Of course love the heavenly beds. I had…
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark a p.

4.0 of 5 stars. Location, location, location. These are the three words where a biz can thrive. In this case, it is also key for things to see and do. Westin's, well a good one, are known for the heavenly bed. I…
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Bruce S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I didn't have any expectations going in here other than to be on the Magnificient Mile (N. Michigan Ave),a phenomenal location. The rooms were small, but acceptable. The king sized heavenly bed was…
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nenette Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. This Westin is great! We went during Taste of Chicago and it was the most inexpensive hotel I could find on/near the Magnificent Mile ... considering the location and amenities offered I think it's an…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan S.

3.0 of 5 stars. I wasn't really impressed by this Westin that much. I didn't have much time to hang out in the hotel because I got in at midnight the one night I stayed there, but my room was underwhelming. The…
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Dated exterior but conveniently close to the Mag mile and the Hancock, this was the hotel I stayed at in July 2006 for the Gay Games. Inside was OK. Probably your usual Westin decor. Loud busy bar that…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tammy N.

5.0 of 5 stars. yes, this is what a moderately expensive hotel is supposed to be. it is always always always the same; service, rooms, healthclub (well that's actually been upgraded in the past few years). you…
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Taylor O.

4.0 of 5 stars. I walked in to the Westin expecting the Westins I saw as a kid that were not hip one iota. Starwood moved some of the W style over this a way. Slick lobby with a nice straight modern Eames-esque…
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Tina F.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really do like the Westin more than other business class hotels. The heavenly beds are fantastic, but they really need to figure out the heavenly shower thing. It's not that heavenly or different…
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Mollie J.

4.0 of 5 stars. Perfect location when coming to Chicago to shop and go out. Besides the fact that they messed my reservation up 4 times (seriously) I had a great time and our rooms were spacious. Dont forget…
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Hratch P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've stayed at the Westin Michigan Ave. a few times now and have never been disappointed, but I haven't been impressed either. Compared to most other hotels it has great amenities and a cool…
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2006
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Breakfast

I never stayed at this place..but I went here for breakfast before. It was really really good. I a...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/16/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Bill M.

4.0 of 5 stars. The Westin on Michigan Avenue enjoys one of the prime locations in the city. It is just north of the John Hancock Center, which has a plaza that is the unofficial outdoor porch of the hotel. The rooms…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2005
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Hotels.com

Property Type Full Service, HotelYear Built 1963 Year Remodeled 2001Upscale Hotel On Corner Of Michigan Ave In The Heart OfThe Magnificent Mile..Chicagos Premiere ShoppingDistrict. Hotel Is Situated Just Steps...
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Travelocity

Attended a medical conference. Staff was excellent. Location excellent. Food very good. Renovations ongoing (such as health club, room signs), but not an inconvenience. Rooms somewhat small and lobby needs...
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New York Times

The large Westin buzzes with activity in the lobby, where you'll find enormous icicle chandeliers. The Michigan Avenue location is perfect for shopping, especially in winter, as the major malls are steps from...
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Fodor's

The large Westin buzzes with activity in the lobby, where you'll find enormous icicle chandeliers. The Michigan Avenue location is perfect for shopping, especially in winter, as the major malls are steps from...
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Travelocity

With a perfect location in the heart of downtown's Miracle Mile, the Westin Michigan Avenue is the perfect spot to anchor a sophisticated Chicago weekend. Just minutes from Chicago's bustling Loop district,...
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Yahoo! Travel

I did not enjoy my stay at this particular hotel. When I first read the description of the hotel I was excited, and when I got there, the excitement plummetted. First off, the room was incredibly...
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Yahoo! Travel

The Westin presents its self fabulous with a large lobby and perfected lighting. The employees at the front desk were most helpful than most and went out of their way to show us a choice of 3 rooms...
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Yahoo! Travel

"Find comprehensive hotel information including descriptions, rates & availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for The Westin Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. Check the weather, and locate...
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Yahoo! Travel

Great hotel! Loved everything about it. Check in was great. Good location.
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Orbitz

Boasting Chicago's best address in the heart of downtown, The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago is on the Magnificent Mile just across the street from Bloomingdale's and the upscale shops of Water Tower Place....
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