Best reviewed hotels in Chicago
Hotels where members have already shared useful stay reports.
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Best elite hotels in Chicago
Compare member-friendly hotels in Chicago: upgrades, lounge access, suites, stay reports and recognition scores.
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City elite hotel summary
Chicago, US has 40 hotels on EliteInsider. 13 have lounges on our radar and 34 have suites worth watching. 0 hotels currently have community stay reports. We need more traveler reviews before ranking upgrades confidently. Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile is worth checking if lounge access matters to you.
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Hotels with lounges in Chicago
Good places to check if lounge time is part of the plan.
- Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile0 reviews · —/5 · upgrades —%
- Chicago Marriott Midway0 reviews · —/5 · upgrades —%
- Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection0 reviews · —/5 · upgrades —%
Best suite-upgrade candidates in Chicago
Hotels with suites on the radar and upgrade potential to watch.
- AC Hotel Chicago Downtown0 reviews · —/5 · upgrades —%
- Aloft Chicago Mag Mile0 reviews · —/5 · upgrades —%
- Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile0 reviews · —/5 · upgrades —%
Reported upgrades in Chicago
Normal room upgrades and suite upgrades from community reviews.
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Hotels in Chicago
Sorted by community activity, lounge notes and upgrade potential.
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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Chicago Marriott Midway
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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JW Marriott Chicago
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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Marriott Chicago O’Hare
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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Marriott Marquis Chicago
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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Renaissance Chicago O'Hare Suites Hotel
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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The Blackstone, Autograph Collection
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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The Westin Chicago River North
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
A strong shortlist pick for lounge time and upgrade hopes.
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AC Hotel Chicago Downtown
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Courtyard by Marriott Chicago at Medical District/UIC
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/River North
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Hotel 55 Chicago Downtown
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Hotel Zachary, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Loop
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago O'Hare
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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The Robey, Chicago, a Member of Design Hotels™
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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The St. Regis Chicago
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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The Talbott, Autograph Collection
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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The Wade
Worth watching if you care about upgrade chances.
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Aloft Chicago Downtown River North
Waiting for the community to share real stay reports.
upscale
Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection
Waiting for the community to share real stay reports.
upper-upscale
Le Méridien Essex Chicago
Waiting for the community to share real stay reports.
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Moxy Chicago Downtown
Waiting for the community to share real stay reports.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North
Waiting for the community to share real stay reports.
upper-midscale
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Waiting for the community to share real stay reports.
upscale
City FAQ
Common questions about elite benefits, upgrades and hotel choice in this destination.
What are the best hotels in Chicago for elite status benefits?
Chicago has 40 hotels on EliteInsider. We still need community stay reports before calling a clear winner.
Which hotels in Chicago have lounge access?
13 hotels in Chicago have lounges on our radar. Notable options include Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago Marriott Midway, Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection, JW Marriott Chicago, Marriott Chicago O’Hare.
Which hotels in Chicago are best for suite upgrades?
34 hotels in Chicago have suites on the radar. Good candidates to compare include AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, Aloft Chicago Mag Mile, Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago Marriott Midway, Courtyard by Marriott Chicago at Medical District/UIC. Actual upgrades still depend on status, occupancy and booking type.
Which hotels in Chicago report room upgrades?
Upgrade stories for Chicago are still thin. New reviews can call out better rooms, better views, club rooms, suites or better suites.
Which hotels in Chicago have the best elite recognition?
The community has not rated enough stays in Chicago to call out recognition winners yet.
How should I compare two hotels in Chicago?
For Chicago, compare lounge access, room upgrades, suite upgrades, late checkout, breakfast or welcome amenity, recent member stories and recognition score.
Are these Chicago hotel rankings guaranteed benefits?
No. Benefits can change by hotel, occupancy, booking channel, status level and stay date. Treat this as a community shortlist, then check recent reviews before booking.
What country page includes Chicago?
Chicago is part of the US hotel index. Use the country page to compare other destinations and cities in US.