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A firm favourite with locals and travellers alike, the Avenue Hotel is a sleek, contemporary building offering premier accommodation and a great range of amenities in the heart of Chicago. Families will love the Kid-Friendly rooms, specially equipped with video games, colourful décor and children’s books, whilst computer wizards can opt for Tech Rooms with high speed internet connection, an iMac computer and colour printer. Although you’re surrounded by some of the best restaurants in the world, we’re sure the hotel’s own SKY Lounge on the 40th floor will become a firm favourite. Serving European-style cuisine and tapas plates in the most sophisticated surrounds, you can also enjoy stunning views of the city as you wine and dine under the stars. If you’re missing home, the Elephant and Castle Restaurant and Pub on the 1st floor serves traditional English fayre, including fish and chips and bangers and mash, as well as all-American favourites such as burgers and fries, pasta and seafood. There are also 21 different beers and ales on tap for a real hint of nostalgia! A seasonal rooftop swimming pool will please children and adults alike plus there’s a fitness centre to work off some of that world-famous Chicago-style pizza!
Where is it?
On Huron Street between Saint Clair and Michigan Avenue, just steps away from the ‘Magnificent Mile’ with its almost endless supply of shops and restaurants. Local attractions include the Navy Pier, Lake Michigan, museums and theatres. Transfer time from airport: 20 mins.
Facilities
SKY Lounge on 40th floor serving European-style cuisine, tapas plates and beverages, Elephant and Castle Restaurant and Pub. Seasonal rooftop swimming pool with expansive sundeck, fitness centre. Gift shop. Babysitting (on request, local charge). 24-hour room service. Concierge service. Laundry/dry cleaning service.
Room info
200 spacious deluxe rooms and 150 1-bedroom and junior suites on 40 floors in 1 building with x lifts. All with air-conditioning, high definition LCD TV, mini bar, tea/coffee maker, hairdryer, iron and board. All rooms feature the hotel’s signature zebra chair and zebra bathrobes. 1-bedroom and junior suites as above with Lake Michigan views also available. Kid-Friendly rooms as above with family-themed décor, Wii gaming system, children’s books, beanbags, Crayola bath products and chalk board with dust-free chalk. Deluxe rooms with 2 queen beds, sleep max 4 people. 1-bedroom and junior suites with 1 king size bed and sofa bed sleep max 4 people.