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They are inspected thoroughly on a regular basis to ensure our exacting standards are continually exceeded. However,
some hotels within their category offer particularly appropriate facilities, services or location for Virgin Holidays'
customers - so we have marked them out as Virgin Holidays Favourites.
This Favourites hotel includes:
Free local calls
Late check out until 2pm
Complimentary Car Parking
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Virgin Holidays View
This recently renovated hotel offers stylish accommodation and excellent facilities in a central location. Take the hotel's free shuttle to the 'Magnificent Mile' for a day of shopping, then relax by the rooftop pool admiring the spectacular views over Grant Park and Lake Michigan!
Where is it?
On Michigan Avenue, opposite Grant Park. Close to Lake Michigan and the 'Magnificent Mile' with easy access to the Loop (overground metro). Transfer time from airport: 30 min.
Facilities
Tribute restaurant (breakfast, lunch and dinner; contemporary American fare). Room service. Rooftop swimming pool with retractable roof and garden terrace for sunbathing. Comprehensive fitness centre. Internet access. 24-hour valet parking. Free shuttle to North Michigan Avenue shopping and other popular spots. Sports tickets can be arranged through the hotel for popular events such as basketball and American football (subject to availability and additional cost).
Room info
254 rooms on 15 floors in 1 building with 2 lifts. All rooms feature a colorful décor, air-conditioning, cable TV, LCD flatscreen TVs, free wireless Internet, sleek desks with ergonomic seating, coffee/tea service, refrigerators and alarm clock radios with iPod/MP3 capability, hairdryer, iron and board. Standard Rooms with 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping max 4 persons.