Verified Reviews of The Drake
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Property"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I have a problem. I originally made reservations for one room. Then I called the hotel to add a room and request adjoining rooms. I didn’t realize that the number from google was not the hotel but a 3rd party provider. They charged me 500 per room more than the original reservation was for. What can be done e about this? Richard Alfano [email protected]. 484 524 5242. Richard A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
30-Apr-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 25 to Mon Apr 28 2025 at a $313.99 average nightly rate.
"Great Stay!!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Great Stay!!
Barbara S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Apr-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 11 to Sun Apr 13 2025 at a $282.99 average nightly rate.
"Peaceful, great customer service."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great hotel. The view of the city of lovely. The customer service was great. I enjoy my St Patrick weekend at The Drakes with my friends.
Imornie H. (Group coordinator, booked 4 rooms), from
19-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 15 to Sun Mar 16 2025 at a $216.99 average nightly rate.
"Two for two!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
This was the second time in as many years that a train delay required me to layover in Chicago. And on as many occasions The Drake has handled my rather short notice need exceptionally well! It is a GRAND Hotel with a rich history! The rooms are well furnished, the staff is excellent, close to downtown shopping and eateries and the atmosphere is magnificent, particularly during the holiday season, which, on both occasions, I stayed. I can't say enough great things about the hotel. Just let me say, instead of having to make an "emergency stay" there, next time I'll "plan" a stay. Also, a VERY special shout out to the young server at the Coq d'Or who picked up my jacket with my wallet in it and took it to hotel Security! You ABSOLUTELY saved my trip! I hope you are still there when I next return. I wish I remembered your name so I could make my thank you personal. He knows who he is and so I hope my THANK YOU reaches him!
David P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Jan-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jan 05 to Mon Jan 06 2025 at a $156.99 average nightly rate.
"Best hotel EVER for celebrating the Christmas Holidays."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The service was exemplary; everyone from the doorman to the waitresses to the maids was full of holiday cheer and graciousness. Your hotel itself was dressed up like a Currier and Ives painting; delightful to stroll through and enjoy the holiday exhibits. Since my sister lives across the street at 950 Michigan the Drake is where we'll stay whenever we return to Chicago. Congratulations for adding significantly to our best holiday stay ever.
Frank F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Jan-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Dec 29 to Fri Jan 03 2025 at a $295.99 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful Christmas decorations."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The hotel was clean, and the staff was very nice. Great Location
Jake G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
29-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Dec 26 to Fri Dec 27 2024 at a $208.99 average nightly rate.
"Iconic Hotel in a Great Location."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We were excited for our first real trip to Chicago. We’ve traveled extensively but never to this golden gem of the Midwest.Staying at The Drake was part of our excitement. It’s a grand ole beauty but is a little tired and could use a little pampering. Don’t let that keep you from staying here though, it’s still very beautiful and high tea was one of the highlights! One teeny suggestion I would make is, a full length mirror in each room.
Christie P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 15 to Mon Nov 18 2024 at a $242.25 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful place to stay!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I have been coming to The Drake over 25 years. I came every year in April to meet my friend from Indiana and we would stay in a room with two bathrooms. Loved it! We came on Friday and left on Sunday and loved having cocktails and later night drinks in the lounge Palm Court. Loved watching the dancing. I brought my husband this year and we have enjoyed our stay. Room 214 was very good!
Andrea T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Nov 05 to Thu Nov 07 2024 at a $456.10 average nightly rate.
"Horrible"
Overall Score1.0/ 5
The rooms smelt extremely like mold. The sofas were ripped and worn in both bedrooms. The beds and bedding were old and need to be replaced they had musty odor to them. Carpet needs to be replaced. Basically the rooms need everything yo be replaced. The staff was great! The lobby was beautiful but you get in elevator yo your room and it’s a different story once you get off elevator.
Deborah T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jul 12 to Sat Jul 13 2024 at a $274.99 average nightly rate.
"Very Good"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
View from room is great. Bed linens fine. Staff very good in Oak cafe and condor. Doorman very very helpful. Roberta Klein.
Roberta K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
05-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 03 to Fri Jul 05 2024 at a $203.99 average nightly rate.
"Hotel was clean, elegant and comfortable."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Hotel was clean, elegant, comfortable!
Tania M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
11-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 09 to Sun May 12 2024 at a $222.99 average nightly rate.
Summary of Verified Reviews
Customer Reviews of The Drake
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Property Description
The Drake Hotel: A Chicago Icon For Over 80 YearsWhether traveling to Chicago for business or pleasure, The Drake Hotel combines tradition with elegance to accommodate every need of our guests. The hotel holds 535 elegant rooms, including 74 luxurious suites.Hotel guests enjoy the ultimate in hospitality when dining in any of The Drake Hotel's four exquisite restaurants. From the ever-popular Coq d'Or, with its well-established Chicago clientele, to the award-winning The Cape Cod Room, Chicago's freshest seafood, and Drake Bros.', with unsurpassable views and more than just steaks. The Palm Court is the hotel's intimate afternoon tea room, serving luncheons, with daily live musical entertainment. Hotel facilities include a well-equipped Fitness Center, a fully staffed Business Center, and a number of arcade level specialty shops. The Drake is also within minutes of many Chicago sporting facilities, including biking, tennis, and beach volleyball.The perfect Chicago venue for meetings and events, The Drake Hotel provides two famous and full-size ballrooms, and the hotel can accommodate every type of event from intimate meetings to large conferences for up to 600 guests.
Amenities you and your pet will enjoy
Airport & Shuttle Information
Midway & Ohare
Airport Shuttle?
Sorry,
no airport shuttle available.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.
