Stayed here during the renovation of the rooms which will be fantastic but not until later in the year. In the meantime, construction noises during the day prohibit sleeping in and rerouting of the water pipes cause a 15 minute delay in hot water. The response from the staff with the water complaint was, "sorry, try turning the water on when you first get up". The rates are the same as the Hilton Suites and only $16 less than the Drake Hotel. The advantage here is the breakfast, social hour and the free internet, which is why I'll stay the week but it should be at a more reduced, discounted rate. The location is perfect, though at the north end of the MI mile. Good luck.

This hotel was far above my expectations. I booked as a package, air/hotel, and was unsure as what to expect. We arrived late and were "welcomed home" by the doorman. The registration staff accommodated our request for a certain size room withouth hesitation. The rooms were clean, large and quite comfy. Best sleep I had had in weeks. The hot/cold breakfast bar was kept neat, clean and filled with nummy breakfast goodies....healthy ones as well. The breakfast was topped off with a welcoming song by the breakfast staff. She is a woman on the road to success. The hotel offered a baggage checking area for us to leave our luggage while visiting the City. I will definitely return to this hotel and recommend it to all who visit Chicago.

Great Location, Nice Room, Helpful Staff, Good Breakfast. Had a 2 Room Suite - Lots of room. Alittle pricey, but I guess that's Chicago for ya! :)

This hotel was in a perfect location-a block from the Magnificent Mile and a block from Lakeshore. We will definitely stay here again!The food was pretty bland.

This is a nice extended-stay property that flies under the Marriott banner. Each room is basically a corporate apartment geared to people who may be staying in town for a few days or weeks. Some are like studio apartments, while some have closed-off bedrooms, but each guest room has a full kitchen in it.

Virtually unknown to most people, the Residence Inn has a good location only a block east of North Michigan Avenue. Opening in 1991, the property has 221 suites. After checking in at the front desk, take one of the two elevators to your room. The interiors are tastefully comfortable if a bit on the bland side.

Each guest room has one or two beds, a queen-size sofabed, cable TV, bathroom with minimal toiletries, and an open closet space facing the bathroom door. The large kitchen features a full-size refrigerator (NOT a little minibar) with icemaker. The fridge is empty so you can put anything in it (or you can have it stocked by the grocery shopping service if you are too busy). There is also a microwave, stove, coffee maker, and cabinets and drawers filled with dishes, glasses, pans and silverware. Yes, it is a regulation kitchen! Note that this is a limited-service property, so no endless room service here. After all, do you have 24-hour room service at your home? Whether you call it an apartment or suite, it is roomy enough to host a few guests for a little gathering.

All guests can enjoy the complimentary breakfast buffet on the lower level next to the front desk. As in most Residence Inns, there is a waffle grill with which you can make your very own waffle with a pre-measured cup of batter! Pick up a free newspaper and watch TV while you have breakfast, or get a table by the window for a slight view of Walton Place. Cocktail hours are held here on weekdays. If you eat too much, try the small fitness room. If you really need a swim, you can use the pool at the Marriott, which is about a mile away on Michigan Avenue.

Even if you are not staying for a long time, the Residence Inn is like your home away from home. It has a great location near many restaurants and tourist attractions, but it is just off the main drag so it is not a noisy area.