ACME Hotel Company Chicago
Rock and roll boutique — artsy, tech-forward, approachable, irreverent. Feels like staying at a cool friend's very well-appointed loft rather than a polished corporate property.
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Why It Matters
Chicago's original independently-owned approachable boutique hotel. Consistent Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice winner (top 10, has reached #1 and #2). Part of Hilton's indie Outset Collection, which means Hilton Honors points without the Hilton vibe. Has its own award-winning cocktail bar (The Berkshire Room) and a legitimately fun apres-ski hot tub experience called Bunny Slope.
ACME is Chicago's original independently-owned approachable boutique hotel, planted squarely in River North, 2 blocks from the Magnificent Mile. Think rock and roll meets pop-art industrial — commission murals in the lobby, painted mannequins hanging in the light well, graffiti-covered stairwells by artist AMUSE. It earns serious street cred too: multiple Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice nods (reaching #1 and #2) and a top-5 spot on Travel + Leisure's Best City Hotels in Chicago list. Rates stay refreshingly affordable for a downtown hotel with this much personality.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
1 King Bed
The standard King is 208 sq ft — honest about being compact, but well-kitted out. Serta Suite Plush king, banquette for working or snacking, mini fridge, 55" TV, Klipsch Bluetooth speaker, rain shower, BeeKind amenities. No city view, but there's a cheeky art surprise out the window. Max 2 guests.
1 King (Serta Suite Plush)
1 King Bed Suite
The King Suite steps up to 404 sq ft with a separate living area, pull-out sofa, seating for 5, and city views. Two 55" TVs, wet bar with mini fridge and microwave, Klipsch Bluetooth speaker, rain shower, BeeKind bath products. The go-to for groups of 3-4 or anyone who wants space to breathe. Max 4 guests.
1 King (Serta Plush)1 Queen Bed with City View
The smallest room in the house at 200 sq ft, but the city views make up for the tight quarters. Serta Plush Queen bed, spa-inspired bathroom with rain shower and BeeKind products, mini fridge, Klipsch Bluetooth speaker, and 55" streaming TV. Free 300 Mbps Wi-Fi. Max 2 guests.
1 Queen (Serta Plush)
2 Queen Beds
At 320 sq ft this is the most spacious non-suite option — two Serta Plush Queens with room to actually move around. Wet bar with microwave and mini fridge, seating area, work desk, rain shower, BeeKind products. The view isn't the skyline, but there's Insta-worthy art eye-candy outside. Max 4 guests.
2 Queens (Serta Plush)
2 Queen Beds Suite
Same 404 sq ft footprint as the King Suite but sleeping for 6. Two Serta Plush Queens plus a separate living room with seating for 5, pull-out sofa, and city views. Amazon Echo Dot, two 55" TVs, wet bar, microwave, mini fridge, Klipsch Bluetooth speaker, rain shower, BeeKind products. Max 6 guests.
2 Queens (Serta Plush)The Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel is woven with commissioned local art. A large lobby mural by Nashville artist Brian Tull commissioned through Curly Tale Fine Art, graffiti-covered stairwells by Chicago street artist AMUSE, and the Bare Painted Ladies installation — mannequins painted by local artists visible from room windows. No guided tour, but it's worth exploring floor by floor.
Hotel guests get free access to the Bunny Slope apres-ski-themed hot tub space, 7am–9pm daily, using their room key card. Great for unwinding after a day out. Note: if a private party has booked the space, guest access is not available.
Some rooms and suites come with an ESP guitar already in the room — the hotel leans hard into the rock and roll theme. If your room doesn't have one, swing by the front desk and borrow one for free. Bowers & Wilkins headphones are included.
A proper gym on the lower level — treadmills and more, open 6am to 10pm. The hotel explicitly says this isn't a sad corporate fitness center.
The hotel actively curates and lists local events, concerts, and Chicago bucket list experiences on their site, and has an activity desk to help guests plan. Bi-weekly blog covers inside tips on Chicago neighborhoods, dining, and entertainment.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Most room types available in ADA-compliant configurations.
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi available throughout the property at 300 Mbps.
On-site gym on the lower level, open 6am–10pm daily.
Around-the-clock lobby pantry for snacks, drinks, and ACME merchandise including the coveted robes.
Klipsch Bluetooth speakers in all rooms. Some rooms and suites also include ESP guitars.
All rooms include 55" TVs for streaming personal content. Suites get two.
Pets allowed. $50 non-refundable fee applies.
Self-parking available nearby via SpotHero app. The hotel recommends pre-booking. No on-site valet.
There is no swimming pool on the property. The Bunny Slope hot tub is available for hotel guests.
No traditional spa on-site. The hotel offers a fitness center and the Bunny Slope hot tub experience, but no spa treatments.
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