Astoria Chicago
Parisian Art Deco grand hotel — marble lobbies, silk-covered walls, hand-blown glass chandeliers, equestrian-inspired bar. Formal but warmed up by unusually attentive service.
Book a 60-minute spa treatment or longer and you get full access to the spa facilities all day — pool, steam room, sauna, terrace
Why It Matters
Holds a 2025 Michelin Key and Forbes Four Star rating. The 14,000 sq ft spa just won World Spa Awards North America's Best Hotel Spa 2025. Opened in 2009 and renovated in 2022, it's one of the Gold Coast's most recognizable luxury addresses — a quieter, more boutique alternative to the nearby Four Seasons.
The Waldorf Astoria Chicago is the kind of hotel that stops you in your tracks the moment you walk through the English courtyard. The marble lobby reads more like a museum than a hotel reception, with an Art Deco palette of black, white, and high polish that somehow avoids feeling cold. All 214 rooms are apartment-sized by Chicago standards, and the staff operates on a strict no-tipping policy — whether that's a brand policy or just Midwestern decency is up for debate.
Where You'll Stay
12 room types available
Astoria Suite – 1 King Bedroom, Two Fireplaces
1,360 sq ft with two fireplaces — this is the signature suite level. Large separate living and dining areas, full luxury furnishings, and the Art Deco design turned up to full volume.
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Astoria Suite – 2 King Bedrooms, Two Fireplaces
1,585 sq ft, two separate king bedrooms, two fireplaces. The two-bedroom configuration makes this work for families or two couples traveling together who want their own spaces.
Two Kings
Corner One Bedroom Terrace Suite with Fireplace
The corner positioning gives you wraparound views — 760 sq ft with terrace access and fireplace. The extra space makes a real difference here; this is where the hotel starts to feel genuinely special.
KingDeluxe King with Fireplace
A proper room upgrade — 480 sq ft with a fireplace, wet bar with refrigerator and microwave, and the full Parisian décor treatment. Queen sleeper sofa in some configurations. Hand-blown glass chandeliers overhead.
KingDeluxe Two Queen
580 sq ft, two queen beds — the family or friends-trip option. Generous for a city hotel. Full marble bathroom and the same Parisian decor found throughout the property.
Two QueensGold Coast Terrace Suite King Bed
855 sq ft named for the neighborhood itself. Terrace access with Gold Coast views. One of the larger non-signature suites — a clear tier up from the standard suites without reaching Astoria Suite prices.
KingJunior Suite with Fireplace
600 sq ft with a proper suite layout — separate sitting area and a fireplace. Sleeps up to 4. Good choice for an anniversary stay without going full presidential budget.
KingOne Bedroom Terrace Suite with Fireplace
660 sq ft with a private terrace. The full suite treatment — separate bedroom and living area, fireplace, and outdoor space with city views. Great for a long weekend.
KingPresidential Suite – 2 King Bedrooms with Fireplace
2,130 sq ft. Two king bedrooms, full living and dining areas, fireplaces. This is full-scale luxury — the kind of suite that makes the Waldorf Chicago feel like a genuinely grand hotel rather than just an upscale one.
Two KingsPresidential Suite – 3 King Bedrooms with Fireplace
The largest suite in the hotel at 2,790 sq ft. Three king bedrooms, multiple fireplaces, full living and dining suite. Sleeps 8. The kind of space usually reserved for heads of state or very good anniversaries.
Three KingsSuperior King
The entry-level room, but don't let that fool you — 375 sq ft is genuinely spacious by Chicago hotel standards. Floor-to-ceiling windows, Parisian-inspired décor with silk-covered walls, and marble bathroom.
KingTerrace King with Fireplace
Steps up from the Superior with a one-touch fireplace and access to a furnished outdoor terrace. Good views of the Chicago skyline. A solid pick if you're staying in winter and want that fireplace moment.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A curated tour of France's Champagne region through glasses — guided by the hotel's expert team, paired with refined bites, and exclusive to hotel guests. Available daily 5pm-7pm. Requires 48-hour advance notice.
State-of-the-art health club with modern cardio machines, free weights, and medicine balls. Complimentary for all hotel guests, open 24/7. Personal trainers on staff. In warmer months, outdoor programs at the lakefront — tai chi, yoga, and resist-a-ball sessions.
Heated indoor lap pool available to all hotel guests. Water aerobic classes available on request. Separate children's pool area. Open daily 6am-9pm.
Specialized fitness classes available through the health club. Book via the spa and health club reservation line.
Complimentary luxury house car for hotel guests, dropping within a one-mile radius of the hotel. First-come, first-served.
360° virtual tour of the hotel available online before your stay.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Unlimited access to thousands of newspapers and magazines from 120+ countries in 60+ languages. Complimentary for all guests.
2,294 sq ft Sinclair Ballroom plus eight named meeting rooms across the 3rd and 5th floors — Hemingway Salon, Fitzgerald Boardroom, Alcott Salon, and others. Popular for weddings and corporate events.
Dedicated personal concierge service for special occasions — floral arrangements, event planning, transportation, in-room amenities. Advance notice required.
Pets are welcome. Charges may apply. Hotel provides a plush dog bed for four-legged guests.
On-site valet parking at approximately $73/night.
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