If you are heading to Chicago, you’ll most likely be looking for a place to stay in the city but what happens when you don’t just want a regular hotel? This post is for you, if you’re looking for some of the best cool and unique boutique hotels in Chicago, located in well situated neighbourhoods that are in easy reach of points of interest, restaurants and with good transport links. 

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This guide features some of the best cool and unique hotels, we researched for our own trip to Chicago in some of the desired neighbourhoods for visitors to the Windy City. Some may be a larger international brand but they still have that quirky boutique hotel vibe. Read on to find out more.

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To be completely transparent, during our visit to Chicago, we’ve stayed at the Hoxton in Fulton Market as well as Hotel EMC2 in Streeterville, which have been included as a spotlight features in this article. The other hotels are those we had on our Iists when researching the cool and trendy hotel options in different neighbourhoods in Chicago. 

Chicago truly has a wonderful range of hotels to suit all kinds of budgets for travellers, right from ultra chic luxury boutique hotels to affordable and great value. This article contains some of our short listed. This may sound a little odd if you haven’t visited the United States of America before, as in Europe boutique hotels can be as small as four to five rooms. All of these hotels are well located to explore the city at great depth with details included in our City Guide and not to miss photo spots in Chicago

What are Cool & Unique Boutique Hotels?

It’s good to note that in general boutique hotels are on a lot smaller scale than the usual hotels in the United States. In Europe, we’re used to smaller boutiques but in the US, they usually have around 150-200 rooms. 

We tend to opt for boutique hotels to experience a more individualised and intimate style of service as well as surroundings. If you are also looking for the smaller and finer details such as a concierge service which makes you feel more looked after, then boutique hotels generally deliver well on these. 

The hotels that we have picked here all have the same interesting cool or trendy features that set them apart from regular places to stay in the city. For example, the artworks they display, the murals on their bedroom walls which have been painted by local street artists, Some have quirky furniture finds or even a theme altogether. Service and hospitality are always a priority for us though, no matter how fun and quirky they are. 

Where is the Best Place in Chicago to Stay For Visitors?

In our experience many of the hotels are located around West loop, very hip and trendy,  which is a 20 minute walk to the downtown district itself including River North or Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park and even Streeterville. No matter where you stay, remember to take advantage of seeing the city with some very unique tours that provide an informative insight into The Windy City.

Map of Featured Hotels 

How to use map:  Click on the map below to reveal a link to the interactive map on Chicago, which also features the below mentioned cool and unique boutique hotels as well as points of interest and more.

Cool & Unique Hotels By Neighbourhood

Here is a line up of boutique hotels, we’ve listed by neighbourhood with all the important details you’ll need to know before making a final choice on where to stay in Chicago.

Fulton Market, West Loop Neighbourhood

Our hotel, The Hoxton was located a couple of minutes walk from the Time Out Market in West Loop, This is a pretty cool and  hip ex industrial area which has had a major make over and is now filled with warehouse style buildings and is home to many incentives. It has a wonderful dining scene with international eateries as well as boutiques and a wonderful nightlife scene, It’s a great place to walk around and take photos.

This neighbourhood is perfect for those who don’t mind walking 20 minutes or so to the Downtown district, or a five minute “L” ride, love loft style architecture, enjoy being around great boutique shops, foodie markets and some of the cities best restaurants and cocktail bars.

Try this activity in and around Fulton Market

Chicago: Fulton Market Donut Adventure with Tastings – This two hour tour guided tour is great for donut lovers and incorporates a number of tastings as as well as the history of Fulton Market, West Loop.

Related Article: 5 of the most unique tours in Chicago for first-time visitors

The Hoxton (Hotel Spotlight)

Style: Mid-Range Reimagined Warehouse Chic, cool, hip, trendy.

If you’re familiar with The Hoxton brand, you’ll be aware of their concept of open house hotels, inspired by streets and scenes that surround the location. They are rooted in  culture and include the community which is why each of their hotels are created as a reflection of the neighbourhood they are situated in.

The Hoxton is located in one of our favourite parts of town, Fulton Market, West Loop, the Hoxton is a hotel that is lively and full of life right in the heart of many restaurants, bars, cafes, boutiques, the famous Time Out Market as well as plentiful lofts. You’ll see plenty of young professionals, creatives and small families in this neighbourhood.

The Hoxton has 182 hotel rooms ranging from Snug through to Roomy. All with mid century furnishings, modern bathrooms, and warehouse style floor to ceiling windows with great views! We particularly love the retro black Marshall telephones. Stencil wallpaper accent walls, Blank bath products, which are made exclusively for the Hoxton and available at The Hoxshop, and of course their floor to ceiling windows, if you opt for a Roomy like us! Totally Worth it!

Rooms also come with hot drinks making facilities with milk and drinking water in the mini refrigerator under the desk unit. All the usual mod cons are in rooms as well as WIFI throughout the hotel.

The lobby is where things are the busiest. Comfy sofas, a fully staffed desk, bike hire stations, coffee tables with chair clusters and an inviting fireplace! It’s the perfect place to meet friends or just wait for transplant and plan out your day ahead. You even get a view of the ‘L’ trains going past every few minutes, from the windows above the bar area.

The Hoxton Chicago also has conference facilities as well as a co-working space, which is perfect for business visitors or locals wishing to get some work done iin between meetings.

Just off the lobby, there’s  the modern, Mediterranean restaurant, Cira that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. At weekends it’s also a very busy spot for brunch with a DJ hitting the decks as locals and guests enjoy a full brunch menu.

Cafe Cira is a coffee bar close to the entrance where you can grab a coffee to go as well as a number of delicious fresh pastries. Don’t miss the cinnamon swirl buns! It’s open from around 07:00 till 23:00.

The rooftop restaurant La Cabra is a Peruvian cevicheria by Chef Stephanie Izard, It is a wonderful date night or friends affair place and this is where you’ll most certainly see the cool crowd. It’s beautifully decorated with green foliages, bright colours, raffia accents and feels very light and airy. 

For a fun chilled evening head to the speakeasy bar, Lazy Bird in the basement. There is also a coffee shop on the ground floor lobby where guests can pick up  a range of hot and cold beverages and pastries.

Related Article: Where to eat the best vegetarian friendly food in Chicago

In the summer months, guests can head to the rooftop pool which has wonderful views of the city and they serve light bites as well as cocktails while you cool off with a dip in the pool or take to sunloungers to top up that city tan!

The Details

• Street Address: 200 North Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607 I Tel +13127611700.
• Find it Here: Map Location.
• The Details: Check-in: 14:00 Check-out: 12:00.
• Breakfast Options:Breakfast: Not included but available to purchase at Cira Eatery & Coffee Bar.
• Family-Friendly: More targeted towards adults but older children would be ok.
• Dog-Friendly: Yes, there is no charge for dogs to stay, but any damages will incur a charge.
• Parking: Valet parking is $75 overnight. Public parking available just north of the hotel.
• Price: $$.

Quirky Hotel Features: The Hoxton is also one of the very cool places to take pictures in Chicago, with its fun decor vibe, La Cabra rooftop bar and weekend brunch DJ set. The rooms are comfortable with cool finishings like the retro telephone and Marshall radios. The location is perfect, just a two minutes walk to Morgan train station and is in close proximity to the best foodie spots, bars and cafes.

Hotel Chicago, West Loop

Style: Great-value, a haven of comfort and style.

This is most definitely a budget friendly hotel with a difference. Not only are the rooms comfortable and cosy for a great nights sleep but you’ll be staying inside an art gallery right in the heart of where all the good and fun stuff in Chicago is happening. 

All guests receive a warm friendly welcome at art centric Hotel Chicago, who have earnt the accolade of being ‘one of the top ten affordable hotels in Chicago according to USA Today.

The 116 guest rooms come in five options including King Deluxe, Queen Deluxe, Bunk Beds, Single Full and a petite suite so there is plenty of choice. All rooms come complete with the usually mod cons such as flat screen TVs, hairdryers, Cable TV, Keurig coffee maker, microwave and fridge as well as as Beekman bath products.

Of course WIFI is available throughout. Although there are no dining options in the hotel, staff are very happy to recommend some fantastic options in the vicinity which are literally just a few steps away. West Loop has a great dining scene in the form of restaurants to suit all budgets, the Time out Market as well as lovely bars.

One of the most distinguishing features about Hotel Chicago West Loop is that since spring 2018, The Annex | Murals, has been an ongoing bi annual initiative designed to feature works by Chicago based street artists in the guest rooms. Works by  Asend, he also did the Carnivale, ‘Love Always Wins, Elloo, Josh Grotto, Brandin Hurley, JC Rivera, and many more.

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The Details

• Street Address: 1622 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60612 I Tel. +1 312 2432 900.
• Find it Here: Map Location.
• The Details: Check-in: 16:00 Check-out: 12:00.
• Breakfast Included: No dining Options but eateries are recommended by the hotel.
• Family-Friendly: Yes cool rooms with bunk beds available. 
• Dog-Friendly: Yes. one dog/pet up to 25 lbs for an additional fee of $50 per stay.
• Parking: Hotel has a parking lot charged at $25 a night.
• Price $/$$.

Quirky Hotel Features: Hotel Chicago has a brilliant location. We particularly love the mural artworks in rooms completed by local street artists. This is a budget friendly hotel that delivers on service yet doesn’t feel like its compromising on quality and hospitality. 

River North Neighbourhood

One of our favoutiye neighbourhoods to hang out in, River North as the name suggest is located in the North of Chicago and is packed full of former warehouses converted into art galleries and studios. It has the Chicago River winding right through it with the Marina Towers on one side and a skyline full of Skyscrapers which makes it quite the photogenic spot during the day but also after dark with the twinkling lights. 

It’s a fine mix of green spaces as well as skyscraper haven with notable architecture such as the famous Wrigley Building as well as some fine eateries, bars and nightlife spots. If you fancy trying the Deep Dish pizza, Giordano’s is based here. 

River North neighbourhood is perfect for those that like a spot of business district vibes with great places to eat out, go out as well as those who love culture in the form of art. 

Try these activities in and around River North

The Moxy

Style: Great Value, stylish, bold, playful and fun decor.

Moxy Hotels is Marriott hotels innovative pocket friendly brand. This 156 bedroom hotel, with three room options with the ‘inner circle’ rooms facing an inner art installation, perfect for the instagram crowd!! 

Rooms are very trendy and cool with exposed hanging rails, fun artwork as well as kitsch telephones and accessories. 

Dining options include a top rated taco counter at River North Zombie Taco or delicious cocktails at Bar Moxy. Grab ‘n go items are available for breakfast at 7 am. Tacos are served on the outdoor patio which is a super cool touch but guests can also purchase breakfast here.

The playful feel of the hotel lobby with board games and the like is a super cool touch. Guests are offered free cocktail vouchers at Bar Moxy upon check-in.

The time saving feature of checking in at the bar area is a really cool and quick way to get straight to your room and start the fun in Chicago. 

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The Details 

• Street Address: 530 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654 I Tel. +1 312 527 7200.
• Find it Here: Map Location.
• Details: Check-in time: 16:00 Check-out time: 11:00.
• Breakfast Included: No, Grab & Go items are available from 07:00 as well as breakfast at the onside restaurant, Zombie Taco, also open from 07:00.
• Family-Friendly: Although targeted towards the younger adult crowd this place most definitely can be family friendly with its cool communal games and playful vibe.
• Dog-Friendly: Yes, 40 lbs max per room with USD 10 of fee donated to the Chicago Anti-Cruelty Society, 
• Parking: Available at 401 North Wells Street for $49/night.
• Price: $/$$.

Quirky Hotel Features: Trendy, hip vibes, bedroom style and fuss free amenities, make this a fun and great value stay option. The outdoor terrace is a welcome touch in the summer months. Zombie Taco is known in the area for making some pretty mean taco options. The location is perfect to get onto the Riverwalk as well as accessing fun galleries and bars. There are also places to work in the communal Lobby space.

ALOFT Chicago Downtown River North 

Style: Mid-range, contemporary, modern.

Part of the Marriott International Bonvoy program, ALOFT has a number of locations in Chicago but the River North one is perfect for visitors to the city. The 272 room modern contemporary style hotel has a bright and colourful lobby as well as a huge range of room options including accessible rooms and rooms with city views, corner abodes as well as city skyline views.

Guest rooms have floor to ceiling windows, an ergonomic desk space, mini fridge,  WIFI throughout as well as neutral lines with statement colour pop chairs and cushions.

When it comes to sustenance, guest can enjoy in room dining or grab and go options. Just off the lobby is Beatrix, a welcoming restaurant that’s open throughout the day. Beatrix offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch or cocktails which are especially great during happy hours. It’s open from 07:00 to 22:00 daily. Beatrix also has a coffee and bakery counter which is perfect for some grab and go items if you’re in a hurry and the W XYZ® BAR

American Bar, where guests can enjoy a game of pool and lounge in the loft inspired space with a hand crafted cocktail. It boasts a large wine list as well as fresh fruit juices. 

There is also a fitness centre should you wish to stay in shape whilst your break. 

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The Details

• Street Address: 515 North  Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654 I Tel. +1 312 661 1000.
• Find It Here: Map Location:
• Details: Check-in time: 15:00. Check-out time: 12:00.
• Breakfast Included: No but breakfast is available at inhouse restaurant Beatrix.
• Family-Friendly: Yes, there are rooms that accommodate 4 guests, perfect for families.
• Dog-Friendly: Yes, dogs under 40 pounds can stay in designated rooms for no fee.
• Parking: No onsite parking but Off-Site self parking is parking available at  Greenway 0.2 Miles away. Valet parking is charged at $69 per day.
• Price: $$

Quirky Hotel Features: The lobby is vibrant and colourful. Beatrix is a wonderful addition to the hotel for all day dining options. The Bar is also a great fun place to hangout with friends and the communal workspaces are very useful.

The Loop (Downtown) Neighbourhood

The Loop officially known as Chicago’s Downtown with boundaries spanning from the Chicago River, North and West, Ida B. Wells Drive, South, through to  Lake Michigan, East. The area encompasses everything any visitor would need in a city from shopping on State Street to cultural attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago and the Chicago Cultural Centre. This is also where you’ll find the theatre district, fantastic restaurants, Millennium Park and The Bean, Willis Tower. The Chicago Picasso, the Lakefront Trail and access to the Riverwalk. This is really as good as it gets if you like being centre of all the hustle and bustle. 

The Loop is also where most of the “L” lines meet and literally create an oblong route to transport across the city.

The Loop neighbourhood is great for those who don’t mind the busy nature of being right in the heart of the city surrounded by shops, restaurants, skyscrapers as well as the busy financial district. If you prefer not to take the “L” or public transport then you can pretty much walk to all the points of interest in the city except a few of the neighbourhoods. 

Try these activities in and around River North

Staypineapple, an Iconic Hotel, The Loop Chicago

Style: Great Value, Mid-century, fun quirky and eclectic.

Having stayed at a Staypineapple Hotel in Boston, we know exactly what this super cool brand is all about!

All 122 company rooms and suites have historic touches original to the building while also offering every modern amenity: high definition 50 inch flat screen TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, ipod docks, and mini fridges. There are also luxurious toiletries and signature yellow Staypineapple branded light-weight bathrobes.

When it comes to snacks, all you have to do is ask ‘An Everything Person’ and they can direct you to the sweet, salty or savoury snacks as well as craft beer and other drinks.

For something a little more substantial from breakfast, lunch, dinner as well as inbetween eats head just a few steps from the lobby to Staypineapple’s, Atwood. ​​A bar and kitchen featuring bespoke cocktails and seasonal American fare. They open from 07:00 right through to 23:00 and have menus fro breakfast, all day, the bar and pineapple hour!

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The Details

• Street Address: 1 West  Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602 I Tel. +1 312 940 7997.

• Find it Here: Map Location:
• Details: Check-in time: 16:00. Check-out time: 12:00.
• Breakfast Included:  No, but available at Atwood restaurant from 07:00 daily.
• Family-Friendly: Yes larger room available although predominantly adults.
• Dog-Friendly: Yes, they have a Pup package including water bowls and a bed plus extras.
• Parking: Should be discussed with hotel prior to stay as Green zone parking is available for $2.00 but it is pretty out of town.
• Price: $.

If you like to stay in shape during your visit, head to their fully equipped fitness centre.

Quirky Hotel Features: We adore the afternoon pineapple sugar coffees, the yellow robes, inhouse toiletries and in room amenities. The refillable PATH water bottle at reception, Cloud, naked feel, duvets, bike hire plus a water bar in the lobby.

CitizenM Chicago Downtown Hotel

Style: Upper end of Mid-Range. Hybrid style, great to work and for business as well as sleeping and relaxing.

This 280 room hotel split over ten floors fits in well with its surroundings of Downtown skyscrapers! The colourful lobby area with occasional foliage, pops of orange and yellow and is filled with artwork, mood lighting and sofas but with a contemporary feel against the glass windows of the building. 

There are open work spaces and chill out zones that blend seamlessly with the interiors of the hotel style.

Guest rooms come in a wide range of options and feature clean white linens with dark grey headboards and orangey red circular bottomed chairs. They also feature the usual mod cons such as flat screen TV’s mini fridges, safes, super fast WIFI throughout, luxurious toiletries and power showers. 

The hotel has a gym, lots of working spaces and breakout zones as well as a bar for beverages and snacks, The M Canteen. There is also an all day restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, 

There is an onsite fitness centre as well as business centre with conferencing facilities.

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The Details

• Street Address: 80 East Wacker Pl, Chicago, IL 60601 i Tel. +1 312 248 7455.
• Find it Here: Map Location.
• Details: Check-in time: 14:00. Check-out time: 11:00.
• Breakfast Included: No, but cna be purchased at the in-house  restaurant from 06:00 -11:00 daily.
• Family-Friendly: Yes there are a range of room sizes to accommodate families.
• Dog-Friendly: No only service dogs are permitted.
• Parking: Parking is not offered here but there are self park lots close by. 
• Price: $$. 

Quirky Hotel Features: The lobby artwork and vibrant work spaces are really refreshing and inviting. It has a dark wood shelving area which is filled with art, foliage, multi colour vases and little curios which give it a home away from home feel. The art curator has done a wonderful job in bringing together the theme and ethos of the brand. We also love the work spaces and how minimal they are. 

Streeterville Neighbourhood

This is another popular neighbourhood that visitors to the windy city tend to choose. It’s situated right on Lake Shore Drive and is perfect for those who love to shop and eat as there are truly dozens of fab eateries here. 

Streeterville, is home to the Navy Pier, Ohio Street Beach, Chicago Institute of Contemporary Art, 360 Chicago as well as the Chicago Riverwalk. It’s also not far from the upmarket God Coast area and Millennium Park.

The Streeterville neighbourhood is perfect for those who like to be close to the water, as well as great restaurants and enjoy cultural activities. 

Try these activities in and around Streeterville

Hotel EMC2 Autograph Collection (Hotel Spotlight)

Style: Luxury, yet classy forming an intersection between science and art, definitely a flair of Sci-fi about this hotel combined with impeccable quality design placement.

This 195 room hotel by Marriott Autograph Collection oozes style and character right in the midst of The Magazine Mile and many of the cities hotspots. The name Hotel EMC2 is a play on Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity, E=MC2.

Located within walking distance of not just many of the cities best shops and ateliers but also the Navy Pier and a whole host of delicious up market restaurants as well as local favourites. The 22-storey hotel (our queen room was situated on the 16th floor) is very unique and the epitomy of cool and unique boutique hotels in Chicago.

Hotel amenities include:  High speed Wi-Fi access, 24-hour fitness centre, 24 hour business centre on the second floor, Robotic Attendants called Cleo & Leo who take care of guest In-room dining needs (accessed via the TV menu) from the Albert, in house restaurant, Hotel EMC2 also hosts events and meetings to accommodate varying numbers of attendees

The exterior and lobby area have an air of futuristic metallic details which adds to the high end nature of the hotel. Keep an eye out for the science visionary artefacts in the lobby as well as the Leonardo da Vinci quote adjacent to the entrance that reads, ‘Study the science of art, Study the art of science, Develop your senses, learn how to see, Realise that everything connects, To everything else’.

Guest rooms come in King and Queen categories, with black and gold accents throughout and beautifully sci-fi inspired artwork on the walls. They are classy and elegant but with possibly a more masculine twist. Although somewhere we think the ladies will fancy too! Notably, we loved the brown Make-up flannel (if you know you know, ladies -this way none of that excess foundation can stain the early white towels). In-room toiletries come in full size bottles of Bigelow’s luxurious shampoo, conditioner, body wash attached to the shower cubicle., alongside smaller bottles of the body cream, which you pop in your handbag and re-use.

Windows span floor to ceiling with city views, probably the best white robes we’ve ever wrapped ourselves in after. along day of sights, ready to step into the uber classy gold accented open glass wet lab shower. Which incidentally forms a beautiful centre=piece in the room. Worry not as a deep blue curtain slides across from the clever wardrobe storage solution and covers the glass panel to give some privacy whilst you shower, should you need it.

The rooms turn the notch up with the addition of Amazon Alexa, Gramophone amplifiers, moveable workstations, Keurig® coffee machine with complimentary coffee and tea, mini-fridge, and hand-held steamers, just to mention a few in-room amenities to make your futuristic stroke science theme stay hit the bar high!

The beautiful Albert Restaurant, named after the great Albert Einstein in keeping with the hotels branding, specialising in Italian-American fare and is extremely photogenic and fanciful in its delicious foodie offerings. Note the gold accepts of the focal point that is the bar with artwork on the walls, high tables and regalr group seating on the floor of the restarants. The walls are perceived to look a little like. a library with dark wood drawer fascias and book spines.

The Albert serves breakfast daily, brunch at weekends, dinner and have a bar menu as well as offering private dining in a space close to the kitchen towards the back of the restaurant. The Archive Lounge specialises in Sicilian style pizza.

The hotels acclaimed Chef Stephen Chiappetti is from Chicago and has worked under some fantastic teams as well as training at the most prestigious colleges. His food is inspired by his Calabrian heritage.

We were kindly hosted for dinner one night and would thoroughly recommend a stay here should include an evening of dining. Although the menu changes seasonally, we’d thoroughly recommend Strawberry Fields to start, which a fine cocktail made with gin, select aperitif, strawberry and sweet vermouth. The Artichoke, which is fried with lemon gremolata and tossed with hot house rocket is alight starter option of a warm salad. For main, the four cheese ravioli is layered with a truffle cream sauce and drizzled with balsamic glaze. A rich and decadent main yet not to sickly. To end the chocolate soufflé cake is a wonderful way to top off The Albert experience. It’s a 72% flourless chocolate cake topped with a fresh berry salad and served with vanilla cream.

We also got a slice of the olive oil cake (made with pistachio, flowered honey, sweetened creams and orange curd) accompanied with whipped cream to take away. Delicious and moist, perfect with a tea the following day!

The Details

• Street Address: 228 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611 I Tel. +1 312 915 0000.
• Find it Here: Map Location:
• Details: Check-in time: 16:00. Check-out time: 12:00.
• Breakfast Included: No but can be purchased at The Albert Restaurant.
• Family-Friendly: Yes, free cots in room if required and interconnecting rooms.
• Dog-Friendly: 2 dogs allowed per room of any stay for a fee of $100 per stay.
• Parking: Valet parking at $65 per day or closest self-park is 233 East Erie Street, Chicago.
• Price: $$$.

Quirky Hotel Features: The lobby decor, sci-fi artwork, open lab glass showers and the utter design concept at Hotel EMC2 is simply exquisite. If you’re looking for a quirky, trendy, cool yet stylish hotel with a slight level of classic touch then it’s worth splashing out at this establishment, 

Cool and Unique Boutique Hotels in Chicago FAQ

How Affordable are the Suggested Hotels?

Almost all of the suggested hotels are at a mid range to good value price point making them pretty affordable for a city like Chicago.

Why Stay in a Boutique Hotel in Chicago?

Due to the fact that they have a much smaller number of rooms, boutique hotels give more of a personalised service and attention to detail. They also often have quite a unique style to them as well as other extras that large chains don’t always have the capacity for.

What are Some of the Best Boutique Hotels in Chicago?

Many of these have been included in this article. Although they are spin off brands from their parent companies, these properties have a unique character and personality about them. Our favourites are The Hoxton, Hotel Chicago, Moxy and Hotel EMC2.

Are Many Boutique Hotels in Chicago Sustainable?

Chicago is a city that has put great emphasis on sustainability and tourism, with many ways and initiatives to explore the city more sustainably. Many hotels do their bit by recycling, reducing water consumption via less room laundering of towels and sheets and have switched to having full size toiletries to reduce plastic use. The Hoxton in particular have a set Green agenda they are working towards attaining Green Key Certification for their hotels that don’t have it at present. They also work hard to prevent food waste in their dining outlets. In room milk and drinking water are provided in card cartons as opposed to plastic bottles. Staypineapple is another hotel brand we’ve included who place sustainability on their priority list complimentary refillable water bottles, responsible waste management systems and staff training programmes. Hotel EMC2 also plays great importance on less food waste as well as providing full size bath products which are refilled as per guest needs with rooms equipped with recycling bins.

Related Article: A Sustainable Guide To Chicago, How To Be More Mindful

Is Breakfast Included in Room Rates?

Generally unlike European and South East Asian hotels, breakfast is not included in the rate of the room. It is possible to purchase breakfast in their hotel eateries or there are restaurants they will happily recommend .

What are the Most Instagram Friendly Cool & Trendy Hotels in Chicago?

Although there are so many photogenic hotels in Chicago with rooftops, such as The Pendry and London House, the more trendy ones from our list above include:

• The Hoxton
• Hotel Chicago 
• Hotel EMC2

Cool and Unique Boutique Hotels in Chicago Round Up

This hotel guide is aimed to aid visitors who prefer a little more personalised service and a smaller environment to pick their ideal abode when in Chicago. It includes some of our top finds in some of Chicago’s most desired neighbourhoods for visitors. 

Whether you like a spot of luxury like the Hotel ECM2, a mid-range property, such as The Hoxton or are looking for a budget option like Staypineapple so you can spend more on attractions, Chicago can offer something for everyone. 

When selecting a hotel, decide on what attractions interest you in the city that will make narrowing your hotel list down, so much easier. 

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