Friday 7 June 2013

$135: 4-star Raffaello Hotel + Save now, Book by 08/31/2012

In Chicago, the rule for downtown real estate is the closer to Lake Michigan, the more posh the address. Enter the Raffaello Hotel, a four-star hotel just steps from the lake and Magnificent Mile with a Michelin-rated chef, in-room spa services, executive suites and a 24-hour business center. Blending old-world aesthetics with modern conveniences, the hotel manages luxury and intimacy while being near the downtown hub. Stepping into the vintage building just off the tourist drag, guests are more likely to feel like Gold Coast residents than tourists. Raffaello Hotel offers Drumbar, a rooftop speakeasy-style inside lounge and outdoor garden terrace, found in the 18th floor.

Walk to the Magnificent MileNext to the John Hancock CenterBoutique hotel with a 24-hour business center and rooftop sundeckUpscale Italian fare at PelagoSanctuary fitness center with Precor fitness equipment

Staying in this vintage building poses several advantages. The Raffaello Hotel offers rooms with high ceilings and architectural details for a unique, high-class vintage stay. Butterscotch-hued bedding and drapes match the walls, while high ceilings --painted stark white--stun with their beam construction. All rooms feature rainfall showerheads, Gilchrest and Soames amenities, 32-inch LCD TV, iHome and iPod players and 340-count linens. Rooms, which come in king, double double and suite versions are hard-wire and Wi-Fi enabled.

Any Chicagoan will encourage a newcomer to put dining and an architectural experience on the itinerary. At the Raffaello Hotel, both needs are satisfied thanks to Pelago, the upscale Italian seafood restaurant and the rooftop garden, which is open from late spring to late fall. From the sundeck, guests can take in glorious views of the skyline, including Navy Pier and the next door neighbor: the John Hancock Center.

O'Hare International Airport (18 miles)Midway Airport (12 miles)Closest train stops: Blue Line (Chicago to O'Hare) and Orange Line (Roosevelt to Midway)McCormick Place Convention Center (11 minutes)John Hancock CenterAmerican Girl PlaceMagnificent MileOak StreetNavy PierLake Michigan24-hour business center with computers and printer5 meeting roomsPolycom audiovisual conferencing equipmentCatering by Pelago RistoranteWi-Fi accessThe hotel charges $24 for each additional guest.Photo identification and credit card are required at check in for incidental charges. If you do not provide a credit card, a cash security deposit in the amount of $1,000 is required.The hotel will charge $54 for valet parking and $32 for self-parking.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.


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