What People Are Saying About Sofitel Chicago Water Tower

Featured Review

Elisa Kronish

Contributor

The Scene – Architectural critics have lauded the elegant geometry of this building. The interior is equally impressive. From the "bonjour" you hear upon entering to the reception desk's red velvet backdrop to the exotic flowers that fill myriad vases, you'll know every detail was carefully planned. The sleek, sexy lobby invites lounging with comfy couches, warm colors, sensual music and oversized candles. High-strung business travelers should find it easy to unwind with a martini in the L.A.-chic bar off the lobby. Take note of the chameleon floor lights and twinkling staircase.…

Editor's Tips

Know Before You Go:
Pets that are 20 pounds or less are allowed at the hotel free of charge.
The Extras:
Amenities for business travelers include a business center, fax machines, typing services and in-room high-speed Internet lines.
Bonus:
Receive Frequent Flyer miles and special privileges with the Sofitel Privileged guest card.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “Most comfortable bed ever!”
  2. “When we arrived in our room, there was a vase of fresh red roses, soft music playing on the stereo and a ceiling to floor view of the city!”
  3. “The location is perfect,just a block from Water Tower Place.”
  4. “The view from our room was amazing and the bed was to die for.”
  5. “The beds are SO comfortable, the bathroom.”
  6. “nice place, good location”
  7. “Our suite was beautiful with many ammenities, including a very comfortable feather bed and down comforter.”
  8. “The bar in the restaurant (cafe architects) has a nice, modern atmosphere with interesting lighting (very expensive drinks, but the goat cheese apetizer was great).”
  9. “Good location, great hotel.”
  10. “Nice room amenities, nice view, good location.”
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. “The French Restaurant has delicious desserts.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “When you order coffee, they bring a french press to your table.”
  2. “The bar in the restaurant (cafe architects) has a nice, modern atmosphere with interesting lighting (very expensive drinks, but the goat cheese apetizer was great).”
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. “The food and service was excellent.”
  2. “When we arrived in our room, there was a vase of fresh red roses, soft music playing on the stereo and a ceiling to floor view of the city!”
  3. “Oh, and don't forget to order the basket of French pastries in the morning!”
  4. “The French Restaurant has delicious desserts.”
  5. “The croissant are as authentic as they get in America!”
  6. “The service throughout our stay was top notch and the food at the hotel was very good, especially the fresh baked croissants and pastries served for breakfast.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “nice place, good location”
service
100.0% positive
  1. “The service throughout our stay was top notch and the food at the hotel was very good, especially the fresh baked croissants and pastries served for breakfast.”
  2. “We did have to remind the front desk staff a few times about a welcome gift we were supposed to receive but everything else was great.”
  3. “The hotel is beautiful and the staff is very polite--almost too polite sometimes.”
  4. “Beautiful hotel, terrific staff !”
  5. “The food and service was excellent.”
  6. “The service is wonderful!”
value
50.0% positive
  1. “The bar in the restaurant (cafe architects) has a nice, modern atmosphere with interesting lighting (very expensive drinks, but the goat cheese apetizer was great).”
  2. “Everything is somewhat pricey, but certainly well deserved.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/07/11

Great hotel BUT..

by GeorgeEvelyn1978

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/18/09

Excellent hotel with a great neighborhood

by nutellajar

My family of 3 ( 4yr old boy ) stayed for 5 nights in Aug. Absolutely loved it. Service was top notched. 2 blocks in Michigan Ave, but still felt a quiet place because there wasn't too many hotels close by. I loved the convenience of a grocery store around the corner ( Potash bros) and access to 4 Starbucks within a 2 block radius. The temple cafe is 90 feet away. Great diner for brunch. The French Restaurant has delicious desserts. this is the favorite place to stay in Chicago.

  • Pros: great location to shopping and a local grocery store
  • Cons: none
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/13/09

Best Service in Chicago

by DGX

Let's just say I had a bit of a personal crisis and the hotel staff actually stepped in and made my life so much easier. I will never forget my service and stay at the sofitel!

  • Pros: Don't go anywhere else
  • Cons: 0
4 Star Rating: Recommended

04/02/09

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/07/09

Far and away the best hotel in Chicago- maybe the world

by writeon1

For a few years, my boyfriend and I have had standing reservations at the Sofitel on New Year's Eve and each time, I have been freshly impressed and excited to stay there. EVERYTHING is perfect...from the architecture of the building, to the views, to the temperature, to the service, to the pristine bedding, it is simply the model of European simplicity and sophistication. My boyfriend lived in France and I am a Chicago native with a European upbringing and I have to say that this hotel lives up to and exceeds our expectations each time we go. Additionally, long before I met him, I had been visiting the Sofitel bar for drinks with friends. Everything is somewhat pricey, but certainly well deserved. I would stay there for weeks on end if I could afford it. Oh, and don't forget to order the basket of French pastries in the morning! The croissant are as authentic as they get in America!

  • Pros: The height of European civility and sophistication
  • Cons: None

The Details on Sofitel Chicago Water Tower

Place Categories:

  • beautiful hotel
  • great everything
  • good location
  • comfortable feather bed
  • nice view
  • favorite place
  • terrific staff
  • very good food
  • helpful hotel employee
  • wonderful service
  • fresh baked croissants
  • great goat cheese apetizer
  • authentic croissant
  • interesting lighting
  • nice modern atmosphere
  • order coffee
  • fresh pastries
  • beautiful suite
  • fresh red roses
  • wonderful nights
  • great neighborhood
  • truly enjoyed stays
  • order basket
  • delicious desserts
  • very comfortable down comforter
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