Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL, USSee what's available
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About this property
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is a 4-star Hilton property located in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. This 1,641-room hotel sits just a 3-minute walk from Millennium Park and 5 minutes on foot from the Art Institute of Chicago, positioning guests steps away from the city's major cultural attractions. With 56 suites among its accommodations, the property caters to both leisure and business travelers seeking central downtown access.
Guest rooms feature minibars, pillowtop beds dressed in premium linens, and cable television alongside video-game consoles for entertainment. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. The property earned a 4.2 out of 5 guest comfort rating, reflecting the quality of its accommodations.
Dining options include an on-site restaurant and a coffee shop/café. A bar/lounge serves cocktails and beverages, while weekday breakfasts are available for purchase between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. One restaurant and one bar/lounge are available to guests.
Recreational and wellness amenities include a full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, and facials. The hotel maintains a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool, and on-site bicycle rentals. Additional services encompass concierge support, gift shops, and a banquet hall totaling 130,000 square feet of conference space across 77 meeting rooms. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, meeting spaces, dining facilities, and pool amenities.
Chicago's public transportation is immediately accessible—inexpensive ''L'' (subway) service to O'Hare and Midway airports is steps away, and Union Station is 6 blocks distant. Cloud Gate is 0.3 miles away, and Willis Tower is 0.6 miles from the hotel. The property holds a 4.1 out of 5 overall rating across 1,705 guest reviews.
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to midnight; check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets up to 75 pounds are welcome, and service animals are permitted without fees or restrictions. Self-parking and valet parking are available for a surcharge, and electric car charging stations are on site.
Location & nearby attractions
State Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
CIBC Theatre - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Grant Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Millennium Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Art Institute of Chicago - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Chicago Symphony Orchestra - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Michigan Avenue - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Daley Plaza - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chicago Cultural Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chicago Theatre - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Cloud Gate - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
James M. Nederlander Theatre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Goodman Theater - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Chicago Board of Trade Building - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Auditorium Building and Theatre - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
The nearest airports are:
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 20.1 km / 12.5 mi
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 30.6 km / 19 mi
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 43 km / 26.7 mi
The preferred airport for Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Inexpensive ''L'' (subway) service to O''Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW) steps away. 6 blocks from Union Station
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests are recommended to download the property's Hilton Honors mobile app before check-in. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
Fees & policies
- You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $29.73 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Internet access We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately $15 to 30 per person Covered self parking fee: $57 per night (in/out privileges) Covered valet parking fee: $85 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $75 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) Refrigerator fee: $40 per stay Rollaway bed fee: $55 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Palmer House a Hilton Hotel located?
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is located at 17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL, US.
What attractions are near Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. State Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi CIBC Theatre - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Grant Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Millennium Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Art Institute of Chicago - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Chicago Symphony Orchestra - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Michigan Avenue - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Daley Plaza - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Chicago Cultural Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Chicago Theatre - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi Cloud Gate - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi James M. Nederlander Theatre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Goodman Theater - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Chicago Board of Trade Building - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Auditorium Building and Theatre - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi The nearest airports are: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 20.1 km / 12.5 mi Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 30.6 km / 19 mi Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 43 km / 26.7 mi The preferred airport for Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
How do I get to Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Inexpensive ''L'' (subway) service to O''Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW) steps away. 6 blocks from Union Station Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. To-go breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
What amenities does Palmer House a Hilton Hotel offer?
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Pool, Gym, Restaurant, Spa, Pet Friendly.
What are the rooms like at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Make yourself at home in one of the 1641 guestrooms featuring minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Cable programming along with video-game consoles are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Is Palmer House a Hilton Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is pet-friendly.
What fees should I know about at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $29.73 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Internet access We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately $15 to 30 per person Covered self parking fee: $57 per night (in/out privileges) Covered valet parking fee: $85 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $75 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) Refrigerator fee: $40 per stay Rollaway bed fee: $55 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. Parking height restrictions apply. Contactless check-out is available. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).