The Drake

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140 East Walton Place Chicago, IL 60611-1501

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  • 06/05/202406/12/2024
  • 06/16/202406/21/2024
  • 06/30/202407/05/2024

Ratings

Northstar
4
AAA
4

Venue Highlights

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • View (urban)

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Business center

AV capabilities

  • Onsite AV staff

Recreational activities

  • Health club
  • Tennis courts

Venue accessibility

  • Bus
  • Subway
  • Taxi

Equipment

  • Dance floor
  • Loading dock

Getting Here

From the North/Northwest: Follow I-90/94 East towards Chicago. Exit at Ohio Street/ Exit # 50B (One-way Eastbound). Follow Ohio Street 3/4 mile to Michigan Avenue. Turn left (North) onto Michigan Avenue. Go eight blocks North, turn right at Delaware Street. Take first two left turns to circle the block and you will arrive at the main Walton Street entrance. From the East: Follow I-90/94 West towards Chicago, (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit at Ohio Street (One-way Eastbound). Follow Ohio Street 3/4 mile to Michigan Avenue. Turn left (North) onto Michigan Avenue. Go eight blocks North, turn right at Delaware Street. Take first two left turns to circle the block and you will arrive at the main Walton Street entrance. From the West: Follow I-88 East to I-290 East towards Chicago. I-290 becomes the Congress Parkway. Turn left onto Michigan Avenue. Go North on Michigan Avenue two miles and turn right onto Delaware Street. Take first two left turns to circle the block and you will arrive at the Walton Street entrance. From the South/Southwest: Follow I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) or I-57 North to I-94 West towards Chicago. Exit I-94 at Ohio Street (One-way Eastbound). Follow Ohio Street 3/4 mile to Michigan Avenue. Turn left (North) onto Michigan Avenue. Go eight blocks North, turn right at Delaware Street. Take first two left turns to circle the block and you will arrive at the main Walton Street entrance.

Parking

  • Paid parking$53.00 / day
  • Valet parking$75.00 / day

Distance from airport

  • 18 mi. from venue

The Drake Meeting Space

Total meeting space36,863 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms21
Largest room6,890 sq. ft.
Second largest room5,358 sq. ft.
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Floor plans

Guest Rooms

Total guest rooms535
Single (1 bed)13
Double (2 beds)91
Suites96

Local Attractions

John Hancock Observatory

Historical landmark
1 minute away
One Chicago´s most well-known buildings and the 12th tallest building in the world with 100 floors. Highly recommended visit: The Signature Room at the 95th offers diners exquisite food, superb service and a dazzling skyline view. Also at The Signature Lounge at the 96th you can enjoy one of the many specialty drinks from the extensive list of premium cocktails. The newest addition is the 360 Chicago Observation Deck featuring Tilt-- allowing you to "tilt" 1000 feet outward over the Magnificent Mile.

Willis Tower Skydeck

Historical landmark
2 mi. away
The former Sears Tower, is a 108-story, 1541-foot skyscraper. Willis Tower is the tallest building in the United States and the sixth-tallest freestanding structure in the world.
233 South Wacker
Chicago, IL

Oak Street Beach

Recreation
1 minute away
Just north of the Magnificent Mile and a quick walk through the Pedway from The Drake, this beach is a hotspot for summer visitors from around the world.

The Art Institute of Chicago

Museum
2 mi. away
A favorite of locals and visitors alike, the Art Institute one of the world´s most notable collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in its permanent collection.
111 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL

Museum of Contemporary Art

Museum
1 minute away
Just steps from The Drake, this museum offers exhibitions of the most thought-provoking art created since 1945.
220 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL

Navy Pier

Recreation
2 mi. away
A multi-million dollar convention, cultural and recreation center and Chicago´s most visited attraction. (Proximity: 1.39 miles/19 min by bus). Recommended: Chicago´s Children´s Museumat Navy Pier and a ride on its famous Ferris Wheel.
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL

Millenium Park

Park
2 mi. away
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, AT&T Plaza and Cloud Gate, Crown Fountain, Lurie Garden, McCormick Tribune Plaza & Ice Rink and Park Grill, BP Pedestrian Bridge, Harris Theater.
201 E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL

Shedd Aquarium

Recreation
3 mi. away
Strap a mask and flippers onto your imagination and chart a course to Shedd Aquarium. Have you ever gotten eye-to-eye with a dolphin? Or met a penguin on a stroll to the South Pole? Or immersed yourself in an Amazon flooded forest? At Shedd, it's all possible.
1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL, US 60605

More

The Drake Hotel, for over a century, has been known for its historic integrity, classic architecture, and ambiance while providing Real Chicago experiences. Recognized for a down-to-earth demeanor and meticulous expertise, planners return to The Drake Hotel for authentic experiences, a legacy of service culture, flexible pricing, and contract terms. Iconic spaces are accented with premier technological conveniences, branding opportunities, culinary acclaim, and curated resources. Marked by captivating Lake Michigan views and bustling metropolitan backdrops, each of 20+ meeting rooms, including two storied ballrooms, will set the stage to tell your story. HIGHLIGHTS: • Location: Overlooking Lake Michigan with direct access to Oak Street Beach, The Drake Hotel anchors the north end of The Magnificent Mile fashion district and illuminates Lake Shore Drive with its iconic, lavender marquee. A defining feature of the Chicago skyline and a warm welcome to your REAL CHICAGO experience in the heart of downtown Chicago. • Space Relationship: 36,863 sq. ft. of meeting space with preserved architecture and embellishments serve as a stunning backdrop to your event program with hosting capabilities of up to 600 attendees. 21 event rooms including 2 ballrooms and 19 meeting rooms. Unique venues onsite for consideration include the Camellia Room, Club International, and Palm Court. • Rest Easy: Plush comforts and thoughtful conveniences with dramatic views of Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue make settling into the windy city a breeze. 535 guestrooms comprised 49 suites, 54 executive level rooms, 141 deluxe rooms, 49 family rooms, and 242 standard guestrooms. Perhaps the most recognized suite, The Princess Diana Suite, served as the accommodations to The Princess of Wales during her Chicago visit in 1996. • Expert AV: Full-service, on-site audio-visual support expands your meeting capabilities with effortless media options. • Sustainability: Environmentally-friendly practices include Digital Key (contactless), Hilton LightStay, energy-efficient practices including our iconic marquee, lighting throughout the hotel, reduction of water waste, and reuse and recycling programs. • Renowned Culinary: The catering and events team will work with you to curate tailored menus alongside a distinguished culinary team and offer decorum suitable to your specific taste and style. • Legacy of Distinguished Service: Celebrating a century of internationally-acclaimed service and accommodations. The hotel cost $10 million dollars to build, including the land, building, and furnishings. 900 team members served its original 800 guest rooms. The Drake Hotel opened officially on New Year’s Eve 1920 with a gala dinner for over 2,000 of Chicago’s leading citizens. Soon after its inauguration, The Drake Hotel established a reputation as an urban resort of choice for the most prestigious and iconic celebrities, royalty, and dignitaries seeking an illustrious retreat. • Value: Ask about the value-added first quarter and seasonal event promotions. • Take a Virtual Tour: https://visitingmedia.com/tt8/?ttid=the-drake-hotel#/3d-model

Seasonality

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High season
May 1 – Oct 31
Shoulder season
Mar 1 – Apr 30
Low season
Nov 1 – Dec 31
Jan 1 – Feb 29

Additional Information

Reputable recognition of our service includes: - Condé Nast Traveler “Reader’s Top Chicago Hotels” - Elite Traveler " The 10 Best Hotels in Chicago" - Meetings Focus “Best of Mid-America” - Catering Executives “Best Venue”