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Waldorf Astoria Chicago

11 E. Walton, Chicago, IL, USA, 60611
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The iconic Waldorf Astoria Chicago, located in Downtown Chicago's premier Gold Coast neighborhood, boasts chateau-style architecture and is conveniently situated just steps away from Rush Street and a block from the renowned Magnificent Mile. You can choose from guest suites with cozy fireplaces and private terraces. Our dedicated personal concierge is always available to personalize your stay and ensure that all your needs are met. Additionally, you can enjoy a range of amenities, including a state-of-the-art Pilates studio, luxurious spa services, an inviting lap pool, and a multitude of dining options.

Venue Details

ChainHilton
BrandWaldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts
Built2009
Renovated2023
Total meeting space9,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms214
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Forbes Travel Guide

Awards

Industry awards
2023 Forbes 4 Star – Waldorf Astoria Chicago Forbes 4 Star – Waldorf Astoria Chicago Spa U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Hotels Rankings • Badge: Gold • #4 best hotel in Chicago • #4 best hotel in Illinois • #130 best hotel in the USA Good Housekeeping 2023 Family Travel Award – Convenient Downtown Hotel ---------- 2022 Travel + Leisure Best Award (Best Hotels in Chicago) AAA 4 Diamond Rating + Best of Housekeeping Award Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Wine Spectator Restaurant Award (Brass Tack) Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards 4 Stars Fodor’s Choice 2023 ---------- 2021 Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards Waldorf Astoria Chicago named #6 in Best Hotels in Chicago category Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards USA Today 10Best – Waldorf Astoria Chicago Spa & Health Club named #1 Best Spa in Chicago USA Today 10Best – Waldorf Astoria Chicago named #8 Best Romantic Hotel in Chicago U.S. News & World Report Best Hotel Rankings Best Hotels in the USA (Gold badge winner) Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards 4 Stars

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (3)

Sustainability Certifications
ISO 50001:2018

Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Expires: 9/25/2026
Sustainability Certifications
ISO 14001:2015

Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Expires: 9/25/2026
Sustainability Certifications
ISO 9001:2015

Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Expires: 9/25/2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
May 01 - Jun 30Dec 01 - Dec 15Sep 01 - Nov 15
Shoulder season
Apr 01 - Apr 30Jul 01 - Aug 31
Low season
Nov 16 - Nov 30Dec 16 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Mar 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
9,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,294 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
13
Second largest room
2,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Hollow square
2,294 sq. ft.
74 x 31 sq. ft.
15 ft.
230
46
200
230
210
129
46
52
1,800 sq. ft.
60 x 30 sq. ft.
12 ft.
200
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200
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460 sq. ft.
23 x 20 sq. ft.
15 ft.
40
20
40
40
40
27
16
28
924 sq. ft.
44 x 21 sq. ft.
15 ft.
100
36
80
100
100
30
40
42
720 sq. ft.
40 x 18 sq. ft.
12 ft.
30
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30
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770 sq. ft.
35 x 22 sq. ft.
15 ft.
60
24
50
60
60
30
22
30
775 sq. ft.
31 x 25 sq. ft.
15 ft.
60
24
50
60
60
30
22
30
880 sq. ft.
40 x 22 sq. ft.
12 ft.
80
33
70
80
40
33
33
36
1,044 sq. ft.
58 x 18 sq. ft.
11 ft.
100
40
80
100
85
42
48
44

Meeting room floor plans

3rd Floor Foyer
Fitzgerald Salon
Hemingway Salon
Faulkner Salon
Sinclair Ballroom - North
Sinclair Ballroom

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
214
Double (2 beds)
19
Suites
115
Tax rate
17.4%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 13 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $85.00/day )

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Oak Street
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Navy Pier
Navy Pier
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7 mins
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Millennium Park
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Cancellation Policy

72 hour cancellation policy

Additional details

2024 Michelin Guide – 1 Key Best Luxury Hotel 2024 - Chicago Forbes 4 Star – Waldorf Astoria Chicago Forbes 4 Star – Waldorf Astoria Chicago Spa U.S. News and World Report’s 2024 Best Hotels Rankings • Badge: Gold • #5 best hotel in Chicago • #6 best hotel in Illinois • #200 best hotel in the USA AAA 5 Diamond Rating LUXlife Hospitality Excellence Award 2024 2023 Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards 4 Stars Forbes 4 Star – Waldorf Astoria Chicago Forbes 4 Star – Waldorf Astoria Chicago Spa U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Hotels Rankings • Badge: Gold • #4 best hotel in Chicago • #4 best hotel in Illinois • #130 best hotel in the USA Good Housekeeping 2023 Family Travel Award – Convenient Downtown Hotel 2022 Travel + Leisure Best Award (Best Hotels in Chicago) AAA 4 Diamond Rating + Best of Housekeeping Award Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Wine Spectator Restaurant Award (Brass Tack) Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards-4 Stars Fodor’s Choice 2023

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Waldorf Astoria Chicago Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Waldorf Astoria Chicago regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Waldorf Astoria Chicago's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hilton has committed to cut our environmental footprint in half and double our social impact by 2030. Refer to our website, https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs.
Does Waldorf Astoria Chicago have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Hilton has committed to reducing waste in our managed operations by 50% by 2030. Through the end of 2020, we have reduced waste in our managed portfolio by 73% since our 2008 baseline, and our managed and franchised hotels have reduced waste by 62%.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Waldorf Astoria Chicago and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Waldorf Astoria Chicago's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Please refer to https://jobs.hilton.com/diversity and our annual Supplier Diversity Report (https://cr.hilton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Hilton-2020-Supplier-Diversity-Report.pdf).

Health and Safety

Were practices at Waldorf Astoria Chicago developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, CDC & WHO. Hilton CleanStay, a new industry-defining standard of cleanliness (https://newsroom.hilton.com/corporate/news/hilton-defining-new-standard-of-cleanliness) Hilton up to date customer messaging: https://www.hilton.com/en/corporate/coronavirus/
Does Waldorf Astoria Chicago clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Install hand sanitizer stations/disinfecting wipes in public areas & on shuttles; enhanced cleaning of high touch areas, lobbies, elevators, doors, bathrooms; F&B service in accordance with food safety guidelines, dining configured for physical distancing
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