Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

About us

CVENT Top Meeting Hotel of 2025. Celebrating over 150 years as North America’s most established hotel and emblem of Chicago hospitality, expect your event — large or small —to be transformed into one that’s not only talked about but remembered. From the historic Empire Room to smaller salon settings, your experience will be one met with historical distinction, coupled with technology, convenience, and the customized support required to make any event a success. Create buzz through inventive culinary and cocktail presentations; spark intrigue with ingenuity through the utilization of hybrid technology + innovative meeting room configurations; and above all, give your organization a successful platform to connect. HIGHLIGHTS: • Over 150 Years Rich in History: The famed Peacock doors serve as an emblem of open hospitality at North America's Most Distinguished Hotel. As America’s most seasoned hotel, The Palmer House was the first to incorporate the light bulb, elevator, and telephone, as well as the creators of the brownie. You’ll experience the continued commitment to staying ahead of the innovation curve while preserving historic integrity. • Meetings that Connect: Five ballrooms, 77 breakout rooms, and an exhibit hall totaling over 130,000 square feet • Connect: On-site audio/visual representatives and technology center • Key Location: Located in the Loop – Chicago’s business, financial and theater district – and on the bus route to McCormick Place Convention Center as well as top Chicago destinations such as the Art Institute of Chicago, State Street shopping, Millennium Park, and plentiful public transportation • Central Standard: Ease of access from coast to coast, with two airports and nearly 3,000 inbound flights per day • Power Dining: Catering with a reputation. Lockwood Restaurant for breakfast, Lockwood Lobby Bar for cocktails & shared plates, Lockwood Express for gourmet on-the-go, and burgers, craft beers & retro concoctions at Potter’s Chicago Burger Bar will keep your attendees close and fulfilled • Hospitality Leader: Ranked 25 among the “Top 100 Meeting Hotels in the United States” by Cvent • Rejuvenation: Complimentary fitness center access, complimentary pool access, and an on-site spa • Value: Ask about the valued added first quarter offer and other promotions • Take a Virtual Tour: https://visitingmedia.com/tt8/?ttid=palmer-house-a-hilton-hotel#/3d-model