4.5/5 Excellent
971 reviews
Amenities
4.5/5
Cleanliness
4.8/5
Comfort
4.6/5
Condition
4.5/5
Neighborhood
4.8/5
Service
4.6/5
Recommendation
79.9/100

Most Recent Reviews

5/5 Excellent
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Kathryn
01/28/2024
Amazing stay. Beds are the best!
5/5 Excellent
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Rayme
01/24/2024
Wonderful Time
I didn't want to leave! Everything was off the charts marvelous! The room, staff, food, workout area (except the smell of the steam room) but I wasn't sleeping in it. Extra stars for Melissa Long for giving us great places.
4/5 Good
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catherine
01/16/2024
The room was great, the beds were comfy and the view was awesome. We enjoyed the gym, spa, shopping and food without going out into the super cold weather. The staff were very friendly and attentive. The perfect staycation!
5/5 Excellent
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MICHAEL
01/15/2024
Very nice view.
5/5 Excellent
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Jay
01/14/2024
Never a disappointment.
As usual, the Ritz did not disappoint!
5/5 Excellent
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Mark
01/02/2024
Friendly staff, great accommodations
5/5 Excellent
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RC
12/22/2023
We had an incredible stay- we are already planning on Christmas 2024 Chicago ritz, and are telling everyone about the magical experience. Everyone was so nice to the kids . Special shoutout to Jorge at the restaurant with his balloon animals - a highlight
5/5 Excellent
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Peggy
12/07/2023
Very beautiful place. Staff was accommodating and very friendly
1/5
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jacqueline
11/12/2023
Terrible experience. I have stayed at many Ritz Carleton properties. This Chicago location was very disappointing. The staff are rude, aloof and disorganized. Upon arrival the door man doesn’t even open the front door. Restaurant staff are rude and take forever to serve you. Upon check out I didn’t even get asked how my stay was. In addition, the cleaning staff knocks on your door way prior to check out demanding when we are leaving. The spa is a disaster. I had booked services for myself and my mom and when we arrive they are telling us someone cancelled our reservation. After 20 mins of back and forth finally I said we are leaving then she says “oh I was mistaken.” I found your services. What kind of Ritz Carlton is this? They could learn a lot from the Ritz Carlton in Toronto. This would never have taken place in Toronto.
5/5 Excellent
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Mary
11/06/2023
We love The Ritz! So clean and safe and beautiful. Great location.
5/5 Excellent
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Elizabeth
11/06/2023
Hotel and staff were great. My only complaint is that the room was hot even when we turned the thermostat down to 68. I am sure it had to do with the changing seasons...not really a complaint. Bed and linens super comfortable. Shower had great water pressure, hot. Would definitely stay again
5/5 Excellent
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Mary
11/05/2023
Beautiful and so clean. If you can afford it spend a special occasion there.
1/5
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Duaa
10/16/2023
The room was very outdated and not clean. The towels had hair on them. The carpet had good stains not cleaned and the pillows were so old
5/5 Excellent
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Troy
10/15/2023
Nicely redone rooms
5/5 Excellent
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Shireen
10/06/2023
So clean, modern, and truly a 5 star property
2/5
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Terry
09/20/2023
I specifically reserved a Handicapped Accessible room. Instead I was given a regular room, which was also very far from the elevator. Because we checked in rather late at night, I did not notice the lack of handicapped facilities until the next morning; and I was just too exhausted to move rooms, since I had already unpacked. I felt very uncomfortable using the bathroom without the grab bars that were promised. I don't understand how an oversight like this can occur.
3/5
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Jeannie
09/18/2023
NOT RITZY
I have stayed in all kinds of hotels from Motel 6 to the Waldorf Astoria New York. I hesitated staying at Ritz because of the stigma of being "Ritzy". I was very disappointed that my room was not at all "Ritzy" On the contrary it was ordinary. Ordinary as compared to a Holiday Inn. Biggest complaint was the fact that there was no closet space, no drawers, and no place in the bathroom to put anything away. I stayed for over a week and wanted to unpack. I had to live out of my suitcase. I saw signs that you had "redefined luxury". I agree, you changed the feeling of luxury to ordinary. When I visited the Ritz in Chicago for a drink many years ago, I thought it was beautiful. Now, I must again use the word "ordinary". I won't be staying with you again. I can get ordinary anywhere.
4/5 Good
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Suzanne
09/17/2023
Room service was WAY overpriced! Spa was ridiculously overpriced. Unfortunate.
3/5
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John
09/16/2023
Overall the experience was good. Concierge and reception staff were good but not GREAT. Maybe they were new or busy but hospitality could have been much more professional and attentive. Service was similar to any other nice hotel and was not the Ritz experience that you would expect.
5/5 Excellent
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Nancy
09/10/2023
Excellent stay
Very comfortable and excellent service
4/5 Good
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Mark
09/06/2023
Wrong name.
Only complaint is the name ties to the room and Wi-Fi was not ours. While I mentioned this at check in it was ignored and not changed. Otherwise a fantastic experience.
5/5 Excellent
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Nicole
09/05/2023
Amazing hotel! Great location
4/5 Good
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Arnold
08/08/2023
Too long wait for check in and check out but the hotel is lovely and great area
5/5 Excellent
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Michael
07/24/2023
This was the best!
3/5
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Enri
07/05/2023
Outdated property
5/5 Excellent
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Jane Yu Khoon
05/09/2023
Excellent place. Great choice in booking this location
5/5 Excellent
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Jose
04/11/2023
The best hotel in Chicago, period.
5/5 Excellent
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Maja
03/22/2023
impeccable hotel
3/5
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Annette
03/21/2023
Doesn’t seem 5 star
When I stay at a five-star hotel, I want to feel like I’m staying at a five-star hotel. Rooms are clean and beautiful. Everyone was so nice but there were definitely annoyances with service. 1. They brought us a cheese and sausage platter when noone in the room so by the time we got back from shopping it was warm. We had to call the front desk and they needed to perform an investigation before we could be sent a new one 2. I needed a fridge for my breastmilk and pump. I had to call two times because after four hours the refrigerator never came 3. Although there is a thermostat you can control in the room, you actually really can’t control it. It is motion detected so if you’re not in the room or if you are in the bathroom, you’re watching TV or sleeping it’s going to default to 68. I expect more from a 5 star hotel. If they can charge you like a five star hotel… 550$/ night, 19% room service fee, 7.50$ delivery fee they should accommodate you.
5/5 Excellent
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Zachary Douglas
01/19/2023
Wonderful location and the staff brings a level of customer service that is unparalleled. View from my room was amazing.
5/5 Excellent
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lin
01/08/2023
Very good experience definitely come again
5/5 Excellent
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Aimie
12/12/2022
Our family of four enjoyed our 2 night stay at the Ritz. The rooms are clean, spacious and modern. We felt comfortable in our luxurious room.
5/5 Excellent
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Mary Pat
11/20/2022
jkjh
5/5 Excellent
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GLENN
09/26/2022
Great location
Great hotel all around. I will be coming back.
4/5 Good
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Paulo
09/13/2022
OK - but not as good as its competitors
The property is nice but not outstanding. Overall, the decor is a bit dated and the service is just OK. For example, the check in took longer than expected, the breakfast service was a bit slow, etc. more specifically, one evening we asked the front desk to make arrangements with the concierge for some activities the following day. To our surprise, according to the concierge (Melissa I think) she indicated that she had received no messages from the front desk from the previous evening - very disconcerting…
5/5 Excellent
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Diana
09/02/2022
Melissa Long the concierge was so excellent in recommendation on where to eat and places to go.
5/5 Excellent
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rosemary
08/30/2022
I liked everything...
5/5 Excellent
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Trisha
07/12/2022
Our family had an amazing stay. The location is perfect for quick trips to the beach, shopping or food 👍. The bedding and pillows were amazingly comfy and the view of the lake was gorgeous. Our room service attendant Victor was awesome. Super professional gentleman who made us feel like VIPs. Would definitely recommend a stay 👍
5/5 Excellent
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Bryan
07/10/2022
Great as always!
4/5 Good
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Steven
07/03/2022
I was told i would have a room to view the fireworks. I was not
5/5 Excellent
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Jeri
06/28/2022
Excellent hotel!!
Excellent in every way!!
5/5 Excellent
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Robert
05/13/2022
One of the best hotels in Chicago.
5/5 Excellent
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Pavinee
02/23/2022
Best!
1/5
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Zack
02/03/2022
Food poisoning and filthy room. When confronted, no acknowledgement, just a try again!
5/5 Excellent
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Dawn
01/10/2022
We loved that we didn’t have to go outside if the weather was not cooperating. We had the Spa, pool, restaurants, coffee bar, and access to shopping (Water Tower Mall). Perfect for a January get-away.
5/5 Excellent
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Spencer
01/01/2022
Nicest Hotel in Chicago
Location is perfect for seeing Chicago and enjoying great food. Everyone at the Ritz Carlton was so friendly and efficient. Rooms were first class and I do mean first class. The bar off the lobby was a highlight of our stay. Watching new years Semifinal football games while visiting, drinking Old Fashions, champagne and enjoying the scenery of people!
5/5 Excellent
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Michelle
12/31/2021
Amazing staff
5/5 Excellent
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Jake
12/20/2021
Everything was amazing
4/5 Good
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Carole
12/19/2021
Super disappointing their was not live Christmas music near the bar—used to be a highlight. Also, the soaps, poor quality. Last, use your business heft and scale to put pressure on the city to improve safety and cleanliness
5/5 Excellent
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maureen
12/19/2021
Spectacular room. Love the location. Excellent staff and accommodations.
5/5 Excellent
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Robert
12/12/2021
Great place. Awesome room. Great bar and food in hotel.
4/5 Good
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Holly
12/06/2021
Lobby/bar area nice and great service. Security to floors with rooms was great, room was nothing special for the money.
5/5 Excellent
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Verified traveler
11/23/2021
Excellent!!
Never a thought about where to stay in Chicago.
5/5 Excellent
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Darryl
10/25/2021
Loved it
1/5
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Jeremiah
10/21/2021
It isn’t fun to forget your Amex when checking into this property. I’m my case, I lost my wallet. After showing my passport and explaining the situation, I ended up walking around until morning. Thanks Guys!
5/5 Excellent
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Samantha
10/09/2021
10/10
Front desk, housekeeping and room service staff are phenomenal. Our room was super clean and comfy. We love to stay here when visiting Chicago!
4/5 Good
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10/03/2021
A spacious and comfortable Hotel
It was a great big room. We will stay there again. Thanks
5/5 Excellent
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Elias
09/21/2021
Excellent property in every aspect; location, accomodations, staff, views, etc. Will stay there on my next visit.
5/5 Excellent
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Dominic
09/14/2021
Excellent property Great Customer Service.
5/5 Excellent
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08/13/2021
Service was wonderful.
5/5 Excellent
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08/02/2021
Just A1... great
5/5 Excellent
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07/24/2021
Awesome place they sure live up to the name and the reviews
5/5 Excellent
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mark
07/22/2021
Amazing!!!
5/5 Excellent
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RICHARD
07/22/2021
Room Service Ripoff
I know it’s the Ritz-Carlton and we wanted an upscale experience but I’m sorry, $17.82 for one can of Sprite and a bucket of ice from room service is inexcusable and criminal. Nice place but not that nice! Plenty of properties just as luxurious for a lot less money!
5/5 Excellent
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07/20/2021
Exceeded all expectations
4/5 Good
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07/20/2021
When you went to flush the toilet the water just kept running. You had to play with the handle everytime you flushed. Second we booked a spa package for two foot massages and then 30 min later I get a call saying oh they can’t do it. I asked why and she couldn’t give me a good reason why.
4/5 Good
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07/18/2021
Just beautiful. But I told them it was my anniversary and nothing special was done for me
5/5 Excellent
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07/13/2021
I was addicted to the bed. My god, i dont think ill ever be able to stay another hotel again. So soft. The goosedown bedding was immaculate. The views over navy pier were stunning. The staff were so polite and welcoming. We have always stayed at the ritz for our anniversary, and every time we are beyond satisfied.
4/5 Good
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Verified traveler
07/07/2021
It's clear that COVID has affected staffing levels. I felt that service was great but not as impeccable as in times pre-COVID. That said, my stay was highly enjoyable and very relaxing. Was very happy to be there. :-)
5/5 Excellent
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07/02/2021
Great service!
3/5
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06/15/2021
It is r
5/5 Excellent
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05/24/2021
No
5/5 Excellent
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Verified traveler
05/13/2021
I wish they had breakfast options other than room service.
1/5
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Verified traveler
05/03/2021
not a 5 star hotel customer service, I was really hungry went to the restaurant and server took our drink orders and did not come back. I had to stand up and look for help to pay and was not able to order any food.
1/5
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Verified traveler
04/25/2021
Worse hotel at this level I have stayed at recently. Stayed at the peninsula recently and was a great experience. The ritz has no valet service. No turn down service. Just seemed like a motel 6. Not worth the money in my opinion. Staff was great. But the hotel is in shambles. Would prefer other hotels over this in Chicago. Even the drake is better these days. Hope they get better as they opened soon but sadly for me not a fun experience.
5/5 Excellent
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04/19/2021
I liked everything.
5/5 Excellent
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Robert
11/16/2020
Fantastic hotel and accommodations!!!
1/5
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Alicia
11/01/2020
I didn’t like that if I wanted lemonade it was 43 dollars . That’s absolutely ridiculous. I would never stay at the ritz Carlton again. And the city view was only an apt view I couldn’t see anything.
5/5 Excellent
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Verified traveler
10/31/2020
It was amazing I will definitely be back soon!
5/5 Excellent
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Jon
10/14/2020
Beautiful hotel in Downtown Chicago. Great location. Friendly staff and great rooms. Upon arrival, we noticed a ton of dog hair on the couch in our room. We immediately called the front desk and they did move us to a different room. We expected a very clean hotel, especially during covid 19. They did move us to a different room. No apologies or even a credit offer.
5/5 Excellent
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Joseph
10/13/2020
Great Stay in Best hotel in Chicago
Great service, amazing room, staff was outstanding, food amazing, and the location couldn't have been better!
4/5 Good
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Dana
10/10/2020
Excellent views of the lake. Staff is so willing to help in any way.
5/5 Excellent
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Maida
10/04/2020
Perfect staycation- service was superb
4/5 Good
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Verified traveler
09/29/2020
We loved the service, and the stay. Very customer-centric. The room was absolutely great!
5/5 Excellent
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Joshua
08/30/2020
Amazing hotel and staff
The staff are amazing at this hotel! The room and the view was beautiful!
1/5
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Mandy
08/29/2020
Horrible experience , did not get to experience the ritz due to untrained customer service
5/5 Excellent
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Anton
08/25/2020
Superb property. Excellent cleanliness and professional staff.
5/5 Excellent
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Rick
08/24/2020
🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
Best Of The Best!! Beautiful Experience. Thank You.
5/5 Excellent
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Stephen
08/19/2020
Amazing Will return in the future
5/5 Excellent
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08/12/2020
deluxe Lake View
Beautiful room , very spacious. I had the deluxe lake view room , not a suite. Staff was nice.
5/5 Excellent
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Anthony
03/19/2020
Top Notch stay!! Excellent Staff and Service!!! Will definitely stay again soon!!!!
4/5 Good
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03/10/2020
Newly renovated room. Nice shower but handheld shower little water came out
5/5 Excellent
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Robert
03/09/2020
Very nice clean with extravagant service
4/5 Good
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Rebeccah
03/08/2020
The little complimentary body wash had a hair stuck in the cap, kinda gross.
5/5 Excellent
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Verified traveler
03/02/2020
What I enjoyed about this place is the convenience to other restaurants, shopping centers, entertainment, and cafe shops. The overall experience was unique and all staff that we encountered had a smile on their face and polite. All questions and concerns were heard and taken care of. I appreciated the patience and understanding of the staff. Will definitely return!
5/5 Excellent
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03/01/2020
Wonderful location. All staff extremely helpful. Enjoyed the club level experience
1/5
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02/29/2020
Very nosy in morning time Very nosy in morning time
5/5 Excellent
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02/18/2020
Great location, close to our dinner destination. Friendly staff.
4/5 Good
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JAMES
02/12/2020
Name drew us in but didn't keep us.
The floor we were on was very loud, the hotel staff besides the guy that checked us in were very curt, not very welcoming, found the food options to the room as lacking compared to other properties we have stayed at. The location was good. We were sold on the name, and frankly they didn't deliver.
5/5 Excellent
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Kon
02/12/2020
Wonderful staff and service. Food was awesome.