LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
A riverfront Loop hotel known for sweeping skyline views, a trendy rooftop bar, and energetic public spaces.
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LondonHouse Chicago is a downtown Loop hotel set along the river, known for its vibrant rooftop bar and proximity to Michigan Avenue. Guests consistently praise the impressive river views, renovated rooms, and comfortable beds. However, the property frequently feels crowded, with reviewers citing a zoo-like lobby, elevator delays, and noise reaching top-floor rooms from the venue upstairs. 410172
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What travelers noticed
- The hotel location is a major draw, placing visitors within easy walking distance of Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park, and the State and Lake transit stop. 1011
- Reviewers consistently highlight the sweeping river views from the guest rooms and the popular rooftop bar. 202
- Guests also praise the comfortable beds with branded linens and appreciate the fast, free Wi-Fi throughout the property. 1621
The catch
- While guests enjoy drinks and charcuterie at the bars, food feedback is divided, with some praising the cuisine and others complaining of bland, burnt burgers in the restaurant. 5
- The bathrooms also draw mixed reactions, where some travelers admire the bright marble and glass walk-in showers, but others criticize weak water pressure and thin privacy barriers. 8201
Who it's for
- — Rooftop cocktail lovers
- — First-time visitors to Chicago
- — Travelers wanting river views
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers sensitive to nightclub noise from above
- — Guests who dislike crowded lobbies and slow elevators
- — Travelers needing full bathroom acoustic privacy
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“Well, I we did get the view, so there's that. They do have some ambient lighting, which I do like.”
youtube.com0:38“I love that they have Nespressos here.”
youtube.com0:49“And they also have a fridge for you to utilize. I love that.”
youtube.com0:52“Unfortunately, not a single room in this hotel has a bathtub. Feel like most hotels are going away with that.”
youtube.com1:43“all right I'm going to back up here and show you the bathroom so we have a beautiful shower I love that a nice walk-in s…”
youtube.com0:58“so we got a nice River View check out this view y'all first time in Chicago it's a pretty day which I was really worried…”
youtube.com3:35“Besides the rooms that are just so lovely, they have a fantastic bar on site.”
youtube.com1:16“Plus, you can start your day right with a delicious breakfast, and you guessed it, free Wi-Fi.”
youtube.com1:41“the walk to this Subway that you're growing with us right now is probably a 5 6 minute walk”
youtube.com8:06“I asked for a couple things to be brought up to the room. You can actually just text them and I prefer that. It's actual…”
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Score breakdown
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Bathroom
97Food
84Location
99- “The location is the single best in the Loop. From the front door, you are 1 block from Michigan Avenue, 4 blocks from Millennium Park, 5 blocks from the Art Institute, and 8 blocks from Navy Pier.” 10
- “The location of the hotel is perfect, right in the middle of the city and what you might want to see as a tourist. You cannot be disappointed with it.” 8
Noise
79Room
95- “I still very much preferred my stay at the Londonhouse. Loved its location and got a decent room upgrade with a beautiful view.” 15
- “The room is otherwise beautifully appointed with all the necessary modern-day USB plugs, Nespresso machine, super-soft bathrobes and slippers, fluffy towels and dimmable lighting.” 16
Service
94Bed & Sleep
94Value
91- “Now that I'm loyal to Hilton, I'm interested to try the Conrad up the street, but it's usually pretty expensive, whereas the LondonHouse is often a fantastic value given how expensive hotels in this area can be.” 21
- “We had a pretty busy weekend, so we didn't get to fully explore the hotel, but I feel like the value was certainly there, and I'd consider it again on a future Chicago trip.” 15
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Beats what $$ usually buys
Scores 6 points above the mid-range median of 90, across 368 hotels in the same bracket. In Chicago it sits 5 points above the local median of 91.
- This hotel
- 96
- Bracket median
- 90
- Index median
- 90
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Which room to ask for
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- “We had a pretty busy weekend, so we didn't get to fully explore the hotel, but I feel like the value was certainly there, and I'd consider it again on a future Chicago trip.” 15
- “But a billing "mistake" showed up after my stay. I was charged $3 for a bottled water supposedly free for elite members. At best, it was a clear oversight, and at worst, it was a sneaky money grab.” 5
- “My only other Curio experience was the Juniper hotel in San Jose, which was pretty meh (but also $95 per night, so a good overall value).” 21
- “I've noticed a trend lately of the LondonHouse being the most expensive Hilton in Chicago, even more than the Waldorf or Conrad. It's a great hotel, but at Park Hyatt prices, I'm not sure I'd recommend it so highly.” 21
- “Now that I'm loyal to Hilton, I'm interested to try the Conrad up the street, but it's usually pretty expensive, whereas the LondonHouse is often a fantastic value given how expensive hotels in this area can be.” 21
- “If you want to enjoy the views without the crowds, consider booking a Vista Room, which come equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows that afford spectacular skyline views.” 9
- “I know many don't like the Hilton, but I like the view and when I was a Diamond, I would get great rooms.” 4
- “Well, I we did get the view, so there's that. They do have some ambient lighting, which I do like.” On camera140:38
- “The winner for me personally was the view. I had a lot of daylight and beautiful views of the Chicago Tribune building.” 8
- “But, if you turn left or right, the view is pretty good.” 21
- “The view of the snow-covered Chicago skyline at night from the indoor rooftop is one of the underrated winter Chicago experiences.” 10
- “Stayed at the Hilton Navy Pier. Great views, room was really nice and it was fairly quiet.” 4
- “Outside of the WA in Chicago, LH was a wonderful stay last fall for me. Lucked out with a large room with good views!” 15
- “It is impossible to beat LondonHouse if you've never been. Great Xmas decor too and easy enough to check out the Holiday stuff at Virgin and Palmer House as well.” 4
- “Unless you're getting a suite, the rooms are meh though. The "superior" room isn't very superior but for most, it's a place to sleep.” 11
- “I still very much preferred my stay at the Londonhouse. Loved its location and got a decent room upgrade with a beautiful view.” 15
- “My room was spacious since it sat slightly in a corner so I did have plenty of space to walk around.” 8
- “Palmer House is historic, so if you're okay with some holes here and there around the room for the history then it has a grandiose lobby with frescos on the ceiling.” 4
- “The location is a better place (imo), and you can get better views from the room.” 11
- “ia_hwks • 2y ago We did enjoy our stay at LH. It felt super busy after being at WA the night before, but we liked our room, which had nice views, and we also went up to enjoy some time on the rooftop.” 15
- “The room is otherwise beautifully appointed with all the necessary modern-day USB plugs, Nespresso machine, super-soft bathrobes and slippers, fluffy towels and dimmable lighting.” 16
- “The lobby floor and first floor were constantly an absolute zoo, our room key lock broke which took an hour to fix, the elevators are a disaster (I believe only 2/6 were working) and if you want to use your food and beverage credit at land and lake you have to wait in line at the front desk and get vouchers.” 4
- “The deco was nice and minimalist, and the bed was comfy.” 8
- “The Vista rooms are worth the upgrade to have floor-to-ceiling windows with those iconic Chicago River views-plus amenities like a Nespresso machine, robes, slippers and a smart TV.” 20
- “ia_hwks • 2y ago We did enjoy our stay at LH. We did enjoy our stay at LH. It felt super busy after being at WA the night before, but we liked our room, which had nice views, and we also went up to enjoy some time on the rooftop.” 15
- “Stayed at the Hilton Navy Pier. Great views, room was really nice and it was fairly quiet. Good location for the train as well.” 4
- “Loved its location and got a decent room upgrade with a beautiful view.” 15
- “Pretty good on-demand movies that I didn't watch, and I always like a Nespresso machine instead of a Keurig. There's a fridge but no minibar, which meant that I had to walk in the rain across the river to Walgreens to buy myself some treats (although I saved lots of money in the process, of course).” 21
- “At first I got a smoky room and they immediately switched it out and upgraded us for the inconvenience.” 11
- “schwa12 • 1y ago I have enjoyed London house [deleted] • 1y ago It is impossible to beat LondonHouse if you've never been. It is impossible to beat LondonHouse if you've never been. Great Xmas decor too and easy enough to check out the Holiday stuff at Virgin and Palmer House as well.” 4
- “We did enjoy our stay at LH. It felt super busy after being at WA the night before, but we liked our room, which had nice views, and we also went up to enjoy some time on the rooftop.” 15
- “With a total of 452 spacious and well-appointed rooms, The Londonhouse Chicago, Curio Collection By Hilton Hotel offers a variety of room types, including Double Rooms, King Suites, and King Rooms, all featuring stunning city views.” 19
- “Cold (20s and 30s most days, snow likely), but the lobby is one of the warmest indoor spaces in Chicago and the river view from your room with snow falling is its own reason to be here.” 10
- “I asked for a couple things to be brought up to the room. You can actually just text them and I prefer that. It's actually a lot easier.” On camera141:29
- “Standard King without view (around 310 sq ft). Faces the interior light well or the alley behind the building. The room itself is renovated and fine. The view is brick wall or service vehicles.” 10
- “I've stayed at both, and recommend London House. The location is a better place (imo), and you can get better views from the room.” 11
- “The hotel offers marvelous perspectives throughout. My upgraded suite offered excellent views of the Chicago river amidst distinctive architecture.” 5
- “Now that I have a better basis for comparison, I really appreciate how the LondonHouse's overall decor is refined while still having a lot of personality.” 21
- “Waitstaff at all dining outlets were competent and attentive.” 5
- “Wonderful rooms and great staff - Valet is kind of a nightmare tho.” 4
- “I would stay at a Motel 6 before I'd ever go back to Palmer House. It is a dump. A historic dump, but still a dump. Horrible service, as well.” 11
- “Both are great properties. IMO, Londonhouse is a better location but the service at the Waldorf is miles ahead; truly impeccable.” 15
- “Waldorf. No question. Service is impeccable.” 15
- “LucaBlightLv99 • 3y ago Stayed in both last month. Although the service and location of the WA was great, I still very much preferred my stay at the Londonhouse.” 15
- “If you haven't been to Chicago, LondonHouse is a great choice for views! Wonderful rooms and great staff - Valet is kind of a nightmare tho.” 4
- “Hilton Chicago is nice, but it's such a massive property and a little further south from the action.” 11
- “I arrived at the hotel just before 11 am for check-in (or to at least drop my bag), and the helpful front desk agent was able to secure my room immediately.” 5
- “I've never stayed at London House but love to stay at the Waldorf. Great service.” 15
- “But perhaps the unwelcome, pushy solicitation for TripAdvisor reviews I was subject to plays a role, as well. At check-in and checkout, each agent asked me to rate the property and shoved over a TripAdvisor.” 5
- “However, it's still a nice place to stay. There's on-site parking/valet. It has a nice view, the lobby is very spacious, the bar and restaurant is laid back.” 11
- “Definitely LondonHouse Chicago. It's a nice property and in such a good spot.” 11
- “The service at LH was great as well when we went last October” 15
- “so we got a nice River View check out this view y'all first time in Chicago it's a pretty day which I was really worried but look at that River View this is beautiful” On camera13:35
- “LH are more modern and very nice, but the Chicago rooms are nice. It's just a much older property in general.” 11
- “I thought the front desk lady was doing me dirty, but she was hooking me up” 4
- “Check out the second-story lobby bar and popular rooftop for stunning city vistas, then retreat to one of the spacious and sleekly appointed guest rooms.” 20
- “Service in the lobby lounge was nonexistent, sadly. After checking out, we sat in the lobby for 25 minutes waiting for a bartender or waiter to show up, but nobody ever came, so we gathered our bags and went elsewhere for a drink.” 16
- “I also found that customer service in general lacking in the sense of hospitality. There are several people I would often see during my 5 days from staff, and rarely did they greet the guests.” 8
- “However, it's still a nice place to stay. There's on-site parking/valet. It has a nice view, the lobby is very spacious, the bar and restaurant is laid back. Unless you're getting a suite, the rooms are meh though.” 11
- “It is perfect for a first-timer in Chicago. Although I didn't have much interaction with the staff the one I had left me feeling lacking. I can't pinpoint exactly, but I felt they wanted to make the most of the guests rather than care about customer service.” 8
- “And when it's time to leave, you can enjoy a super relaxed check-out until noon. No need to rush. Just savor your last moments.” 18
- “Service at the door and front desk was superb.” 16
- “The whole atmosphere is just sophisticated. They really get it right, letting you check in from 4:00 p.m., which is perfect for arriving, freshening up, and getting ready for an evening out on the town.” 18
- “The first day they came in, I then had the sign for 2 days and then 3rd and 4th there was no service and when I asked for clean towels, I was told it was set every 4 days. Not sure how that happened.” 8
- “I like the location of the Londonhouse and it's vibe.” 15
- “If you're looking for a prime location in Chicago and excellent views, you'll want to consider this Hilton property.” 12
- “Can someone expand on that UnderstandingLimp487 • 3y ago My wife and I cashed in some points and did a day trip to Chicago. We stayed at the London house and would certainly do it again. Solid location, property, and the rooftop bar was a great spot to night cap.” 15
- “The location is the single best in the Loop. From the front door, you are 1 block from Michigan Avenue, 4 blocks from Millennium Park, 5 blocks from the Art Institute, and 8 blocks from Navy Pier.” 10
- “I loved the location of this property. It is perfect for a first-timer in Chicago.” 8
- “The location of the hotel is perfect, right in the middle of the city and what you might want to see as a tourist. You cannot be disappointed with it.” 8
- “Stayed at the Hilton Navy Pier. Great views, room was really nice and it was fairly quiet. Good location for the train as well.” 4
- “Despite the name, there's nothing British about this downtown hotel, but it's Chicago royalty for its trendy rooftop bar with some of the city's best views, plus its ideal location and contemporary-vintage style.” 17
- “With a cool rooftop bar and its location right on Michigan Avenue, the hotel is the perfect Chicago city break spot” 17
- “Both are great properties. IMO, Londonhouse is a better location but the service at the Waldorf is miles ahead; truly impeccable.” 15
- “London House and theWit are centrally located. Enjoy Chicago.” 4
- “Striking views of the Chicago River greet guests from the rooftop bar at this downtown landmark.” 2
- “LondonHouse is gorgeous with a great location--close to the State/Lake stop, while the Hilton Chicago is not far from McCormick Place and has an amazing gym.” 11
- “LucaBlightLv99 • 3y ago Stayed in both last month. Although the service and location of the WA was great, I still very much preferred my stay at the Londonhouse.” 15
- “I still very much preferred my stay at the Londonhouse. Loved its location and got a decent room upgrade with a beautiful view.” 15
- “+1 for the canopy. Got a great upgrade there too. Location was perfect for me too.” 11
- “the walk to this Subway that you're growing with us right now is probably a 5 6 minute walk” On camera18:06
- “I like the location of the Londonhouse and it's vibe. I haven't stayed at the Waldorf.” 15
- “I've stayed at both, and recommend London House. The location is a better place (imo), and you can get better views from the room.” 11
- “Loved its location and got a decent room upgrade with a beautiful view.” 15
- “Bottom line: What are we booking here for? Great location and stunning views.” 20
- “The views from the rooftop bar are as excellent as the food is terrible in the restaurant. I had a bland, burnt burger which I just finished on principle.” 5
- “The drinks are good, but the food I sampled here on the night of my arrival inspired me to eat to eat elsewhere for the remainder of my stay.” 16
- “The spa suites are fantastic and the restaurant has really great pancakes.” 4
- “The breakfast in State and Lake is excellent. And the beds at theWit are excellent.” 11
- “Normally I get annoyed when hotel reviews dedicate a lot of space to elite benefits like free breakfast and shit, but since Hilton Gold status is so easy to get (just open a Hilton credit card), I'll talk about the free breakfast for elites. It was... not great.” 21
- “Good in-room dining or their restaurant on 21st floor is good. Surrounded by more options for dining as you are next to river.” 4
- “Good in-room dining or their restaurant on 21st floor is good.” 4
- “As a Diamond member, I received credit so I did have lunch there and the club sandwich was large and delicious. I kept half for dinner!” 8
- “The hotel's restaurants offer exceptional cuisine with stunning river panoramas.” 2
- “I even tried twice to use my room service credit, but the phone was not answered even after leaving a voicemail for them to call back.” 8
- “On the flip side, I absolutely loved Land & Lake Kitchen on the ground level. The outlet advertises itself as a Midwestern "mom and pop" restaurant, and that feel came through with a homey, unpretentious setting.” 5
- “Plus, you can start your day right with a delicious breakfast, and you guessed it, free Wi-Fi.” On camera181:41
- “The elevator is also really cool, and the up top bar is pretty cool. Also, the breakfast credit restaurant is pretty awesome.” 11
- “The bed is absurdly soft, British-style. It's like sleeping on a trampoline with really great linens.” 16
- “Again, the bed was comfortable AF and even had the LondonHouse logo imprinted on the linens. Class all the way!” 21
- “The deco was nice and minimalist, and the bed was comfy.” 8
- “The Vista rooms are worth the upgrade to have floor-to-ceiling windows with those iconic Chicago River views-plus amenities like a Nespresso machine, robes, slippers and a smart TV. We're craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us? Luxury linens on the cozy platform bed.” 20
- “Top floor gets noise from the nightclub upstairs so ask for a room 1 floor down.” 4
- “The Wacker Drive traffic noise from 6 AM is loud, and the view is industrial. Pick the King Vista (river side) instead.” 10
- “If you enjoy sleep, I wouldn't recommend theWit. It's close to the L, and you hear the train all damn night!” 4
- “The setting of the hotel is pretty dramatic - right on the river, right across the street from the majestic Fuckface building, which is one of the tallest buildings in Chicago and also hands-down the fuckface-iest.” 21
- “I love The Wit. The rooms are really comfortable and with the exception of the top floor, sound doesn't really travel.” 4
- “Stayed at the Hilton Navy Pier. Great views, room was really nice and it was fairly quiet. Good location for the train as well.” 4
- “I would upgrade for my last night since I wanted that shot but was so tired that I opted not to. There are a few things I personally didn't like about the room. It was noisy at night and during the daytime especially. I am not sure why but even on the 15th floor I could hear traffic and honking.” 8
- “Stayed at the Hilton Navy Pier. Great views, room was really nice and it was fairly quiet.” 4
- “The elevator is also really cool, and the up top bar is pretty cool.” 11
- “Unfortunately, not a single room in this hotel has a bathtub. Feel like most hotels are going away with that.” On camera141:43
- “Another big drawback for me was the shower. The pressure was not strong enough, and also the shower head was frustrating because it has that logo gap in the middle making it spray water sideways rather than on top of my head.” 8
- “I'm in a corner suite at the LH right now and I want to go back to the standard king I had a few nights ago at the Palmer. It's a fantastic hotel but expect to experience every bathroom moment your traveling partner has both audibly and scent-wise.” 11
- “The bathroom was a good size though it did feel a little dated and the mirrors should be changed since it is rotten from water.” 8
- “all right I'm going to back up here and show you the bathroom so we have a beautiful shower I love that a nice walk-in shower with all glass” On camera10:58
- “It's a fantastic hotel but expect to experience every bathroom moment your traveling partner has both audibly and scent-wise. I'd do this place alone but not with the wife again lol.” 11
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- 1Londonhouse Chicago - Hilton Curio Collectionyoutube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only8 quotes used
“so we got a nice River View check out this view y'all first time in Chicago it's a pretty day which I was really worried but look at that River View this is beautiful”
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“The hotel's restaurants offer exceptional cuisine with stunning river panoramas.”
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- 4LondonHouse vs Canopy vs theWit in Chicago Decemberreddit.comForum threadDate not stated30 quotes used
“Stayed at the Hilton Navy Pier. Great views, room was really nice and it was fairly quiet.”
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“Waitstaff at all dining outlets were competent and attentive.”
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