Chicago
Park Hyatt Chicago
What it is: A luxury hotel with spacious rooms set in the heart of the Windy City.
The rooms: Rooms at the Hyatt Chicago offer butler and clothes pressing services, a 24-hour concierge, DVD players, king-size beds and wireless internet. Rooms are at least 550 square feet, and all include incredible views of the city.
Amenities: Dine in the hotel's NoMI restaurant with its spectacular views of the Chicago skyline and award-winning American cuisine, or stow away in your room and sample the extensive room-service menu, including children's options.
Activities: Take a complimentary bicycle to tour the local sites. Find shopping, dining, and entertainment options within minutes of the hotel.
Details: 800 N. Michigan Avenue, from $405 for a Park King room.
W Chicago Lakeshore
What it is: The only luxury hotel in Chicago that overlooks Lake Michigan.
The rooms: Each room has an incredible view and a 32-inch LCD flatscreen TV. There are also CD and DVD players, On Command movies, wireless high-speed Internet, minibars, and room service.
Amenities: Check into the Bliss Chicago Spa for a message or facial or visit the Sweat Fitness Center. Enjoy the view of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier while swimming in the hotel's heated indoor pool. The hotel's greatest amenity, though, is the Whatever/Whenever service, where your wish is their command. Choose from several eating options: the Living Room Bar, with DJs, games, and a W Signature drink list; W Café, for great coffee and people watching; Wave, with it's huge plates of Mediterranean inspired dishes; and Whiskey Sky, the rooftop bar. Book Lakeshore's WEE Ones package and get kids' cameras, candy, a Paul Frank book, an Uglydoll, and a W T-shirt.
Activities: Timeless Chicago attractions are only minutes from the hotel. Explore Lake Michigan, Navy Pier, Ontario Beach, shopping on Michigan Avenue, and the John Hancock Observatory—just to name a few attractions.
Details: 644 North Lake Shore Drive, from $214 for a Wonderful room with a king-size bed.
