Sofitel Chicago Water Tower provides four-star downtown Chicago hotel accommodations -- minutes from the Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Lake Michigan and upscale boutiques. Designed by the French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, our downtown Chicago Illinois hotel is a 32-floor prism of glass, boasting 415 rooms, including 33 luxurious suites. Embrace modern design and rich architectural legacy at one of the best downtown Chicago Illinois hotels.

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03:00 PM

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12:00 PM

Area attractions

Attractions:
ABN; AIG; AON; ART INSTITUTE; BANK ONE; BLOOMINGDALES; BOEING; CAFE DES ARCHITECTES Enjoy fine dining Caf des Architectes, our Chicago downtown hotel restaurant. We offer seasonal menus featuring contemporary cuisine with French roots, a stylish decor celebrating our modern downtown Chicago IL hotel, and a seasonal outdoor terrace.; CAFE DES ARCHITECTES BAR; CHICAGO BOTANICAL GARDENS; CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE; CHICAGO SYMPHONY CENTER; CIGNA; DELOTTE TOUCH; EMPRESS; ERUST & YOUNG; FIELD MUSEUM; HARRAH'S; HARRIS BANK; HISTORIC WATER HOUSE; IBM; LE BAR Stylish modern bar featuring floor to ceiling glass walls, inviting library area and specialty martinis, and an extensive selection of Champagne and wines.; LEO BERNETT; LOYOLA; LYRIC OPERA HOUSE; LYRIL OPERA HOUSE OF CHICAGO; MCCORMICK PLACE; MCKINSEY & CO; MERCY; Museum of Contemporary Art - MCA; MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY; NAVY PIER; NORTH AVENUE BEACH; NORTH WESTERN; OAK STREET BEACH; OLD TOWN; R R DONNELLY; SHED AQUARIUM; SIX FLAGS GREAT

With soaring glass and dramatic angles incorporated by distinguished French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, the imposing 32-story Sofitel Chicago Water Tower offers commanding views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan. It is set in Chicago’s Gold Coast District, just minutes from Navy Pier, the world-renowned Magnificent Mile, Museum of Contemporary Art, the sizzling nightlife of Rush Street, and a myriad of posh boutiques on Oak Street.

Also within close proximity to the property are the Art Institute of Chicago and the John Hancock Center. Sofitel Chicago Water Tower immerses guests in an atmosphere of modern style and elegance. A two-story lobby furnished with low chenille sofas, beautifully appointed meeting spaces, a 24-hour fitness center, restaurant and 415 sophisticated accommodations with top-of-the-line amenities are all housed in a striking 32-floor prism of glass.

After a busy day spent working or sightseeing, guests will look forward to the respite offered by Sofitel Chicago Water Tower’s spacious, chic and comfortable rooms, which afford city or lake views. Every room has SoBed Sofitel's luxurious feather top and duvet sleep system, LCD flat-panel TV with laptop connections, wired and wireless Internet access, Bose music system, minibar, safe deposit box, and a luxurious marble bathroom with separate glass shower and tub.

Travelers can enjoy fine dining at Caf� des Architectes, a contemporary French restaurant where splashes of vibrant color, sprawling banquettes and mood lighting combine to create a Chicago dining experience second to none. After delighting the taste buds with fresh seafood or other skillfully crafted French delights, guests can head to the restaurant bar, which boasts white-leather and chrome barstools. Alternatively, you can stop by Le Bar to people watch, marvel at its fiber-optic ceiling and library-style sitting area, or while the evening away with a delicious cocktail.

Meeting and event space comprises 10,000 square feet, including a 4,592-square-foot-ballroom with angled, floor-to-ceiling windows that offer views of the John Hancock Center. Also on site are eight larger Chicago meeting rooms and smaller breakout rooms. Two complimentary business centers offer faxing, printing, copying and scanning. Guests can also stay fit at the 24-hour fitness center, which features free weights, weight-training machines, stationary bicycles and treadmills.

Sofitel Chicago Water Tower is five blocks from Lake Michigan, the perfect spot for a brisk walk, jog, or bike ride along a 20-mile lakefront path. Oak Street Beach, located just a half-mile away, is great for swimming and catching some rays. The nearby Sydney R. Marovitz golf course boasts a challenging and picturesque nine-hole course along Lake Michigan.