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Swissotel Chicago

323 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA, 60601-9722
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European elegance and hospitality makes Swissôtel Chicago perfect place for your meeting or event, putting attendees steps away from the city’s finest attractions, museums and restaurants. Discover the architectural sites for which the city is known during a Chicago Architectural Foundation river tour, or browse the extraordinary shopping landmark that is The Magnificent Mile. A four-diamond hotel located in the heart of Chicago, Swissôtel boasts plush accommodations and views of Navy Pier, the Chicago River and The Magnificent Mile. With 62,500 sq. ft. of new and flexible event space, Swissôtel sets the standard for Chicago’s downtown hotels.

Venue Details

ChainAccor
BrandSwissotel
Built1988
Renovated2018
Total meeting space65,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms662
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA

Awards

Cvent awards

Venue Highlights

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Wheelchair accessible

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Key Global Eco-Rating
Sustainability level: 4 Green Keys

Certification body: Green Key Global

Issued: 11/15/2024 Expires: 11/15/2027

Seasonal Availability

Do you want to know if your event is during the high or low season? Check the season availability for this hotel.
High season
Apr 01 - Jun 22Sep 02 - Nov 08
Shoulder season
Jun 23 - Sep 01
Low season
Nov 09 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Mar 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
65,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
17,351 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
34
Second largest room
13,974 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
662
Double (2 beds)
293
Suites
41
Tax rate
17.4%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 12 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $60.00/day )
Valet parking
( $78.00/day )
Street parking

Local Attractions

Navy Pier
Navy Pier
Recreation
1 mi
Steps away from Swissotel is Navy Pier--the Midwest’s top entertainment and leisure destination. With more than 50 acres of restaurants, amusement rides, theatres, museums and gardens, this iconic destination is a “can’t-miss” for every traveler.
600 E Grand Ave
Chicago, IL, US 60611
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The Magnificent Mile
The Magnificent Mile
Shopping
5 mins
A unique urban experience awaits you! Four inspiring outdoor festivals beckon you to return at least once a season! You'll find world-class shopping, dining, lodging and leisure entertainment throughout the Magnificent Mile area. There's something for everyone. With four shopping centers, world-renowned boutiques and locally acclaimed designers, Chicago's Magnificent Mile area is a shopper's paradise. After you've shopped 'til you dropped, enjoy a moment to revive and replenish at one of our superb restaurants. Once refreshed, take some time to see Chicago's famous skyline from a birds-eye view, or catch a star at any one of the theater performances in area venues. You'll undoubtedly find you can't squeeze all the fun into one day, so plan to spend a night, a weekend, or an entire week exploring North Michigan Avenue at one of our exceptional hotels.
North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL, US 60611
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Millenium Park
Millenium Park
Park
3 blks
Discover a state-of-the-art collection of architecture, landscape design and art that provide the backdrop for hundreds of free cultural programs including concerts, exhibitions, tours, and family activities. In Millennium Park, you’ll find a new kind of town square – a lively, spectacular gathering spot located in the heart of the city and a destination for Chicagoans and visitors alike.
201 E. Randolph
Chicago, IL, US 60602
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Goodman Theatre
Goodman Theatre
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4 mins
Established in 1925, Goodman Theatre has been a part of life in Chicago for over 80 years. Every season, the Goodman presents the work of an extraordinary group of local, national and international artists.
170 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL, US 60601
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The Art Institute of Chicago
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The Art Institute of Chicago is a fine art museum located near the Loop community in Chicago. The Museum is overseen by President James Cuno. The Museum is known for its extensive collection of Impressionist and American art. It is located on the western edge of Grant Park, at 111 South Michigan Avenue in the Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District, in a building designed by the Boston firm of Shepley, Rutan and Coolidge (1892). It is the third most popular cultural attraction in Chicago.
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL, US 60603
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Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to scheduled arrival. Fee for not cancelling is one night’s room and tax.

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Swissotel Chicago Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Swissotel Chicago regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Swissotel Chicago's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://all.accor.com/fr/sustainable-development/index.shtml
Does Swissotel Chicago have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Action : Sort your hazardous waste & at least 2 types of waste from the following: paper, glass, cardboard or plastic

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Swissotel Chicago and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Swissotel Chicago's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://group.accor.com/-/media/Corporate/Investors/Documents-de-reference/OPT_ACCOR_DEU_2021_MEL_US_300322.pdf

Health and Safety

Were practices at Swissotel Chicago developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Diversey was also associated to build the sanitary guidelines. They were consulted on specific topics. Same with Ecolabel
Does Swissotel Chicago clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, focus on high touch points, room extra desinfection : door knobs, handles, switches, chair, desk, phone, remote control Rearrange furniture?to ensure a minimum distance of 1 meter between each participant (distance may vary upon local regulations)
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