Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile Review

Description

Although located in downtown Chicago, Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile brings the best features of France to the US. Its unique French aesthetic is tastefully merged with a contemporary architectural design, leaving no passerby indifferent to its splendid construction. Enjoy a high-ranking location, a myriad of facilities, and delightful pops of French culture.

Location

Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile is within a walking distance from the biggest bustling tourist attractions in Chicago – Michigan Avenue, the Art Institute, St. James Chapel, the 360 Chicago Observation Deck, and the Museum of Contemporary Art. With so many places to explore at your fingertips, you don’t have to worry about finding things to fill your itinerary with.

Apart from artsy destinations, there are numerous shopping sights to explore on Michigan Avenue, from Louis Vuitton to Nordstrom. The Chicago French Market is a short walk away from Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, just like some popular restaurants such as Bistronomic and Margeaux Brasserie.

Style and Character

Towering over North Michigan Avenue, this eye-catching skyscraper is built by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, so you can expect to see refined French touches sprinkled in throughout the 32-floor building. The juxtaposition of traditional local culture and inventive French art de vivre makes for a truly special and memorable stay.

The common areas including the lobby and the restaurants are bright and open, inviting the natural light to emphasize the unique design. The hotel doesn’t have a strict color palette; deep reds and beige fitments decorate the lobby, while the suites have a black-and-white color scheme.

Services and Facilities

The service at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile is rather remarkable. The staff is very detail-oriented and will ensure that you feel as if you’ve been transported to central Paris by welcoming you with standard French greetings. There is a capacious fitness center on the property which allows you to stay on your fitness schedule even while traveling. A business center, meeting rooms, and conference facilities are also available for booking.

Rooms

Keeping the French art de vivre theme intact, the rooms feature a large and cushy bed with luxury duvet. The sizable en-suite bathrooms interestingly intertwine marble and light wood and offer a large tub, while the large, well-lit mirrors are perfect for impeccable makeup application.

Each of the 415 rooms available for booking come with outstanding views of the city’s famous skyline and some even feature views of Lake Michigan. Coffee and tea are complimentary during breakfast, however, there isn’t a coffee machine in the rooms. A flat-screen TV, blackout curtains, a minibar, and complimentary toiletries are included.

Guests can book a PURE Wellness Room located on the 20th floor that’s hypoallergenic and suitable for anyone with allergies or asthma.

Food and Drink

There are two restaurants on the property of Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile: PRÊT-À-EMPORTER (ready-to-go) and CDA (Chicago-to-go). Offering French cuisine, guests at PRÊT-À-EMPORTER can enjoy a variety of traditional French meals like the Brioche French Toast. CDA, on the other hand, specializes in Mediterranean-inspired cuisine made with the freshest ingredients possible.

Le Bar, a stylish dining and cocktail spot, designed by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, also brings the taste of the Mediterranean to Chicago. In addition to gems like the Grilled Shrimp Caesar and Assorted Macarons, they serve exotic and scrumptious cocktails.

Value for Money

The rates at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile depend on whether you’re staying at one of their rooms or whether you opt for a suite. The rooms range between $180 and $200 a night, while the suites start from $250 a night for the Junior Suite and $280 a night for the Prestige Suite.

Guests

If staying near popular must-see tourist attractions and historic museums, indulging in French cuisine, and waking up to stunning views of Chicago sounds like your cup of tea, then don’t hesitate to book Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile for your next city break in the Windy City.