A friend and I stayed here for 3 nights. As it was our first time in Chicago, we wanted something with easy access to shopping, lots of things to do and places to eat. The Allerton did not disappoint.

We were able to walk to almost everything we wanted to do (parks, navy pier, shopping, restaurants, etc). We did have to take a bus to Bucktown, but the stop was right near the hotel.

The staff were friendly, though we didn't interact with them too much.

The room was in good condition and clean, but the layout was awkward, not allowing the person on the far side of the bed much room to walk to their side (less than a foot). As two girls, we didn't mind sharing one bed, but it was hard to get around without disturbing one an other.

We were very impressed with the fitness center. There are several cardio machines (bikes, elliptical, 4 treadmills) each with their own tv screen and weight machines/ free weights. It was clean and there were always plenty of towels. It is bright and airy and wasn't overly crowded when we were there.

The restaurant in the hotel was ok. It had good food, but not really a good place to have a 'night out.'

Overall, we would happily stay at the Allerton again; It was the best value for us.

The hotel is right in the centre of the Loop - the heart of Chicago. Within a walking distance to the Theater District and all of the museums. Great spot, excellent bathroom (all walls in marble). Tiny room, no fridge, but - hey! - again, excellent location :)))
Fitness centre on 25th floor overlooking the city, business centre with 24hour access to internet - opens with the guest room card, wifi with additional charge.

I have traveled in large cities like NYC, LA, SF and have stayed at a wide range of Hotels and have experienced a wide range from good to bad in service and the type of rooms. I have to say this place takes the cake on not looking nearly as nice as the pictures on their web site. They say they had a complete renovation in July of 08, ok not even a year ago. Then why was the furniture in our room busted stained with god knows what and the shower caulking was peeling and falling into the shower and floor. The sink and toilet had stains like rust on floor and around the faucets. The carpet in the room was thread bear with rips and holes in the middle of the room. The walls in the halls are scratched busted wood trims filthy looking doors etc. All of this combines to make a so called "nice" hotel have the appearence of a dump. For the prices they list you can find MUCH MUCH BETTER elsewhere. I have pics and will post them later. If you are use to staying at cheap roadside hotels then this is your place you might think its a palace. But trust me its not. Plus the staff was rude and not helpful from the doorman that ignored us on entry with our bags to the bar tender that took the cake or rude. I would say stay away from this Hotel. Oh we also had nail clippings in our bed sheets and the towels left a layer of linen like dust all over my body and in our hair. Its riduculous that I coudlnt take a shower and dry off with a towel without being covered in a layer of white lint. Plus on check in we asked for a room with a view they had plenty she said on entry, we thought cool how lucky, then upon entry to our room our view was of a fire escape.. nice job lady. Sure she had a good laugh about that with her co-worker (slackers) .

We stayed at the Allerton this weekend for our anniversary and the entire experience was wonderful. The staff is fantastic. Every single person we talked to had a great attitude. Our room was on the 12th floor - between the two sets of elevators. NO noise problem. We heard sirens from time to time, and some water running fro time to time, but nothing serious.

Great view of the Water Tower and the Hancock building. The room was long and narrow, but well proportioned. Small-ish, but this is downtown Chicago. If you want a big room, you should reserve a suite.

We walked around the corner to the Corner Bakery and had a great meal. The hotel is also just a block from Gino's East - our favorite. We enjoyed shopping on Michigan Avenue, and went back to the room when we needed to rest, then back out from more shopping.

This hotel is right in the middle of everything. It was an ideal place to stay. We will definitely return!