Best Hotels near Kendall College

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago offers sleek, modern accommodations six blocks west of The Magnificent Mile. The 221-room hotel is geared toward the young, trendy crowd with its minimalistic design that includes velvet couches and subway tile bathrooms. Each room comes with a wet bar, a 46-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. According to recent guests, the gem of this property is the panoramic views offered at the fourth-floor IO Rooftop Lounge, which sits on the rooftop and features a terrace, as well as a glass-walled atrium with a retractable roof. The Godfrey Hotel Chicago also includes a fitness center and the Spa Boutique, with provides services like massages and facials. Guests, though, warn that front desk service can be hit or miss and note travelers should review the bill before departing to ensure no additional charges were accidentally applied. 

Housed within an industrial-style building made of concrete and glass, the Ace Hotel Chicago is an urban haven for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is located in Chicago's West Loop area, a popular district known for its top-notch restaurants and shops. Plus, attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago, The Chicago Theatre and Navy Pier are a short ride away on the L. Accommodations range from "small" 290-square-foot rooms to Ace Suites with 864 square feet of space, but all feature navy, white and gray color palettes, black-tiled bathrooms and midcentury modern furnishings. (Some warn, though, the rooms were a touch on the dark side.) Standard amenities include organic cotton sheets, stocked minibars, free Wi-Fi access, Rudy's toiletries and custom Bluetooth radios. Select guest rooms also boast curated vinyl collections with turntables and acoustic Martin guitars. Outside the rooms, guests can take advantage of the 24-hour fitness center, a photo booth, Waydown (the rooftop bar with nightly entertainment) and a rooftop garden and event space. And when it's time to eat, head to City Mouse, which serves seasonal Midwestern fare daily. Recent visitors loved the hotel's central location, friendly staff and rooftop bar.

Nestled within Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood by The Magnificent Mile's shops and the 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck, the Viceroy Chicago is a convenient option for leisure travelers and history buffs. Inside, you will find 1920s-themed guest rooms and suites with bold accent walls and period-inspired furnishings, plus various modern conveniences, including Nespresso machines, rain showers and free in-room Wi-Fi access. Additional perks like a seasonal rooftop pool and lounge, a fitness center and Somerset, an American restaurant that's helmed by Michelin-starred chef Lee Wolen, are located outside the rooms. Although this Viceroy property lacks other amenities, such as a spa and a business center, many previous guests raved about the Viceroy's "outstanding" service, "spectacular" rooftop and "beautiful" rooms. What's more, several appreciated having access to the hotel's complimentary Tesla car service. If you opt to forgo using the Viceroy's Tesla, you can get around via the L (the closest subway station sits a few blocks away). Or, you can use your own set of wheels, but keep in mind the $72 overnight valet parking fee.

Part hotel, part members club, the Soho House Chicago offers a unique experience for travelers. Decorated in a retro, hip style, the hotel and club offers a host of amenities that include a rooftop pool, an expansive 17,000-square-foot gym, a 30-seat cinema room, the Cowshed spa and a music room with monthly events. After working up an appetite, guests can choose from two members-only establishments or three open-to-the-public eateries that serve everything from pizza to free-range chicken. Guests compliment all the common spaces, saying they are beautifully decorated and always buzzing with activity. When it's time to bed down, guests can choose from rooms ranging from small, spanning 200 to 300 square feet, to large rooms, which measure 600 square feet. No matter which size you choose, accommodations come with king-sized beds, Egyptian cotton sheets and walk-in rainforest showers. Decorative touches like concrete ceilings, ornate rugs and wood flooring add to the chic aesthetic of the hotel and club. Guests and locals alike praise the Soho House Chicago for offering laid-back luxury, but for others, the constant activity wasn't relaxing enough. You'll find the Soho House located three blocks southeast of Morgan Station in the trendy West Loop neighborhood. 

Located five blocks from The Magnificent Mile on Chicago's North Side, the Hotel Felix has an almost perfect location for travelers looking to hit the city's most popular attractions. And the hotel's sustainable practices (it was the first hotel in Chicago to receive a Silver LEED certification) are a hit with those who strive to live green. This boutique property's 225 rooms are outfitted with luxurious bedding and techie perks, like complimentary Wi-Fi access, iHome docking stations, and motion-activated lighting. But not everyone who stays here leaves feeling "felix" (the hotel takes its name from the Latin word for "happy"). Many travelers say that the rooms here are too small for the hotel to be considered a high-end property, while others cite inconsistent customer service as a reason to steer clear. If you do decide to stay at the Hotel Felix, you'll have access to the in-house Spa Boutique, not to mention Troquet restaurant, which does earn praise for its French cuisine and relaxed atmosphere.