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The Raphael Chicago

Hotel Overview

Small European-style charmer near the big John Hancock Michigan Avenue is 1 block from this intimate hotel, which is 2 blocks from the lake and 1 block from the John Hancock Center. All 172 guestrooms have striped or floral-print bedspreads and curtains, and feature in-room safes and mini fridges. Guests of the Raphael have access to the fitness room and massage treatments at its companion hotel, the Tremont, 2.5 blocks away.

Property amenities

Guests of this 17-story hotel are invited to use the small cardio fitness room with sauna at The Tremont, 2.5 blocks away. Massage treatments are also offered for a fee. The Raphael offers concierge services through the front desk and nightly turndown service.

What to expect: “Shopaholics” and sightseers looking to avoid the Michigan Avenue chain hotels are drawn to this small, red-brick hotel built in the 1920s as a dormitory for nurses. A red canopy hangs over the entrance, which leads to a small, high-ceilinged lobby with wood beams, a wrought-iron chandelier, large arched windows, lots of natural light, upholstered furniture, and tables topped with fresh flowers.

Amenity highlights: Guests of the 17-story Raphael can walk 2.5 blocks to its companion property, the Tremont, for massage treatments and use of a small fitness room with a stair climber, exercise bike, treadmill, and sauna. The Raphael’s front desk staff can book restaurant tables for guests, or point the way to local shops and attractions.

Rooms

This hotel has 172 guestrooms. All rooms feature arched entryways; high, beamed ceilings; striped or floral-print fabrics; and dark-wood furniture. Amenities include mini-refrigerators, bathrobes, dual-line speaker phones, and in-room safes.

Standard room
One king or two double beds. Arched entryway; high, beamed ceiling; dark-wood furniture. Striped or floral-print bedspread and curtains. Mini-refrigerator. Bathrobes. Dual-line speaker phone. In-room safe.

Deluxe Suites
One king or two double beds. Arched entryway; high, beamed ceiling; dark-wood furniture. Striped or floral-print bedspread and curtains. 785 square feet. Sitting area with couch, coffee table, and two upholstered chairs. Desk. Minibar. Mini-refrigerator. Bathrobes. Dual-line speaker phone. In-room safe.