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Burnham Hotel
1 West Washington Street
Chicago, IL 60602
Nightly Rates (84.00 - 329.00)   3 Star

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Property Description
Located in the heart of Chicago on Historic State Street the Hotel Burnham projects an atmosphere of historical and whimsy decorated to the hotels theme of romance. Completed in 1895 as the reliance building it was one of the first steel framed skyscrapers in the world. Dark finished mahogany wood/rich colored leathers and silk Drapery unite to recreate the men's club atmosphere that once occupied this space. Tumbled stone flooring in the entry lobby compliment the restored stone floor used in the original lobby. Swans mated for life swim in the corridor carpet design of our guestroom floors. Cherubs adorn the guestroom bedding adding to the romance theme. Expansive windows feature incredible views of downtown Chicago are draped in handsome blue velvet and tie back panels with samplings of Mozart's symphonies.Hotel RenovationsThe Burnham was opened in October of 1999 after the building underwent a complete renovation.All Hardware and Soft goods are new.2004 - guest room carpets replaced.




Amenities
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock

  • Babysitting/Child Services

  • Barber/Beauty Shop

  • Business Center

  • Coffee Maker in Room

  • Concierge

  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities

  • Hairdryers Available

  • Mini Bar

  • Modem Lines in Room

  • Modem Lines in Room

  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

  • Pets Allowed

  • Restaurant

  • Room Service

  • Safe Deposit Box

  • Fitness Center or Spa

  • Television with Cable

  • Laundry/Valet Services


  • Room Information
  • Guest Rooms

  • The luxury hotel Burnham caters to distinguishing guests, offering quality service in an intimate, one-of-a-kind setting. Enveloped in rich fabrics of gold and blue, the Burnham's inviting guestrooms reflect the elegance and intimacy of our downtown boutique hotel. Complemented by dramatic bay windows and magnificent views of the Chicago skyline, a focal point is the guest bed with its blue velvet headboard, a canopy of sheer gold fabric and a soft cotton sateen bedspread covered with mischievous cherubs. Exceeding the expectations of savvy travelers, the boutique hotel Burnham provides the following amenities in all 103 guestrooms and 19 suites:-Detailed furnishings, including mahogany writing desk, large gentleman's chest, and ribbed cotton chaise lounge-complimentary high-speed internet access in all our guestrooms-2-line speakerphones with computer data port, private voicemail-CD stereo systems-Amenities of home: bathrobes, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, and Aveda bath amenities-individual climate control-daily newspaper delivered to each guestroom-gourmet treats in the fully-stocked honor bars, and refrigerator-Twice-daily maid service, including evening turndown service-ice service daily-Bring your pet with you - we are a pet-friendly hotelThe downtown hotel Burnham offers travelers every luxury of a four-star Hotel in a unique setting that is truly a piece of Chicago's dramatic History. All guests enjoy the following amenities:-Full concierge staff and preferred reservations at Kimpton restaurants-Complimentary morning coffee-Complimentary evening wine reception in the lobby-24-hour in-room dining-Valet laundry, dry cleaning, and complimentary shoeshine-Valet parking $34-Atwood café, offering sophisticated American comfort food-Business services available, such as typing, copying, and faxing-Safety deposit boxes at the front desk***No windows in the hotel open******The hotel does not offer rollaway beds or pull out sofas***Queen Deluxe - QDNX - 72 rooms in the hotel-175 sq. Ft. With queen bed-Room only accommodates 2 guests-View of Washington street or state street-Does not connect with any other roomsKing Deluxe - KGDX - 13 rooms in the hotel-180 sq. Ft. With king bed-Room only accommodates 2 guests-View of Washington street or state street-Does not connect with any other roomsDouble Double Deluxe - DBDX - 18 rooms in the hotel-185 sq. Ft. With 2 double beds-Room only accommodates 4 guests-View of Washington street or state street-Does not connect with any other roomsSeductively extravagant and whimsically appointed two-room suites provide Room to do everything or absolutely nothing.Deluxe Queen Suite - DXST - 5 rooms in the hotel-380 sq. Ft. With queen bed in bedroom-Parlor room has loveseat and plush chair-Room only accommodates 2 guests-Bay-windowed suite overlooks state street-Does not connect with any other roomsExecutive Ding Suite - EXST - 14 rooms in the hotel-395 sq. Ft. With king bed in bedroom-Parlor room, separated from bedroom by French doors, has loveseat and desk-Room only accommodates 2 guests-Bay-windowed suite has dramatic city views-Does not connect with any other rooms

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    All rates are based upon availability.

    Miscellaneous Information
  • American Dollars is the native currency. 

  • Check in time is 3:00 P.M. 

  • Check out time is 12:00 Noon 

  • Opened in  1894 

  • Renovated in  1999 

  • 122  rooms. 

  • 0  suites. 

  • 14  floors. 


  • Directions
    Directions from O'Hare airport (ORD)-Take I-90/Kennedy expressway or I-94/Eden's expressway eastbound to the downtown Chicago area.-Exit at Washington street.-Turn left; follow to state street (about a mile).-the hotel Burnham is at the corner of state and Washington at 1 w.Washington street Take I-90/94 (Dan Ryan Expressway) west bound into downtown. Exit at Washington St. and turn right. Continue on Washington St. to State St. (Approx. 1 mile). The hotel is at the corner of Washington and State on the right hand side. Directions from Midway Airport (MDW)-Take I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway) to i-90/i-94 west (Kennedy Expressway).-Take I-90/i-94 westbound to the downtown Chicago area.-Exit at Washington street.-Turn right; follow to state street (about a mile).-The hotel Burnham is at the corner of State and Washington at 1 w.Washington street. Take I-290 (Eisenhower Expressway) to I-90/94 West (Kennedy Expressway). Exit at Washington St. and turn right. Continue on Washington St. to State St. (Approx. 1 mile). The hotel is at the corner of Washington and State on the right hand side. The hotel is located at 1 West Washington Street Chicago, IL 60602. The property is situated on State Street in the heart of the new Theater district and is convenient to North Michigan Avenue (the magnificent mile) and the loop business district. Minutes walk from city hall, the merchandise mart, AON building, Chicago tribune tower, NBC tower, the Wrigley building, the Chicago merchandise exchange, board of trade and Sears tower. Just a quick and easy cab ride to McCormick place, lakeside center and navy pier. Chicago O'Hare -ORD- is 17 miles northwest.

    Guarantee Policy
    A credit card guarantee is required

    Cancellation Policy
    All reservations must be cancelled 24 hours prior to arrival local hotel time

    Restaurant Information
    The Atwood Cafe  Atwood CafeThe contemporary American cafe for any time of the day is an intimate 75 seat restaurant located in the heart of Chicago's central business district and the state street retail and theater district. The menu features a seasonal cuisine with creative interpretations of contemporary American cafe fare for any time if the day- breakfast, lunch, tea, and dinner.Days & hoursBreakfast: - Monday - Friday: 7am-10am- Saturday: 8am-1:30pmBrunch: - Sunday: 8am-3pmLunch: - Monday - Saturday: 11:30am-3pmDinner: - Sunday - Sunday: 5pm-10pmTea Service: - Monday - Sunday: 3pm-4pmBar Service:- Daily: 11am-11pmBar Menu:- Daily: 2pm-10pmAverage check: - Lunch: 18.00 - Dinner: 32.00- Sandwiches: 15.00Seating capacity: 75 peopleCredit cards: all major credit cards acceptedParking: valetExecutive chef: Heather TerhuneMeal plansContinental breakfast is through room service.Continental breakfast offers: pastries, coffee, juices, tea, and milk.Continental breakfast is served al carte in Atwood's restaurant.

    Meeting Facility
  • Business Services
  •   The hotel Burnham has business services available through the front desk for your business needs while on property.Business services include:.copying.faxing.shippingSome services do have a fee and can be charged to your room account.


    Recreation Information
  • Health Club/Spa Facilities

  • Health club/spa facilitiesThe Burnham hotel features a fitness center. The facility is complimentary for hotel guests who obtain access through their electronic room key. The Fitness room is accessible 24 hours per day.Equipment includes:- Lifecycle stair climbers- Lifecycle recumbant stationary bicycles- Lifecycle treadmills- Free weights with benchTowels and spring water are available to guests at no charge.The hotel also has an agreement with Bally's total fitness guests mayPurchase 15.00 passes at the front desk.

     
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