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Hotel Monaco Chicago - Hotel Reviews from across the web
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No title - expert review
In the heart of downtown, between the Loop and the Magnificent Mile, the Monacos stylishly eclectic, Euro aesthetic is equally suited to business or pleasure travel. The front desk recalls a vintage steamer trunk; the lobby has the feel of a posh living room, with a grand limestone fireplace. Colorf...
mobiltravelguide.howstuffworks.com
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Welcome to Hotel Monaco, nestled among Chicago s most beautiful attractions. This four star hotel and part of the collection of Kimpton Hotels has all the attractions in it- from the sophisticated lobby to the relaxing room decor.Hotel Monaco graceful, stylish, charming. The French interior design a...
cityguide.com
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Conveniently at the north end of the Loop business district, Hotel Monaco Chicago opened in November 1998 as part of the Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group. The total redo of the 14-story Oxford House attracts affluent American travelers - business people on weekdays, couples on weekends - seeking...
eluxury.com
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A registration desk, fashioned after a classic steamer trunk, and meeting rooms named for international destinations such as Tokyo and Paris inspire wanderlust here. Besides the bellhops dressed in safari gear, we love each room's bay windows (the Monaco is the only hotel in the city with 'em) and t...
fodors.com
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This 14-story boutique hotel deftly manages to straddle the line between fun and conservative. The stylish decor is a fresh alternative to Chicago's many cookie-cutter business hotels: The rooms feature dramatic deep-red headboards and green-striped walls, while the lobby - with its gold decorative ...
frommers.com
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This hotel opened in the former Oxford House in November of 1998. The French-deco decor smacks of good taste and has that polished not-lived-in-yet look. Centrally located, the property overlooks the Chicago River and is a short stroll from Michigan Avenue. The Art Institute of Chicago, the Loop and...
gayot.com
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Wrap yourself in luxury at the Hotel Monaco, one of the best downtown Chicago hotels and one of the Top 40 hotels in the U.S.The 192 room Hotel Monaco Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, is an oasis of stylish elegance and comfort. Stepping through the doors of the downtown Chicago Hotel Monaco immediately se...
il.accommodationsusa.com
No title - expert review
With its sensually rich decor, the Hotel Monaco Chicago intends to pamper and seduce guests with a sense of escape to faraway places while enveloping them in sheer comfort. Award winning designer Cheryl Rowley turns to early Deco and the works of Emil Jacques Ruhlmann, a French furniture and theatri...
travel.away.com
No title - expert review
With Its Sensually Rich Decor the Hotel MonacoChicago Intends To Pamper and Seduce Guests With a Sense of Escape To Faraway Places While Enveloping Them in Sheer Comfort. Award Winning Designer Cheryl Rowley Turns To Early Deco and the Works of Emile Jacques Ruhlmann a French Furniture and Theatrica...
gotrump.com
No title - expert review
Indulge yourself through an awakening of taste in the Hotel Monaco Chicago. This elegant hotel was completely renovated in 1998 with a grand Living Room lobby entrance that features painted woodwork in string of pearl detail, a cast limestone fireplace, plush furnishings of damask and velvet in the ...
shdweb.com
No title - expert review
Location. Located along the banks of the Chicago River in Chicago, Illinois central business area and the theater district, the Hotel Monaco is three blocks from the fashionable shops of the Magnificent Mile. The 14 story hotel is three blocks from the Wrigley Building and Tribune Tower. Millennium ...
sidestep.com
No title - expert review
Chicago's Hotel Monaco may be perfectly located for business travelers, but this hotel's atmosphere is anything but buttoned up. Most business hotels aim for inoffensive and land somewhere between bland and charmless—the Monaco, in contrast, heaps on the Art Deco kitsch with a shovel, decorati...
tablethotels.com
Neighborhood - user review
Architecture writers have described this location as Chicago's finest corner...with views of the River, the Wrigley Building, Marina City, the River skyline and on and on. The window seats are incredible for watching, napping or sleeping overnight. Be aware that people who work in the office buildin...
chicago.citysearch.com
Mon Ami, MonAco - user review
Even though the Wacker Drive construction might drive you wacky, taking refuge in the Hotel Monaco was a certain delight. My wife and I were there just a week ago and can't wait 'til we return for another Chicago visit. The decor is fantastic and the little touches by the staff (finding pixie stix a...
chicago.citysearch.com
Leisurely Travel - user review
Hotel Monaca makes leisurely travel easy. On a recent trip to Chicago I ended up staying in one of their suites overlooking the river that runs through the middle of Chicago. The room was very spacious and decorated with bright and comfortable colors. The price for the rooms was reasonable because o...
chicago.citysearch.com
Not for the honeymoon - user review
Hotel Monaco has great charm but should not be your destination for your wedding night. Although the suites are beautiful especially the goldfish the special treatment that you expect on that speci...
chicago.citysearch.com
Great boutique hotel. - user review
Hotel Monaco is a great place to stay in Chicago. Great location 1 block from Michigan Ave right off Wacker and a short walk to tons of restaurants, bars and sights.Rooms decorated is a bright and exciting color scheme making it differ...
chicago.citysearch.com
hop, skip, and jump - user review
Hotel monaco was a fantastic place to stay while visiting chicago. My wife and I enjoyed the walks to the shops on Michigan Ave and the art institute. The room was very nice and I loved the goldfish that kept us c...
chicago.citysearch.com
BRICK WALL - user review
I flew into Chicago with my girl friend for valentines day 2003, and Hotel Monaco was recomended to me, so I tried it out. I asked for a high room with a river view, I got a solid brick walled building 40' away, terrible. This hotel was avera...
chicago.citysearch.com
UNACCEPTABLE - user review
I have stayed in hotels all over the world, and this is probably the worst service that I've ever experienced. The staff was unaccomodating and the hotel did not provide the services that it claimed it would. I decided to try the Monaco because it seemed interesting, was close to the theater, and ha...
chicago.citysearch.com
A nice play to stay - user review
My fiance and I stayed here, and we definatly enjoyed it! The rooms were clean and very comfortable, and I loved the fact that we got robes even in a standard room! The service w...
chicago.citysearch.com
Star treatment for everyone! - user review
My friend and I stayed at the Monaco during a weekend shopping trip last spring. The charming rooms and wonderful location convinced us to return for another weekend this summer. Although there were a few snotty staff members, most of them were kind and treated us like celebrities. We even had "...
chicago.citysearch.com
Good Hotel Service needs Improvement - user review
My girlfriends and me stayed in the Mediterranean suite for our 4th anniversary. The good things were:The hotel location and the room decor were perfect. Windows were you can sit and enjoy the city. The bed is excellent and the jacuzzai is huge. The negatives were: Our room was on the 3rd floor with...
chicago.citysearch.com
Romantic Weekend - user review
My wife and I spent 2 nights at Hotel Monaco. The service was execellent and on time for room service meals. The view of the Chicago River from the corner suite was great, especially when they turned in green...
chicago.citysearch.com
Where´s my fish? - user review
Room was excellent, however I asked twice for my fish and it was never delivered. Hotel restaurant and bar was dead and closed early. Came back at 10:00 on Saturday night and wanted a nightcap...
chicago.citysearch.com
Comfy & Hip - user review
The suites at the Hotel Monaco are fantastic. There are huge windowsills that are perfect for lounging and watching the city go by. Also, they bring you a goldfish bowl with a goldfish to keep you company during your stay. Though I live in Chicago, it's particularly fun to throw a small party or get...
chicago.citysearch.com
Romance in the heart of Chicago - user review
Without a doubt, one of the finest hotels for incurable romantics is the Hotel Monaco. The Lobby is exquisitely decorated in opulence and style. There is a cozy living room fireplace in the Lounge area that features wine tasting daily from 5 6pm. The rooms are just incredible. My room had a soft pad...
chicago.citysearch.com
Rock On, Hotel Monaco! - user review
From the outside, the Hotel Monaco does not look like anything all that special. Once you ...
epinions.com
Romantic Getaway! - user review
Hotel Monaco has carved out their own niche in a hotel packed city. It is in a great location/nice area. It is close to shopping on the MAGNIFICENT MILE!! I loved stopping in at Pottery Barn, Crabtree and Evelyn, it a...
epinions.com
Hotel Monaco Was Great, But Not Perfect - user review
I had been looking for a downtown Chicago hotel in order to set up a special day to ask my fiance to marry me. I had set up an elaborate scavenger hunt, where she would follow clues and eventually end up at the hotel room w...
epinions.com
This Place is Awesome! - user review
I was a first time visitor to Chicago this past weekend. Was torn between staying at the Monaco or at one of the other larger hotels with better views. I ended up getting a really great rate at Quickbook.com ($119) so stayed at ...
epinions.com
Hotel Monaco - user review
In the past 6 months or so, I've stayed in two Hotel Monaco properties Chicago and San Francisco. Both were very pleasant experiences. If you want a hotel that isn't overbearing in size like a Hyatt yet not as closed in as a...
epinions.com
Euro Deco Hotel - user review
Stayed at the Monaco based on recommendations on Travelocity. We got a good deal on Travelocity and stayed there for two days right before Christmas to do the Chicago scene.The location is perfect. You can walk 3 bl...
epinions.com
Style on top of standard 4 5 star amenities - user review
Wonderful small hotel in the heart of downtown Chicago that aims to please from the moment you pull up to the front door.I travel frequently for business, 50 nights per year and to downtown Chicago every other mon...
epinions.com
Excellent Hotel/Location - user review
As others say, large rooms, great location and friendly staff. Quiet as well. Will stay here again. Traveler's tip on nightlife.Be sure to theck out who is playing at House of Blue...
expedia.com
Would stay again for sure - user review
Friendly staff, nicely decorated rooms, and great location make this a place I would come back too. Only negative though would be the coffee in the morning. It would be nice if they were more flexible with the times that the coffee is being served. We would always seem to stroll by at around 10:15 a...
expedia.com
Absolutely Fantastic! - user review
From the second we arrived at the hotel, everyone treated us like royalty! I had told them when making our reservation that it was our wedding anniversary. When we got to our room, not only were we on one of the top floors with a gorgeous view of the river, but they had a complimentary bottle of cha...
expedia.com
Watch out for Kimpton’s policies - user review
FYI to Kimpton Rewards members: they don't give points for stays booked through other sites (like Expedia). Read ...
expedia.com
Best hotel I’ve stayed at! - user review
Hotel Monaco has stylish rooms, wonderful hotel staff, and I loved the goldfish! The windowseat was great, too! Traveler's tip on getting the most out of your stay.The view from the windowseat was amazing! It is well ...
expedia.com
Excellent Chicago hotel - user review
Large, well appointed rooms Great location for shopping Michigan Ave.: Convenient to attractions Museums,Navy Pier, Restaurants. Staff friendly and helpful good Concierge Parking ...
expedia.com
Great Place to Stay! - user review
My husband, my parents, and myself went to this hotel during the 4th of July holiday. Everytime we walked into the hotel they always greeted us and were extreamly helpful. The rooms are nice and comfortable. The hotel is also with in walking distance to many of Chicago's great attractions. We would ...
expedia.com
fair to good and adequate but no more - user review
No inroom coffee.breakfast too expensive and misleading menu no price list for o,j and coffee,offerred and then charged.But good lunch...
expedia.com
We had a wonderful time. - user review
Perfect location, gorgeous view of the river, and a comfy, stylis...
expedia.com
Wonderful evening - user review
Spent a night at Chicago Hotel Monaco with my spouse for our wedding anniversary. Service was very warm, cheery, and knowledgeable. Room was clean and everything was great. Definitely ...
expedia.com
Good place to stay - user review
The hotel was great. The location couldn't have been better. Check in and out was quick and painless. The concierge was able to recommend and get reservations to a fantastic sushi restaurant. I would definitely recommend this h...
expedia.com
Fantastic! - user review
This is a well maintained, well staffed, quiet and well located hotel. All employees were very nice and very helpful and I will certainly return to the Monaco on subsiquent visits to Chicago. Traveler's tip on saving a few bucks.Take the El orange line from Midway for $2.00 and walk one block to the...
expedia.com
Great hotel! - user review
This was our first visit to Chicago and this hotel has great location and service. Within walking distance of many activities. Look forward to staying here o...
expedia.com
Best value you can get. - user review
very friendly and customer focus...
expedia.com
Good location, great staff - user review
We had a good stay. Very helpful staff. The comforter was stained but the room very clean. Ask for a coffeepot and they will bring you up one. Easy access to the L and centrally located. Avoid the restaurant downstairs...food not good and expensive. Many good places to eat and drink in the area so y...
expedia.com
Huge Wow Factor - user review
We have stayed at several places in Chicago and this was by far the best in years. We were pleased with the trendy appearance, comfort of rooms and awesome and very attentive staff. The rates were incredibly reasonable, the concerige staff was very helpful. The location is perfect everything is with...
expedia.com
This hotel defines boutique - user review
My wife and I love this hotel...We live in Chicago and always stay at the Monaco when staying downtown. (We also stay at the Hotel Monaco in other cities if available). The Hotel Monaco does everything right...the quality of the rooms, the friendliness of the staff, the excellent location, the beaut...
fodors.com
Convenient, small & intimate,great service - user review
We stayed here for a getaway weekend and it was delightful. Good coffee, wine reception in evening, beautiful room, attentive staff in a very good location. We loved our goldfish, CD player, bath products. Got a ...
fodors.com
No title - user review
#14 should sum up negative. Otherwise, this hotel was pure boutique. Accommodated us as well as our pet, 'welcome doggie bag' upon arrival, dog bed in room, etc. Very sm...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Accommodations were excellent and the staff frie...
mytravelguide.com
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An enjoyable visit, interesting decor, great ser...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Convenient location, friendly people, very nice rooms. Would recommend it to others; alr...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Excellent hotel, very attentive to needs of traveler, excellent location, I would definitely stay h...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Four star; large rooms; close to sites; concierge helpful; desk personnel co...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Great location, 1 block from Michigan Ave. 2 blocks away from major theaters. Beds are wonderful, large room, large cl...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Great location, wonderful staff. The concierge helped with dinner reservations. Although the hotel was half a block from the L, you could not hear the trains. I plan on making another leisure trip downtown Chicago and will tr...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Great place to stay in Chicago, close to theater, shopping and restaurants. Everyone knew their job very well and were v...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Great stay, most enjoyabl...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Highly recommend this hotel over a chain ho...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Hotel definitely comes as advertis...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I arrived on Saturday and the night desk person was neither friendly or helpful. It took me over an hour to actually get into a room for the night. I spoke with the manager the next morning and he was more than helpful and that somewhat made up for th...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I did not consider this a four star, but a high three very clean and comfortable very accessible to everywhere I w...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I have recommended both the Hotel Monaco to friends. The rooms were very well appointed although we would have appreciated at least one free movie channel, i.e. HBO, Showtime. The ease of check in and parking was the...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I have to say this is one of the nicest and best hotels in Chicago. There is a pretty big ledge in the room that you can lay in or sit in and watch the street below you. You also get a goldfish in the room if you choose. The bed and linen was awesome. I'm very picky on these things and this met my e...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I stayed at (2) W Hotels which were direct competitors with the Monaco. Definitely ask for the corner suite which has 4 lay in large windows looking down on the Chicago River Sky Line. The best room an...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I think this hotel is pretty nice and close to restaurants and shopping. The room was very unique. Although I feel it should be rated as a 3 star. It did not feel super luxurious and that is what I expect fro...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I would call this a boutique hotel as it is very small and quaint therefore you can receive the type of service you expect from a 4 star hotel. Wine service in the evening is a plus, as they s...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I would definitely stay at this hotel again. Helpful staff, great location. Grea...
mytravelguide.com
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I would like to spend more time at this hotel if I can get it for the rate I did this time. I usually do not look for something this nice but this was a goo...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
I would not hesitate to stay at this hotel again. Excellent location, fun and friendly staff. Free Starbucks and tea in the morning, free wine at 5. Room was very clean and decor was fun. Bed was extremely comfortable, and ...
mytravelguide.com
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I would stay at this hotel again. Great location in downtown Chicago. Excellent service by all of the staff. Great restaurant next door (that was attached to the hotel). Loved ...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
It was perfect for the reason we were heading to Chicago. everything ended up being in walking...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
It was wonderful overall. it had all the things you would expect in a 4 star hotel but the bathroom could have been in a holiday inn. that would be my only complaint....
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Located centrally in Chicago. Within walking distance of shopping district and many fine restaurants. Beautiful rooms and helpful staff. Small but very nice exercise space...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Location was very good, close to lots of sights and restaurants and shopping. The decor was fantastic and the afternoon wine was...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Loved the hotel. The window seats overlooking the Chicago River were a plus. Staff was friendly and acc...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
My coworker and I were working in Chicago and wanted to experience the city. We really enjoyed the pub across the street and the hot...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
My daughter and I really enjoyed this hotel. I would definitely recommend this hotel t...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
My wife and I thought the place was great! We were upgraded to the Mediterranean suite, one of the nicest rooms we've ever stayed in. The afternoon wine reception was fantastic and for my business the loca...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Overall it was a nice hotel. Not quite a 4 s...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Reasonably priced 4 star hotels conveniently located for downtown Chicago activities. This was our first experience with Kempton hotels. We enjoyed our stay and will ...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Staff was friendly. They were able to change our room to one not near the elevator since we were traveling with...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Staff was very courteous, concierge even saved us money by suggesting taking a $2 bus to the museums instead of driving and paying for extra parking. The room was nice, well appointed and very quiet. The hotel was a short walk to Michigan Avenue, and not too far of a walk from the Hancock and Sears ...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
The hotel Monaco is not just a place to stay: it's an experience. Take a little time to read on the history of the hotel in the provided literature, and you'll truly appreciate what makes it different than a bed for a night place. It's not just about having a very nice decor, soothing music and rela...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
The Monaco is a delightful place to stay in the Windy City. Located in the heart of the city, the Monaco is an easy walk to Millennium Park and many of Chicago's eateries. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and eager to serve. When they discovered that it was my wife's birthday, a bottle of wine ...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
The Monaco staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed my stay and was very comfortable. The pet friendly aspect of the hotel however was a little unnerving especially when dogs were eating treats in front of the elevator or romping around the area ...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
The staff was very accommodating and hospitable. The location is great for walking almost anywhere in downto...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We would definitely stay there again. The hotel dining was...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
The view was of a multistory parking garage. Also, the toilet seat was still soiled when we first arrived totally...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
This is a great stay! Fabulous hotel with fabulous decor and staff. I enjoyed being right between state street and Michigan avenue. (The two large shopping areas) my husband's favorite part was the large window seat with a great view over the river in our hotel room. He took several Naps there. I am...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
This was an awesome place to stay. The staff was great about telling us get around the city, which bus/train to take or not take. Just mentioned that it was our anniversary at the desk and 20 mines later there was a knock on the door. Here they sent us a bottle of champagne. Very unexpected and much...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Very accommodating, friendly staff combined with cozy, upscale surroundings made for a very spec...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Very central location for the city's downtown area, was able to walk to most of the attractions and parks, very pleasant staff and also...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Very nice hotel. Great decor. Great location. Very clean. Would highly re...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Very nice rooms, quaint window seats overlooking the bustle below. Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfy beds, nice bathrooms. All good. We didn't eat in the restaurant, but I a...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
We changed to this hotel from Swissotel and were extremely happy we did. The staff was friendly and the room had a great feel. The amenities (internet, wine/social hour, fitness center) were complementary rather than being nickel and dimmed. I felt like this hotel was much friendlier than and just a...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
We loved the room cool decor. Staff was excellent concierge pointed us to a perfect restaurant. Will stay with...
mytravelguide.com
No title - user review
Wonderful location. Within walking distance or a short cab ride to everything you would like to see and do in Chicago. Easy access to local buses, trains and trolleys. Wonderful view of the Chicago ...
mytravelguide.com
Hotel Monaco Chicago a Kimpton Boutique Hotel: Hotel Monaco - user review
Had a great time at the Monaco. We've stayed at the SF version and it was pretty much the same story. Good friendly service, quirky staff and decor, and a goldfish to keep us company when we were in the room. We were so close to so many good restaurants that we never to around to trying the hotel's ...
virtualtourist.com
Hotel Monaco Chicago a Kimpton Boutique Hotel: European Luxury Close to The Loop - user review
The Hotel Monaco offers a unique mix of sophistication and fun. It is not a cookie cutter type of hotel. The rooms are decorated in bright colors purples and yellows. it is more like the experience you get staying in a European hotel. Plus, they offer unique services such as when they turn down your...
virtualtourist.com
pricey parking - user review
thirty-six bucks is not unusual for a parking spot in downtown, but i was hoping for something more like free after what i paid...
travel.yahoo.com
Best bed I've ever slept on - user review
I was here on business and the place was incredibly comfortable. The service was impeccable. They are pet-friendly, which might be great for some. It's also very conve...
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Loved everything, except the food - user review
We stayed for a weekend. Loved all the unique touches about this hotel. Suggest you don't go to the hotel restaurant. Overpriced & the food was horrible. We sent it back (wh...
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bad view, good place! - user review
ALthough we really like the Monaco, love the quirkiness of this type of hotel... we have had a view of the back side of the third floor parking garage and the alley with garbage...
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Apathetic Staff Not good service - user review
I have a great love for Kipton Inns, this one does not even come close to the type of service I expect. It's 3:00 I have just returned to my room, and it is still not cleaned, ...
travel.yahoo.com
Just Okay... - user review
I was really excited about my stay here because I had read such great things about this hotel. However, the hotel was nothing spectacular. I expected the hotel to be FANTASTIC...
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Over the top! - user review
This hotel is the nicest hotel that I have ever stayed in! The rooms offer extras - large window seats, animal print robes, novel snacks and impecable service. I could not trave...
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Windy city - user review
What a great city. Beautiful buildings, the lake, a great history, and a progressive city. There is so much to do that it cannot be listed. No where else in the Midwest can you fin...
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our welcome to Chi-town - user review
This was my first (and potentially) only trip to this part of the country. Before this trip I had no desire to venture into this part of the world. I went with my mom to watch a friend ...
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