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The Peninsula Chicago
The Peninsula Chicago is a luxury hotel just off North Michigan Avenue that has held a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating every year since it opened.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury hotel
- Area
- Magnificent Mile, Chicago, United States
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- peninsula.com
Good to know
- Forbes Five-Star every year since opening
- Shanghai Terrace
- The Lobby restaurant
- Afternoon tea
- Overnight valet parking
Why we recommend it
The Peninsula Chicago stands on East Superior Street at North Michigan Avenue, putting it at the heart of the city's main shopping and hotel district. It has received a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating every year since it opened. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report named it the best hotel in Chicago and in Illinois.
The hotel's public spaces are a large part of its appeal. The Lobby restaurant serves a contemporary American menu in a room with 20-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, and it is also the setting for afternoon tea, which the hotel offers at weekends in spring; check current dates when you book. Shanghai Terrace, led by chef de cuisine Elmo Han, serves Chinese cuisine with contemporary takes on Shanghainese, Cantonese and Sichuanese classics, and is a destination in its own right for an evening meal.
Rooms and suites are offered, and the hotel promotes special offers on its larger suites. For travellers arriving by car, the hotel's "Drive in, Sleep in" offer includes overnight valet parking with a room or suite booking, which is useful in a downtown area where parking is expensive. Group bookings of more than eight rooms are handled by a dedicated team.
The Peninsula suits couples on a special trip, business travellers who want a high level of service, and families who value space and a central location. It is one of the most expensive places to stay in the city, so it is best for those prepared to pay for top-tier hospitality.
Location is a major strength. The hotel is about 18 miles from O'Hare International Airport and 12 miles from Midway, and it is within walking distance of the shops and restaurants of North Michigan Avenue. The Chicago River, the Riverwalk and the Loop are a walk or short taxi ride away. If you are celebrating, mention the occasion when you book so the team can plan ahead.
Book directly through the hotel's website for room offers and to arrange services such as valet parking or restaurant reservations in advance. Ask about current dining and tea times when booking, as they change through the year. Guests booking suites should check the website for current packages.
The Peninsula Chicago FAQs
What star rating does The Peninsula Chicago have?
It has received a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating every year since it opened.
Where is it?
At 108 East Superior Street, at North Michigan Avenue.
What restaurants are there?
The Lobby, serving contemporary American food, and Shanghai Terrace for Chinese cuisine.
Does the hotel serve afternoon tea?
Yes. The Lobby serves afternoon tea; check current dates when booking.
Is there parking?
Yes. The Drive in, Sleep in offer includes overnight valet parking with a room booking.
How far is it from the airports?
About 18 miles from O'Hare and 12 miles from Midway.
Who is it best for?
Couples, business travellers and families looking for a top-tier stay in a central location.
Can you book for a group?
Yes. Reservations of more than eight rooms are handled by a dedicated team.