The Raphael Chicago

The Raphael Chicago - overview.

• 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.

The Raphael Chicago - Room details

This hotel has 172 guestrooms, all of which include in-room safes, un-stocked mini refrigerators, and bathrobes.
• Standard room - These guestrooms offer one king or two double beds, are quite spacious, and are decorated with striped or floral-print curtains and bedspreads.

The Raphael Chicago - Property information

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.

The Raphael Chicago - Dining information

• For a fee, guests of the hotel enjoy a daily Continental breakfast consisting of coffee, juice, Danish pastries, and fresh fruit. The hotel does not have its own restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area.
• Nearby restaurants:
  Mike Ditka’s
  Nanjing
  Gibson’s Steakhouse
  Pizzeria Uno
  Tavern on Rush

The Raphael Chicago - Recreation information

"The Raphael’s companion property, The Tremont (2.5 blocks away), offers a small cardio fitness room with sauna and massage treatments. The Raphael is 2 blocks from a lakeside path used for running, biking, and in-line skating. The Marovitz public golf course along Lake Michigan is 4.5 miles from the hotel. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply."
• Golf
• Hiking/biking trails
• Sailing
• Tennis

The Raphael Chicago - Policy information

• There is a fee for valet parking with in-and-out privileges.
• There are no room charges for children 16 and younger occupying the same room as their parents.
• Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
• Upon check-in, photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required for incidental charges. For cash-paying customers, a photo ID and a daily cash payment is required for incidentals.
• All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.
• Check-in time is 3 PM
• Check-out time is Noon
• Pets not allowed

The Raphael Chicago - Amenities

• Bathrobes
• Cable/satellite TV
• Climate control
• Clock radio
• Complimentary newspaper (M-F)
• Desk
• Hair dryer
• In-room safe
• Iron/ironing board
• Modem Internet access
• Multi-line phone
• Voice mail

The Raphael Chicago - Attractions

• In city center
• Water nearby
• Michigan Avenue (shopping) - 1 block
• John Hancock Center Observatory - 1 block
• Here’s Chicago tour information - 2.5 blocks
• Water Tower Place - 3 blocks
• Rush Street clubs - 4 blocks
• Grant Park on the lakefront - 1 mile
• Navy Pier - 1 mile
• Tribune Building - 1 mile
• Buckingham Fountain - 1.5 miles
• North Beach - 2 miles
• Chicago Board of Trade - 2 miles
• The Art Institute of Chicago - 2 miles
• Sears Tower - 2 miles
• Soldier Field - 2.5 miles
• McCormick Place - 4 miles
• Wrigley Field - 4 miles

  Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD): Approximate driving time is 29 minutes and distance is 19 miles.

  Driving directions from Chicago O’Hare International Airport: Take I-190 east to I-90 east/Kennedy Expwy east; this will merge with I-94 east. Take Exit 48B (SR-64/North Ave/1600 North). Turn left onto W North Ave/SR-64. Turn right onto N La Salle Blvd, which becomes N La Salle Blvd/N La Salle St. Turn left onto W Chicago Ave. Turn left onto N Mies Van Der Rohe Way.

The Raphael Chicago - Address

The Raphael Chicago
201 E Delaware Pl
Chicago