Location. The Swissotel-Chicago soars 43 stories alongside the Chicago River in downtown Chicago, Ill. This property is located three blocks from Lake Michigan and the Lakefront Running Path. An underground passageway connects the hotel to the urban Illinois Center and Michigan Avenue, both located less than four blocks away. The Tribune Tower and the Wrigley Building stand four blocks from the hotel. Hotel Features. The triangular glass-enclosed Swissotel-Chicago was specifically designed to offer, from every angle, panoramic views of the Chicago skyline, Lake Michigan and Navy Pier. Sharing the view are dining options including The Palm restaurant that serves steak, seafood and Italian specialties, and Geneva's Restaurant, known for its buffet-style breakfast. The three-story lobby features a bar with a double-sided fireplace and a veranda. A fully-staffed business center offers a range of shipping services, plus fax, photocopy and print services. The 2,500-square-foot fitness center contains cardiovascular and weight-training equipment. Fees apply for use of the fitness equipment. Use of the indoor pool, dry sauna and spa tub is complimentary.

Guestrooms. The 43-story Swissotel - Chicago offers 632 smoke-free, contemporary guestrooms decorated in autumn colors. Beds are draped with 300-thread count cotton sheets and duvets. Cushioned armchairs are paired with ottomans. Italian marble-clad bathrooms offer bathrobes and contain separate showers and bathtubs. Minibars are stocked with treats. Rooms include flat-screen televisions and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access.

Expert Tip. Guests may choose to begin mornings in the Penthouse Health Club with workouts accompanied by 42nd-floor Lake Michigan views, and complete their days poolside gazing upon Chicago's illuminated lakefront vistas.

Room Types:

Swiss Deluxe room:   One king bed. City, lake, or river view. Contemporary decor with chrome and dark-wood furnishings, striped drapes, glass-topped desk, black-leather desk chair, ottoman. Premium bedding with 300-thread-count Egyptian-cotton sheets. CD player, minibar, coffeemaker. Cable TV with premium channels and video games (surcharge). Marble bathroom with separate tub and shower, scale, bathrobes, hair dryer, Bodylogics toiletries. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Umbrella provided.

Lakeview:   One single or double bed. View of Lake Michigan, Chicago River, and Navy Pier. Contemporary decor with chrome and dark-wood furnishings, striped drapes, glass-topped desk, black-leather desk chair, ottoman. Premium bedding with 300-thread-count Egyptian-cotton sheets. CD player, minibar, coffeemaker. Cable TV with premium channels and video games (surcharge). Marble bathroom with separate tub and shower, scale, bathrobes, hair dryer. Bodylogics toiletries. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Umbrella provided.

Room plus Sharks at Shedd package:   One king bed. Two all-access passes to the Sea Star Quest exhibit at Shedd Aquarium. City, lake, or river view. Contemporary decor with chrome and dark-wood furnishings, striped drapes, glass-topped desk, black-leather desk chair, ottoman. Premium bedding with 300-thread-count Egyptian-cotton sheets. CD player, minibar, coffeemaker. In-room safe. Cable TV with premium channels and video games (surcharge). Marble bathroom with separate tub and shower, scale, bathrobes, Bodylogics toiletries. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Umbrella provided.

Executive Suite:   One king bed or two double beds. Desk. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). TV with premium cable channels and pay movies. CD player. Coffee/tea maker and minibar. Iron/ironing board. Hair dryer and designer toiletries. In-room safe.

Driving Directions: From Chicago Midway International Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 15 miles.

Drive North on SR-50/S Cicero Avenue. Continue to I-55 and proceed north. Continue west on I-90/Dan Ryan Expressway. Exit at Ohio Street. Turn right onto Michigan Avenue. Turn left onto Wacker Drive.