Viceroy Chicago

Viceroy Chicago sits in the heart of the Gold Coast, pairing the preserved façade of a century-old neighborhood building with a modern glass tower. The result feels more rooted in Chicago than a typical contemporary luxury high-rise, while Lake Michigan and the Magnificent Mile remain close by.

The hotel has 180 guestrooms, including 18 suites, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a mid-century-inflected palette of black, gold and warm textures. The rooms are polished without becoming overly formal, making the property work equally well for a weekend stay or a business trip.

The seasonal rooftop pool is the standout warm-weather amenity, offering skyline and Lake Michigan views from above the Gold Coast. A fifth-floor fitness center, complimentary seasonal bicycles and local wellness partnerships give guests useful options beyond the pool.

Somerset is the hotel’s primary restaurant, while Pandan brings cocktails and East Asian flavors to the evening. Both reinforce the property’s neighborhood feel rather than turning the hotel into a self-contained resort.

Viceroy Chicago is best for travelers who want a stylish, relatively intimate base in one of the city’s most walkable upscale neighborhoods. Its strongest advantages are the Gold Coast location, rooftop pool and a design that balances Chicago history with a sharper modern edge.