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Sofitel Chicago	Average Price: $283 Check Rates

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20 East Chestnut Street - Downtown

Chicago, 60611 View map View Large Map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 2 of 39
Average review rating: 4.62

OpinionWell Value Index: 9

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (42) , MyTravelGuide (134) , Travelocity (5) , TripAdvisor (777) , YahooTravel (21)

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Construction:	No recent comments about construction were found.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. They also charge for wi-fi, which I don't expect to pay extra for at a 4-star hotel.

"Not so much... " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/22/2010 Vote

2. The hotel's website talks about its WI-FI access, but it's an extra charge.

"Perfect Location, Okay Value " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/15/2010 Vote

3. I almost half expected to see some type of extra charge upon departure, but no, I was pleasantly surprised by a zero balance on the bill.

"Luxury Luxury Luxury! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/2/2010 Vote

4. They do allow pets for an additional charge.

"Excellent long weekend stay at the Sofitel! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/13/2010 Vote

5. The mini fridge was too small to fit anything in (beware those of you who eat at Giordano's Pizza!), and was equipped with sensors that would charge you if you even removed an item.

"Sofitel Water Tower - Perfection " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/31/2009 Vote

6. No big, the hotel quickly waived the charge after I explained.

"Excellent Hotel in Downtown Chicago " Read full review on Expedia 9/9/2009 Vote

7. Also, it is a shame that this and all 'luxury' hotels charge for wireless.

"Quiet Retreat in the Heart of Everything " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/9/2009 Vote

8. I got a refrigerator in my room at no extra charge.

"Quiet Retreat in the Heart of Everything " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/9/2009 Vote

9. Call the front desk and asked for a small frig and recieved one with no charge.

"Great Stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/8/2009 Vote

10. I mentioned the charge to the reservationist and all she said was, 'I`ll inform management.

"nice hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 8/27/2008 Vote