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Burnham Hotel
1 West Washington Street
Chicago, IL 60602


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Property Description
The architectural grandeur of a bygone era comes alive at the Hotel Burnham: a Four-Star luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Chicago's famous Loop. Located on Historic State Street the Hotel Burnham projects an atmosphere of the historical and whimsy decorated to the hotels theme of romance. Completed in 1895 as the Reliance Building it was one of the first steel framed skyscrapers in the world. Dark finished mahogany wood, rich colored leathers and silk drapery unite to recreate the men's club atmosphere that once occupied this space. Tumbled stone flooring in the entry lobby complement the restored stone floor used in the original lobby. Swans, mating for life, swim in the corridor carpet design of our guestroom floors. Expansive windows featuring incredible views of downtown Chicago are draped in handsome blue velvet and tie back panels with samplings of Mozart's symphonies.The lobby's details can all be admired from the "Living Room", where overstuffed leather couches and mohair chairs invite guests to stay and relax. The "Living Room" also hosts the evening's complimentary wine reception and the morning's coffee and tea service. Other services include 24-hour room service, valet laundry, complimentary overnight shoeshine, business services, valet parking, and a full-service concierge. The pet-friendly hotel welcomes pets with a treat plus food and water dishes to use during their stay. The 122 richly appointed guest rooms continue the elaborate design of the hotel decor. Guests can indulge with the in-room spa services provided by Relax and Rejuvinate. Plush robes and L'Occitane bath products are standard amenities, along with complimentary yoga accessories, A/C, CD stereo, 2-line phone with voicemail, evening turndown, hairdryer, minibar, morning paper, complimentary DSL WiFi Internet and flat-screen TV. The Forgot it-We've Got It program happily provides forgotten toiletries.All Guest Rooms are nonsmoking. As with all Kimpton Hotels, pets are welcomed with a treat and supplied with food and water dishes to use during their stay. Walking services are available. Hotel Burnham also features Kimpton's Forgot It, We've Got It program, where we offer toiletry items that you may have left at home. Situated at the corner overlooking that great street, State Street, The Atwood Cafe draws Chicago residents and guests alike with its sophisticated American menu and vintage decor. While noted for its deluxe breakfasts and pre-theater dinners, Atwood also offers the perfect drop-in-anytime sanctuary from the quick pace of downtown Chicago. Hotel Renovations. The Burnham was opened in October of 1999 after the building underwent a complete renovation.All Hardware and Soft goods are new. 2004 - guest room carpets replaced, 2005 all mattresses and bedding replaced, 2007 the Reliance Room was built. Our environmental program, Kimpton Hotels EarthCare, supports a sustainable world by using non-intrusive, high quality, eco-friendly products and services, including In-Room recycling bins, non-toxic cleaners, organic honor bar items and water/energy efficient measures. Kimpton Hotels EarthCare products and practices are based on California Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Green Lodging Guidelines.
General Property Information
Hotel Rating(s): 4STAR/4
Check In: 3:00 P.M.
Check Out: 12:00 Noon
Currency:American Dollars
Floors: 14
Rooms: 122
Suites: 0
Year Opened: 1894
Year Renovated: 2005
Time Zone: CST
Airport Details
Chicago O'Hare -ORD- is 17 miles northwest.Midway Airport - MDW- is 12 miles southwest
Areas Served
Chicago
Recreation
Recreation information
The Hotel Burnham has an on property fitness center. Fully equipped with ellipiticals, free weights and treadmills. The hotel also has an agreement with Bally's total fitness located 1 block east of the Hotel. Guests may purchase $11.00 passes at the front desk. Kimpton In Touch members receive complimentary pass.


Area Attractions
area information
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About the Location
The hotel is located at 1 West Washington Street Chicago, IL 60602. The property is situated on State Street in the heart of the new Theater district and is across the street from Macy's, a block from Millennium Park convenient to North Michigan Avenue (the Magnificent Mile) and the "Loop" business district. Minutes walk from Millennium Park, city hall, the merchandise mart, AON building, Chicago tribune tower, NBC tower, the Wrigley building, the Chicago merchandise exchange, board of trade and Sears Tower, as well as world-renowned nightlife and dining establishments. The hotel has access to public transportation, which can be used to easily reach O'Hare or Midway airports. Hotel Burnham is also a quick and easy cab ride to McCormick place, Lakeside Center, Museum Campus and Navy Pier.Historic Hotel Burnham is 17 miles from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport and 11 miles from Midway Airport.
Reservaton Information
All rates are based upon availability.
Guarantee Policy: A credit card guarantee is required.
Cancellation Policy: All reservations must be cancelled 24 hours prior to arrival local hotel time.An early departure fee in an amount up to one night's room and tax may apply
Directions
Starting From:Directions information
1. O'Hare Airport Directions from O'Hare airport (ORD) -Take I-90/Kennedy expressway or I-94/Eden's expressway eastbound to the downtown Chicago area. -Exit at Washington street. -Turn left; follow to state street (about a mile). -the hotel Burnham is at the corner of state and Washington at 1 W. Washington street 2. South/Indiana/Michigan Take I-90/94 (Dan Ryan Expressway) west bound into downtown. Exit at Washington St. and turn right. Continue on Washington St. to State St. (Approx. 1 mile). The hotel is at the corner of Washington and State on the right hand side. 2. Midway Airport Directions from Midway Airport (MDW) -Take I-55 north (Stevenson Expressway) to i-90/i-94 west (Kennedy Expressway). -Take I-90/i-94 westbound to the downtown Chicago area. -Exit at Washington street. -Turn right; follow to state street (about a mile). -The hotel Burnham is at the corner of State and Washington at 1 W. Washington street. 4. West Take I-290 (Eisenhower Expressway) to I-90/94 West (Kennedy Expressway). Exit at Washington St. and turn right. Continue on Washington St. to State St. (Approx. 1 mile). The hotel is at the corner of Washington and State on the right hand side.
Property Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Barber/Beauty Shop
Business Center
Coffee Maker in Room
Concierge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Express Checkout
Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
Modem Lines in Room
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Free Newspaper
Pets Allowed
Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Safe Deposit Box
Shops/Commercial Services
Fitness Center or Spa
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
Room Information
Rooms information
The luxury hotel Burnham caters to distinguishing guests, offering quality service in an intimate, one-of-a-kind setting. Enveloped in rich fabrics of gold and blue, the Burnham's inviting guestrooms reflect the elegance and intimacy of our downtown boutique hotel. Complemented by dramatic bay windows and magnificent views of the Chicago skyline, a focal point is the guest bed with its blue velvet headboard, a canopy of sheer gold fabric and a soft cotton sateen bedspread covered with mischievous cherubs. Exceeding the expectations of savvy travelers, the boutique hotel Burnham provides the following amenities in all 103 guestrooms and 19 suites: -Detailed furnishings, including mahogany writing desk, large gentleman's chest, and ribbed cotton chaise lounge -complimentary high-speed internet access in all our guestrooms -2-line speakerphones with computer data port, private voicemail -CD stereo systems -Amenities of home: bathrobes, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, and L' Occitane bath amenities -individual climate control -daily newspaper delivered to each guestroom -gourmet treats in the fully-stocked honor bars, and refrigerator -Laptop compatible safety deposit boxes in each room -Twice-daily maid service, including evening turndown service -ice service daily -Bring your pet with you - we are a pet-friendly hotel The downtown hotel Burnham offers travelers every luxury of a four-star Hotel in a unique setting that is truly a piece of Chicago's dramatic History. All guests enjoy the following amenities: -Full concierge staff and preferred reservations at Kimpton restaurants -Complimentary morning coffee -Hosted Evening Wine Reception in the lobby -24-hour in-room dining -Valet laundry, dry cleaning, and complimentary shoeshine -Valet parking $42 -Atwood Cafe, offering sophisticated American comfort food -Business services available, such as typing, copying, and faxing ***No windows in the hotel open*** ***The hotel does not offer rollaway beds or pull out sofas*** Queen Deluxe - QDNX - 72 rooms in the hotel -175 sq. Ft. With queen bed -Room only accommodates 2 guests -View of Washington street or state street -Does not connect with any other rooms King Deluxe - KGDX - 13 rooms in the hotel -180 sq. Ft. With king bed -Room only accommodates 2 guests -View of Washington street or state street -Does not connect with any other rooms Double Double Deluxe - DBDX - 18 rooms in the hotel -185 sq. Ft. With 2 double beds -Room only accommodates 4 guests -View of Washington street or state street -Does not connect with any other rooms Seductively extravagant and whimsically appointed two-room suites provide Room to do everything or absolutely nothing. Deluxe Queen Suite - DXST - 5 rooms in the hotel -380 sq. Ft. With queen bed in bedroom -Parlor room has loveseat and plush chair -Room only accommodates 2 guests -Bay-windowed suite overlooks state street -Does not connect with any other rooms Executive King Suite - EXST - 14 rooms in the hotel -395 sq. Ft. With king bed in bedroom -Parlor room, separated from bedroom by French doors, has loveseat and desk -Room only accommodates 2 guests -Bay-windowed suite has dramatic city views -Does not connect with any other rooms
Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.


Restaurant Info
Restaurants information
Atwood Cafe The contemporary American cafe for any time of the day is an intimate 75 seat restaurant located in the heart of Chicago's central business district and the state street retail and theater district. The menu features a seasonal cuisine with creative interpretations of contemporary American cafe fare for any time if the day- breakfast, lunch, tea, and dinner. Days & hours Breakfast: - Monday - Friday: 7am-10am - Saturday: 8am-1:30pm Brunch: - Sunday: 8am-3pm Lunch: - Monday - Saturday: 11:30am-3pm Dinner: - Sunday - Sunday: 5pm-10pm Tea Service: - Monday - Sunday: 3pm-4pm Bar Service: - Daily: 11am-11pm Bar Menu: - Daily: 2pm-10pm Average check: - Lunch: 18.00 - Dinner: 32.00 - Sandwiches: 15.00 Seating capacity: 75 people Credit cards: all major credit cards accepted Parking: valet Executive chef: Heather Terhune Meal plans Continental breakfast is through room service. Continental breakfast offers: pastries, coffee, juices, tea, and milk. Continental breakfast is served al carte in Atwood's restaurant.


Meeting Facility Information
meeting information
THE RELIANCE ROOM - A BEAUTIFUL 450 SQ FT FLEXIBLE SPACE DESIGNED FOR MEETINGS AND PRIVATE FUNCTIONS. THE RELIANCE ROOM OFFERS THE PERFECT SETTING FOR UPSCALE MEETINGS EXECUTIVE CONFERENCES AND PRIVATE DINING FOR GROUPS OF UP TO 40 PEOPLE. CONTACT SALES FOR AVAILABILITY THE KIMPTON GROUP HOTELS CONSIDER TEN ROOMS OR MORE BOOKED BY AN AGENCY-AGENCIES AFFILIATED WITH ONE ANOTHER OR AN INDIVIDUAL AGENT AS A GROUP BOOKING. PLEASE CONTACT THE HOTEL DIRECTLY TO BOOK GROUPS.


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