I got "upgraded" to a remodeled room, #1601. Right next to the elevator, and the noises kept me up all night (and usually I have no trouble sleeping). Internet amazingly slow to the point of being unworkable. No ethernet cable to back up the wireless access. Very poor entertainment options. Colleague found a dirty sock under her bed, also found... more

We stayed at the 71 for the Chicago marathon from Oct. 9-15 in 2008. We booked online through lastminute.com already in February and received a really good rate considering the period - marathon times are always crazy. They upgraded us to a riverview room in the 28th floor, gorgeous views. Location is ideal, close to magnificent mile, Navy Pier and... more

I booked the hotel on Hotwire-3 and a half stars at 189 a night. All of the reviews are right. The carpet of the lobby is absolutely filthy gross. Elevators are bizarre and you do have to wait. The hallways reek of some kind of fragrance to cover up some major stale smell. The rooms are beat up. Furniture in... more

Only one elevator operated to service the upper floors. The service elevator was offered as an alternative, but often the wait time was ten minutes or even longer. The housekeeping staff was inconsistent on leaving sufficent towels, etc. I will not stay here again. more

labor day weekend, great weekend I really liked this place, there were a few minor amenities that I am used to. The hotel is still going through renovations but were halted at the time I was there. The elevator was only a small problem, you're on vacation why rush. I liked my room would even stay in the same room... more

We booked this through Priceline so we weren't expecting a true 4 Star Hotel. Upon check-in, we were told the only room available was a big suite. Of course we were thrilled. the room took up an entire side of the hotel. It had a huge 12 seat conference table (there were only 2 of us!). The fllor was unlevel,... more

I have to say, having read some of the reviews about Hotel 71 I was more than a little apprehensive about staying here - I am happy to say I was pleasantly surprised. We booked it through expedia and got a great price for a river view room. Check in was quick and courteous, and the service was attentive and... more

Great location and nice room! The elevators were very sketchy though. And the hotel fire alarm went off during my stay (not a pleasant feeling knowing how narrow the stairwells were. Several times I had to take the elevator to floor below me and walk up one floor each time so as not to stand in line waiting for the... more

We have only praise for Hotel 71. Our room (1015) was huge and beautifully decorated with an amazing view of the Chicago River. The restaurant is not open yet, but there are hundreds of great restaurants within a short walk. (We picked up a few things at the corner store for breakfasts in our room -- has coffee maker, frig,... more