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Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel

4.0 of 5
505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654 (Near North Side)
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013
redramPhiladelphia Philadelphia
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
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  • Value
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  • Cleanliness
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Philadelphia
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136 reviews 136 reviews
28 hotel reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

For our first time in Chicago we picked a winner in this newly minted hotel. Although the decor may not be everyone's idea of good taste the place is streamlined and accommodating with excellent bathroom facilities and a large comfortable bed. Of particular merit is Bobby Gonzalez, the young but experienced concierge, who helped us with reservations and inured us... More

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Arizona
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48 reviews 48 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

The Palomar is well located for sightseeing, close to Michigan Ave and many restaurant choices. Our room was spacious, clean and well designed. The beds were very comfortable. My son loved the rooftop pool and we enjoyed the nightly wine reception. The hotel staff was courteous and prompt (our mini bar fridge wasn't cooling and someone responded ASAP). We would... More

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Kensington, Maryland
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29 reviews 29 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

The Palomar like all Kimpton properties has a very stylish vibe. But that vibe is in no way overbearing. Everyone there went out of their way to be friendly from the doorman to the staff at the desk. The hotel's location can't be beat. A three block walk to the riverwalk and a short way to the the miracle mile... More

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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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22 reviews 22 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Our family stayed at the Palomar this June - and it was among our best hotel experiences! It's a "win" on every level - location, design, service; looking for something negative to say is just being stupid. Of course, it's a downtown hotel in a big city - the Palomar can't control the sites/sounds/ambience that can flux from awesome to... More

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Richmond, Virginia
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51 reviews 51 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

I travel to Chicago several times a year and whenever I can I stay at this hotel. I am fairly loyal to the Kimpton brand and my tastes lean towards boutique hotels. The Palomar is all that and more. Rooftop pool, Sable, and perhaps one of the best designed hotel rooms for the business traveler I have experienced. Staff is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

My wife and I stayed at the Palomar in early June and thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Palomar. The service was excellent -- a special thank you to the concierge Bobby G. who very thoughtfully arranged a bottle of champagne for us to find in our room upon arrival because he knew we were there to celebrate our 20th... More

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Jackson, Michigan
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6 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Came in on Thursday, stayed until Saturday and as always, the stay was delightful. Chasen, the bellhop had a coloring book & crayons with an inflatable beachball all packaged up for my 4-year old daughter. The most bizarre thing happened at 10 pm Thursday night, no matter what we did, we couldn't get the mini bar fridge to close, it... More

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GMPalChi, General Manager at Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Dear mhurst96: Thank you so much for the great review you posted - we are thrilled that we were able to connect with you and the family so well. We truly hope to see you again soon. All the best, Nabil Moubayed GM - Palomar Chicago More

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Always love the vibe and atmosphere here. Actually have never had a bad experience at a Kimpton property. Slept well, ate well and felt recharged. Loved the bar and this really great drink I had but cant remember the name of it! haha

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GMPalChi, General Manager at Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear leecyleecy: Thank you for the great review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again soon. All the best, Nabil Moubayed GM - Palomar Chicago More

Perth, Australia
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40 reviews 40 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Just returned from an outstanding stay at the Palomar Hotel in Chicago. We chose the hotel based on its high ranking on Trip Advisor, and we were not disappointed. It was literally one of the best hotel stays we have ever had, and this became apparent right from the outset. While there were doormen readily available to assist with baggage... More

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GMPalChi, General Manager at Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear Loquita23: Thank you so much for such a stellar review - we truly appreciate it and thank you for describing the surrounding area so well and letting the TA community know what to do when they are here. We hope you come back and visit Chicago again soon. All the best, Nabil Moubayed GM - Palomar Chicago More

Melbourne, Australia
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158 reviews 158 reviews
77 hotel reviews
Reviews in 66 cities Reviews in 66 cities
331 helpful votes 331 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

We picked this hotel because it is a Kimpton and for the location. There was a problem when we arrived saying that there had been a computer glitch and there wasn't a room for us our first night. Not the news we wanted to hear after a long flight but these things can happen and they managed it all very... More

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GMPalChi, General Manager at Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Dear galtons: Thank you for your review - we appreciate the feedback and do apologize that we were not able to accommodate you the first night that you were here. Luckily we have a great partnership with our condo building above us. Sorry about the noise issue - not sure exactly the problem was, we don't typically have any in-room... More

 
 
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Address: 505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
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Region: United States > Illinois > Chicago > Near North Side
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Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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