
LondonHouse Chicago
Best for skyline-and-river views, rooftop cocktails, and a hotel with historic architecture.
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LondonHouse Chicago is a landmark riverfront hotel in a 1923 tower with a lively tri-level rooftop and a full-service spa — good for travelers who want skyline and river views with nightlife nearby. Loews Chicago Hotel is a modern 4.5-star property in Streeterville near the river, lakefront, and Navy Pier — good for visitors who prefer contemporary rooms and easy access to Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue.
Updated · about 1.6 km apart

Best for skyline-and-river views, rooftop cocktails, and a hotel with historic architecture.

Best for contemporary rooms close to Navy Pier, Michigan Avenue, and larger on-site meeting facilities.
When LondonHouse Chicago wins: choose LondonHouse if you want a riverfront address, historic character, the city's only tri-level rooftop bar, and an on-site spa with specific wellness programming.
When Loews Chicago Hotel wins: pick Loews if you prefer a more modern 4.5-star base in Streeterville with proximity to Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue, a large footprint for meetings/events, and contemporary guestroom options.
Bottom line: both are upscale downtown choices with strong access to Chicago attractions; LondonHouse leans historic and social (rooftop + spa), while Loews is a modern, business- and sightseeing-friendly option nearer to Navy Pier.
| Category | LondonHouse Chicago | Loews Chicago Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic landmark building with a lively rooftop and classic-meets-contemporary public spaces | Modern upscale hotel focused on contemporary guestrooms and event facilities |
| Location | On East Wacker Drive at Michigan Avenue beside the Chicago River; within walking distance of Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile | 455 North Park Drive in Streeterville, a short walk to the Chicago Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier |
| Size (guestrooms) | 452 rooms across 23 floors | 400 guestrooms |
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out noon | |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | Wheelchair-accessible pool (listing) |
| Restaurants & bars | LH Rooftop (tri-level rooftop bar), LH on 21 (restaurant), Bridges Lobby Bar | One on-site restaurant plus a bar/lounge and rooftop terrace; to-go breakfasts available |
| Spa & fitness | LH Spa by Windy City Massage (4th floor) + 24-hour TechnoGym fitness center | Fitness facilities and rooftop terrace; spa presence not published |
| Known for | Chicago's only three-level rooftop bar, riverfront location, historic architecture | Central Streeterville base with easy access to Navy Pier and large meeting/banquet space |
| Event & meeting space | About 25,000 sq ft of flexible event space including pillarless ballrooms and rooftop event options | Conference space ~25,717 sq ft (2,389 m²) and multiple meeting rooms |
| Pet policy | No pets allowed (service animals permitted) | Pet policy: property allows pets in specific rooms only (fees and restrictions apply) |
LondonHouse sits at the corner of East Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue beside the Chicago River, steps from the Riverwalk and close to Millennium Park.
Choose LondonHouse for riverfront scenery and proximity to downtown cultural sights.
Loews Chicago Hotel sits in Streeterville near Michigan Avenue, with easy walking access to the Riverwalk, Navy Pier and Lakefront Trail.
Choose Loews for a modern base near Navy Pier and the lakefront with short walks to major attractions.
LondonHouse mixes rooms in a historic building and an adjoining glass tower, including specialty wellness rooms.
Pick LondonHouse if you value historic details, river views, or in-room wellness features.
Loews offers modern guestroom types and a long list of room configurations for different needs.
Pick Loews if you want contemporary rooms with many configuration options and accessible choices.
LondonHouse centers its food-and-drink offering around a tri-level rooftop plus two on-site dining venues.
LondonHouse is the pick for memorable rooftop cocktails and multiple on-site dining experiences overlooking the river.
Loews has an on-site restaurant plus a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace for casual drinks.
Choose Loews for a straightforward on-site dining program and fast access to many nearby restaurants and tourist dining spots.
LondonHouse's signature social asset is its tri-level rooftop rather than an on-site pool.
If rooftop atmosphere and skyline views matter more than a pool, LondonHouse is the better fit.
Loews provides a rooftop terrace and lists a wheelchair-accessible pool among its amenities.
Pick Loews if having a pool on-site and a rooftop terrace are priorities.
LondonHouse pairs a dedicated on-site spa with a 24-hour fitness center and an active rooftop nightlife scene.
LondonHouse is aimed at travelers who want on-site spa services plus a social rooftop after a day of sightseeing.
Loews lists 24-hour fitness facilities and a rooftop terrace; specific on-site spa details are not published in the supplied listing.
Choose Loews for reliable fitness access and meeting-friendly services; check directly for spa treatments.

LondonHouse — the tri-level rooftop and Cupola create a unique skyline-and-river experience.

Loews Chicago Hotel — a short walk to Navy Pier and the lakefront.

LondonHouse — LH Spa by Windy City Massage with a broad treatment menu and included spa credit.

Loews Chicago Hotel — large conference footprint (≈25,717 sq ft) and multiple meeting spaces.
Loews Chicago Hotel is closer to Navy Pier; LondonHouse is within a longer walk or short transit/ride away.
No — LondonHouse does not have an on-site swimming pool.
LondonHouse has LH Spa by Windy City Massage on-site. A spa is not published in the supplier listing for Loews; contact Loews directly to confirm spa services.
Both hotels accept guests of all ages; note that rooftop bars at LondonHouse enforce a minimum entry age of 21 in the evenings.
Loews lists larger formal conference space (≈25,717 sq ft), making it a strong choice for larger meetings; LondonHouse also offers extensive event space (about 25,000 sq ft) with landmark riverfront venues.
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