
LondonHouse Chicago
Best for skyline character, lively rooftop cocktails, and riverfront proximity to downtown attractions.
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LondonHouse Chicago is a landmark downtown hotel that mixes 1920s architecture with a three-level rooftop bar and riverfront views; read this if you want skyline character, rooftop nightlife, and easy walking access to the Riverwalk and Magnificent Mile. The St. Regis Chicago is a new‑generation five‑star luxury hotel in a striking modern tower; read this if you prefer contemporary five‑star service, a full spa and indoor pool, and newer luxury finishes.
Updated · about 0.6 km apart

Best for skyline character, lively rooftop cocktails, and riverfront proximity to downtown attractions.

Best for travelers who want a newer five‑star hotel with a full spa, indoor pool, and meeting/event capacity in a modern tower.
When LondonHouse Chicago wins: choose LondonHouse if you want historic architecture, a lively rooftop scene (the only tri-level rooftop in the city), river views, and immediate walking access to the Michigan Avenue Bridge, Magnificent Mile, and Riverwalk. It’s the pick for atmosphere and downtown convenience.
When The St. Regis Chicago wins: choose The St. Regis when you prioritize a contemporary five‑star stay with an on-site indoor pool, a larger spa program and extensive meeting/banquet facilities in a distinctive modern tower. It’s the better choice for full-service luxury amenities.
Bottom line: both hotels are excellent downtown options but serve different needs — LondonHouse leans historic character and rooftop nightlife; The St. Regis leans newer five‑star amenities (pool, spa) and a modern‑tower profile.
| Category | LondonHouse Chicago | The St. Regis Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic landmark building with contemporary tower addition; lively rooftop energy. | Contemporary, new‑generation five‑star tower with refined modern finishes. |
| Location | Corner of East Wacker Drive and North Michigan Avenue beside the Chicago River; immediate access to Riverwalk and Magnificent Mile. | |
| Size (rooms) | 452 rooms across 23 floors. | Not published |
| Building / age | Historic 1923 London Guarantee & Accident Building with an attached glass tower. | Modern, recently completed skyscraper tower (new‑generation design). |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool. | Indoor pool (listed as 1 indoor pool). |
| Restaurants & bars | LH Rooftop (tri-level rooftop bar), LH on 21 (restaurant), Bridges Lobby Bar — total 3 venues. | 2 restaurants and 1 bar/lounge listed; 24-hour room service and a coffee shop/cafe. |
| Spa & wellness | LH Spa by Windy City Massage (4th floor) with massages, facials, mani/pedi and signature packages; 24‑hour fitness center. | Full-service spa, steam room and 24‑hour fitness center; spa treatments and reservation policy published. |
| Known for | Tri-level rooftop with cupola and riverfront setting in a landmark building. | New‑generation five‑star property with modern architecture and full luxury amenities. |
| Meeting & event space | About 25,000 sq ft of flexible event space, multiple ballrooms including the Juliette Grand Ballroom. | Eight meeting rooms and a banquet hall listed; sizeable meeting/event capacity. |
| Accessibility & family policy | Not adults‑only; minimum check-in age 21; rooftop enforces 21+ for entry in evenings. | Not adults‑only; property lists accessible rooms and multiple wheelchair‑accessible features. |
LondonHouse sits on the corner of East Wacker Drive and North Michigan Avenue beside the Chicago River, steps from the Riverwalk and the Magnificent Mile.
Pick LondonHouse for the classic downtown riverfront address and walkable access to key attractions.
The St. Regis Chicago sits on Upper Wacker Drive near the Riverwalk and Grant Park, placing guests centrally for both lakefront and downtown destinations.
Pick The St. Regis if you want a modern five‑star address close to the Riverwalk and civic attractions.
LondonHouse combines rooms in a 1923 landmark tower with rooms in an attached glass tower, offering a mix of classic and contemporary room types.
Choose LondonHouse for a variety of room styles and some wellness‑focused in‑room options (Peloton).
The St. Regis offers a variety of superior, deluxe and suite configurations with modern five‑star finishes and views of the river or park.
Pick The St. Regis for contemporary five‑star rooms and multiple suite options with premium in‑room amenities.
LondonHouse’s dining centers around its tri‑level LH Rooftop plus a 21st‑floor restaurant and riverfront lobby bar.
LondonHouse is the choice for rooftop views and an active nightlife atmosphere.
The St. Regis features two restaurants, a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe and 24‑hour room service for full five‑star dining flexibility.
Choose The St. Regis for a quieter, full‑service five‑star dining experience rather than a rooftop party scene.
LondonHouse does not have an on‑site swimming pool; the hotel's signature amenity is its tri‑level rooftop bar and riverfront setting.
If a pool is important, LondonHouse is not the right pick; its rooftop and riverfront location are the primary draws.
The St. Regis lists one indoor pool and a steam room, aligning with full‑service five‑star wellness facilities.
Pick The St. Regis if an on‑site pool and comprehensive wet‑spa facilities matter to you.
LondonHouse combines LH Spa by Windy City Massage and a rooftop nightlife scene that runs day‑to‑night.
LondonHouse blends spa and fitness options with an active rooftop social scene.
The St. Regis emphasizes a full‑service spa program, a steam room and a quieter, hotel‑led evening scene.
The St. Regis is the pick for a classic five‑star spa and a more formal evening atmosphere.

LondonHouse — Chicago's only tri‑level rooftop bar with expansive skyline and river views.

The St. Regis Chicago — lists an indoor pool and steam room as part of its wellness amenities.

LondonHouse — housed in the 1923 London Guarantee building with classic downtown architecture.

The St. Regis Chicago — newer five‑star tower with full‑service spa, indoor pool and multiple suite options.
LondonHouse — the tri‑level LH Rooftop (including a domed cupola) is the clear choice for skyline and riverfront sunset views.
The St. Regis Chicago has an indoor pool; LondonHouse does not have an on‑site swimming pool.
No. Both properties welcome guests of all ages, though rooftop venues may enforce a 21+ entry policy in the evenings.
LondonHouse — it occupies the historic 1923 London Guarantee building at the corner of Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue.
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