Affinia Chicago

When we checked in, our room was not ready, had to wait a few hours and the front desk woman was very rude and unfriendly. We were meeting friends that also stayed here and the same front desk girl was very rude to them also. Our last night there a man was working the front desk and he was very helpful and friendly. Rooms were very small.

We stayed at the Affinia Dec. 18-20. This hotel was exceptionally clean, beautiful and located 1 block from the main shopping areas on Michigan Ave. The train stop was close and handy. We will definitely stay there again. Got an unbelievable price online for this very upscale hotel. The staff was super efficient and the concierge was great. Since we vist our daughter who lives in Chicago often, we will definitely make this hotel our regular place to stay unless the prices go way up.

Great hotel for value. Walk easily from hotel to central areas.

I'd been searching for a cool, non-chain hotel for a weekend getaway with my boyfriend. I thought I'd found a winner in the Affinia... SOO disappointed!! In spite of the fact that our reservation was for two adults, we arrived to find our room had a DOUBLE bed. What?! I was floored, but after a delayed flight and a 2 hour cab ride, was too tired to make a fuss. We were hungry after all the delays and planned on attending an event that night, so we called for room service hoping to keep it simple. I was told that room service would call ME back to take my order...and nothing happened. I didn't want to be late to our event so we ended up going to the restaurant downstairs. Nothing special; entree, dessert and NAB for two still came out to $*...I am no hayseed, I'm WELL aware that everything costs more in Chicago, but this just wasn't worth it. Our room was by the elevator w/ parking garage view...the bathroom was tiny, shower curtain was stained, funky toilet seat/lid, and the vanity featured that "rude awakening" lighting normally found in low-rent dressing rooms, i.e., "Holy crap, have I looked that bad this whole time?!" If you're a traveler who likes using the in-room coffeemaker, they charge for their chintzy coffees (I don't use these, but... come on). Nice enough ambience in the upstairs bar, but weak drinks... That night, our bed was so tiny and uncomfortable that I almost asked to switch rooms. But the Marathon was that weekend; the hotel was so busy I didn't want to be a pest. I can't believe I was so impressed with this place online. Next time I'll happily pay more to stay someplace that's actually a treat.

Pros- All my experience at Affinia was very good. We were very pleased with the hotel employees, the room, the service, and the location. The staff had great smiles and friendly and very helpful. The location is right next to Mag Miles and Nave Pier, and Bus stop and Train station also a couple min away. Great location! Cons - There are only 2 elevators avail to higher floor (above 8th) in 24 story building. It took average 2-3 min waiting period. (and, it is a small, fit only 7-8 people max) C-bar and C-House (restaurent) were great. Not much a city view because it is surrouned by buildings, but still We loved the atmosphere. Overall, It was great stey. ;)