When you come to the Palmer House Hotel in Chicago, you don’t just stay here; you live here – even if only for a night. From lavish ballrooms to inspired catering and discerning decor, no other wedding venue boasts such a legacy of romance. A timeless Chicago hotel, Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel offers historic charm with hip conveniences.

An icon of downtown Chicago for over 150 years, the Palmer House sits at the heart of the Theater District. We're two blocks from the Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park. State Street shops are just outside our door.

The Palmer House – A Hilton Hotel is a historic hotel in Chicago's Loop area. It is a member of the Historic Hotels of America [1] program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The first Palmer House opened in 1870, and the present building (the third) in 1925.

The story of downtown Chicago’s Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel is one of romance and undeniable charm. Potter Palmer was a Chicago business magnate—well-known for various endeavors, including his significant role in the development of downtown Chicago’s iconic State Street.

Each of the 1,641 guest rooms is beautifully appointed with the latest conveniences and technologies, providing a glimpse of the extraordinary Palmer House legacy while providing modern comforts for a memorable stay in downtown Chicago.

Just 1 block away from Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago, this historic downtown hotel is located in Chicago’s theater and financial district and offers on-site dining options, a modern business center and spa services.

For over 80 years the Palmer House has been a revered landmark in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, offering guest rooms offer rich dark woods, antique furnishings, pillowtop mattresses and luxurious European-style linens.

Welcoming Chicago visitors since 1873, this iconic downtown mainstay is a favorite among travelers who want to experience a bit of bygone glamour. The Gilded Age lobby – and lobby bar – is...

North America’s most iconic and famed hotel invites you through its legendary peacock doors to celebrate over 150 years of hospitality and taste the original brownie, which was invented here. Splash at the new indoor pool, sip cocktails in the awe-inspiring lobby, and de-stress at The Spa at Palmer House.