I have not been to many destinations and there are quite a few to cross off my list. I get to go to Europe and NYC for work few times a yr so good deals are important. I like shopping, fashion, skiing and girl getaways and road trips to Vegas and Mexico.
Downtown, Hip, Modern, Lively, Shopping, Museums, Nightlife, Business People, Singles, Clubbers, Arts & Culture, Tourists
May 13 2008: I stay here every time I go to Chicago for work. My boss always reserves a room here for me because she gets a corp rate and knows I am single. ha! Clean bright stylish rooms. Views of the lake. Nice hip attractive crowd lingers in the lobby and at the hip Whiskey Bar. Great food. Staff is friendly and very attractive. They have the usual amenities and good mini bar. It is a lively hotel and it is always quiet, at least in my room.
Nice fitness center and spa. I am not a big fan of Bliss beauty products but these are the ones provided here. Nice location and close to shops, Navy Pier and beach. I have always liked the W hotels and never have had a bad experience at any of their hotels. I stayed at the other W hotel on Clark but prefer this location much better.
Date of stay: March 2008
Purpose of stay: Business
Downtown, Boutique, Lively, Nightlife, Business People, Singles, Clubbers, Tourists, Not For Backpackers
April 22 2008: The W Lakeshore is a fun place with a lively "scene" and great view of the lake. The rooms are modern, the pool is nice, the gym is sufficient (although get there early to get a machine), and there's a club on the top floor. That said, as a Starwood Preferred member I stayed there for 3 months and no one seemed to know my name or tried to offer assistance to me in any way. That's great if you're too cool for personalized attention, but definitely not a "home away from home" on the road.
Location. The W Chicago Lakeshore, located in Chicago, Ill., rises 33 stories above the scenic shores of Lake Michigan. This hotel stands two blocks from Ontario Beach, Navy Pier and Northwestern University. The W Chicago Lakeshore is positioned less than two miles from the Magnificent Mile and vibrant nightspots along Rush Street. Hotel Features. The lobby features a mirrored waterfall located behind the reception desk and behind conversation areas clustered throughout the living room area. Dining venues include Wave Restaurant that prepares full breakfasts and serves Mediterranean inspired cuisine during lunch and dinner hours. The Living Room Lounge serves morning continental breakfasts for a fee, and evening drinks. Whiskey Sky lounge affords 33rd floor city and lake views, and serves cocktails. A business center houses four computer stations. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service within a five mile radius. A complimentary, 24 hour fitness center overlooks the lake and contains cardiovascular and weight training machines, and free weights. Bliss Spa offers a wide range of massage techniques, facials and nail services. A sky lit, heated indoor lap pool and an outdoor sundeck are located on the 7th floor. This property welcomes pets.
Guestrooms. The 33 story W Chicago Lakeshore offers 520 contemporary guestrooms equipped with high speed wired and wireless Internet access for a fee, 32 inch flat panel televisions and MP3 adaptors. Beds are dressed with pillowtop mattresses, down duvets and 350 thread count Egyptian cotton linens. Wooden shutters open between the bedroom and bathroom areas. Bathrooms contain bathrobes and are stocked with Bliss toiletries. Rooms include minibars and coffeemakers. Use of laptop compatible in room safes is complimentary.
Expert Tip. What are the odds that guests can chat with the hotel's General Manager and work out with a personal trainer at the same time? Early risers can consider their chances very good at 6 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday mornings when the General Manager and a personal trainer meet guests for sunrise summertime workouts at nearby Ontario Beach.
April 22 2008: The W Lakeshore is a fun place with a lively "scene" and great view of the lake. The rooms are modern, the pool is nice, the gym is sufficient (although get there early to get a machine), and there's a club on the top floor. That said, as a Starwood Preferred member I stayed there for 3 months and no one seemed to know my name or tried to offer assistance to me in any way. That's great if you're too cool for personalized attention, but definitely not a "home away from home" on the road. 
