The Buckingham Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop/cafe, 7-minute walk to Willis Tower

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living room
Interior entrance
Point of interest
Property entrance
Located in downtown, The Buckingham Hotel offers a quiet escape with wellness amenities like a steam room, fitness, and yoga classes. Guests can relax on the terrace, browse the library, or enjoy coffee at the café. Attentive staff and concierge maximize your stay.
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
  • 31 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
425 S Financial Place 40th floor, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Willis Tower - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grant Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Soldier Field - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • LaSalle Street Station - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taureaux Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sky-Ride Cocktail Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Big Shoulders Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tutto Italiano - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Buckingham Hotel

Boutique hotel near Willis Tower
Located close to Art Institute of Chicago and Grant Park, The Buckingham Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour business centre and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and concierge services
  • A computer station, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Buckingham Hotel offer comforts, such as wet bars and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes and minibars.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 39-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 40 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Fitness facility
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
  • Resort fee: USD 14.03 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Phone calls
  • Spa access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 40.00 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 60605
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Buckingham Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Buckingham Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 40.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The Buckingham Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Buckingham Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Buckingham Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Willis Tower and Art Institute of Chicago. Millennium Park and Chicago Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km). LaSalle Street Station and LaSalle-Van Buren Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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The Buckingham Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 646 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, very quiet hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!!!

Great location, 40th floor, nice views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply the best!

Great location, stunning views. Super clean, and fab service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great place

kindof hard to find from parking garage. it very nice room and good enough breakfast and close to several things
livingroom
bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very non-obvious where the hotel is, but very private, quiet, and excellent rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great amenities, location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful View. Quiet and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last minute trip and wanted to try something new. Great staff, views and unique location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about it. (Second time we’ve been.);This will be our go-to stay in Chicago from now on,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan Karlins and David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views from the windows, comfy, bed, and beautiful big room. The shower – tub controls were very very difficult, and the breakfast was mediocre.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views, kind of inconvenient. Parking is kind of expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and beautiful place to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view 😍 clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room views and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the lake and city was incredible. Great customer service. Comfortable bed. Interesting route with multiple steps to get to the top floor but not a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Everything about thenplace qas great. 21 rooms, spacious. Comfortable and the views are phenomenal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice with a beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views of the city in a quiet, clean hotel. Great location. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Katie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not parking convince ,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the city was SPECTACULAR! Within in walking distance to almost everything with public transportation available as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay with a great view. The club ammenity was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the time we arrived through checking out, both the building security staff and the hotel staff were amazing in every way! Always positive, polite, attentive, welcoming, and courteous. The building, hotel, and the room itself were immaculate. The amenities were wonderful. The view was breathtaking both day and night!!! This property and all of the staff are an absolute hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawntia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from your room on lakeside is worth the price alone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were awesome! The staff was so nice and kind!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023