A stay at Le Méridien Essex Chicago places you in the heart of Chicago, within a 15-minute walk of Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park. This upscale hotel is 0. 7 mi (1. 2 km) from Lake Michigan and 1. 4 mi (2. 2 km) from McCormick Place. . Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Make yourself at home in one of the 274 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls. Enjoy a meal at Grant Park Bistro or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. . Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A destination fee of $15 per night per room will be collected by hotel. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Columbia College Chicago - 0. 3 km / 0. 2 mi- State Street - 0. 3 km / 0. 2 mi- Roosevelt University - 0. 5 km / 0. 3 mi- Dearborn St Station - 0. 5 km / 0. 3 mi- Auditorium Building and Theatre - 0. 5 km / 0. 3 mi- Chicago Architecture Foundation - 0. 8 km / 0. 5 mi- Buckingham Fountain - 0. 9 km / 0. 5 mi- Harold Washington Library Center - 0. 9 km / 0. 5 mi- Art Institute of Chicago - 0. 9 km / 0.