The Ivy Hotel, ChicagoThe Ivy Hotel in Chicago, United States has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 76 of 253 hotels we score in Chicago. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 2.8.The Ivy Hotel is a boutique chain with properties in downtown Minneapolis, Baltimore's Mount Vernon district, and Condado in San Juan. These hotels provide modern interiors and refined guest rooms. Facilities vary by site, but many offer dining options, fitness centres, and valet parking. The Baltimore location occupies a restored 1889 mansion, while the Minneapolis site includes a wellness spa and event spaces. This chain suits travellers looking for high-end service and central urban settings. While the rooms are well-designed, some guests may find the floor space somewhat restricted.What stands out

Central urban locations

Valet parking available

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi

On-site dining

Watch out for

Limited room space

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