Great location and value for the money
While we stayed at the Palmer when in Chicago last year, couldn't get a good deal so looked elsewhere this year for our weekend getaway. Prices on all the hotels for Father's Day weekend were high so used Priceline for the first time and got the Club Quarters Central Loop for a very decent price. The location was very similiar to the Palmer with quick access to the subway, bus, and sights. If I am comparing the two - the Hilton Palmer had superior bed and comfort for the room but the Club Quarters had exceptional service. There was always someone standing in the lobby to help you if you needed recommendations on where to eat or how to get somewhere or looking up bus schedules - any number of things. Coffee maker in the room is always a great plus for me which they had and you could also get tea, coffee etc down in their club room. They are also very green which I really like especially when you don't feel like you're being charged extra for them being so. At the elevators, they have a supply of clear water bottles and a filling station with fresh cold water. Loved this to fill up before heading out. The bed was not good however and appeared to be two twins pushed together to make a full and sheets were not soft and no fluffy comforter - that's where the Hilton definitely excelled but I wasn't willing to pay what the Hilton wanted just for 2 nights in the city. While the Club Quarters' room was small, it was definitely functional and very clean. No view but didn't care as we were out of the room to actually see the sights instead of viewing them from the room.