Loved Chicago, would stay at the Dana again!
Our first time to Chicago for an anniversary trip. We are fairly seasoned travellers and we loved the Dana and Chicago as a whole. The Dana was very clean, chic and trendy. The staff was extremely helpful. We didn't eat there but we did go to the bar on the rooftop. (it was ok, not the top 5 as it was rated. More for the 'want to be seen' crowd.)
The Dana is in a great location. Close to the El train, close to Michigan Ave, tons of GREAT restaurants around and fairly close to the river as well as Navy Pier. We walked everywhere. (make sure you bring comfy shoes, all the locals wear good flats or running shoes). The only thing I would say is missing is a pool. It would have been nice after a day of walking around to hang out by the pool for a couple of hours to re-coup. Also if you are not staying in a corner room the floor to ceiling windows look into another building so you will have to wear a robe or keep the blinds closed unless you are an exhibitionist ;). I also liked the fact they have a magnifying mirror to put on your makeup with and a really hot blowdryer. The coffee machine was a bit finicky as was the cd player but a little bit of jiggling and they were both fine. The mini bar fridge was packed with good stuff at not bad prices but there is also a 7-11 across the street. The room service menu looked good and decently priced but we always went out to eat. The bed was uber-comfortable, sheets high quality and pillows divine. Also a cute chair by the window big enough for 2 adults to curl up in and read the paper. I also liked the fact that the floors were 'hardwood' where most of the walking is done and carpet by the bed. I think that is cleaner than all carpet. The shower was neat, rain head and handheld, big stall with glass facing the bedroom and a curtain if you need privacy. The shampoo and stuff provided was top notch. All said I would definitely stay at the Dana and would recommend it highly. It was comfortably posh.