Great Value & Fantastic Location!
This was a great hotel for our family of four. Plenty of room to spread out and give our teenage son (17) a little more privacy. The room was clean, a standard hotel room, no complaints.
This hotel is situated a few blocks from Michigan Avenue in one direction, and the Navy Pier in the other. Easy walking to the famous Michigan Avenue shopping and many great restaurants. 
The pool area was smaller than expected, and quite crowded. Our daughter (a not-picky 11 year old) finally just got out because there were so many people in such a small pool. But the hotel cannot control that, it's just something to be prepared for if you book here.
The breakfast is great, plenty of variety. The lobby seems well kept, plenty of seating for breakfast.
I did not take advantage of the evening free reception snacks, as they did not offer any sweets. I would have appreciated cookies or brownies. But then again, I have a terrible sweet tooth, so maybe that's just me!
Parking is pricey, $43 a night for self park. Worth it though, not to have to try mess with finding a cheaper garage. We parked underground and were able to walk right in to the lobby.
Considering that the huge cooked to order breakfast is included, and that you have Michigan Avenue practically at your fingertips, this is a great value for families.