Great Experience-Super Value
You will not find a better location in Chicago for access to the Magnificent Mile unless you pay double + the going rate for the Rafffaello. Our room was completely remodeled including bath, furniture, TV, and the best bedding we have ever experience. The staff was excellent and very helpful. !8th floor bar is at 40's hot spot. For a quieter cocktail and snacks try the lower level bar at the nearby Drake hotel. Just a block away on Michigan avenue there is an excellent coffee shop for breakfast plus a Cheesecake Factory with outstanding food at reasonable prices. (At Michigan and Delaware on Lower Level) Macy's, next door, has a sensational 2nd floor boutique of food service areas...even if you do not eat there, just stop and look.
We have stayed hundreds of nights (literally) at the Drake and many other great hotels in downtown Chicago. This is now our future Chicago hotel.