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The House of Blues Hotel, in Chicago, is a 3 star hotel. Guests can enjoy sailing and other local activities. Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "great". Guests found the service "incredible". What travelers said they loved: "the location", "the staff", and "the room". The hotel is recommended by seasoned travelers, who rate it 4-and-one-half stars. The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including The Italian Village Restaurants , The Ritz-Carlton Chicago/A Four Seasons Hotel , and Trattoria No. 10 . Also nearby: Art Institute of Chicago , Chicago School Of Professional Psychology , and Mundelein College Loyola Univ . Other local places to consider are Hyatt Regency McCormick Place and Palmer House Hilton.
Formerly the House of Blues Hotel, this luxury stay underwent a $17 million overhaul. The lobby boasts Italian marble floors and a unique take on the standard front desk--custom-crafted curiosity cabinets...
citysearch.com - expert review - 07/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was so much better than I thought it was going to be! Despite the overpriced drinks (which are to be expected downtown in a swank establishment such as this), the overall atmosphere was…
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sigh. I want to love this hotel and while on one hand I appreciate the decor, I also think it was way over-thought. It is very Jonathan Adler but it just felt a bit forced to me. The Lobby - Your…
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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The rooms inside are average but the view is great. It has the blues mobile downstairs and a great bar. We also ate their one night and it was not bad. The best thing about it, is that is centrally lo
kudzu.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was surprised at how much I liked this place. I walked in hating it just for where it was located. I walked in seeing popped collars, business dress, and thought, "pooooosers." Great, I thought, as…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was a Saturday night with a couple of girlfriends & quite honestly my expectations were low. Not because I'd heard bad things...but if I'm going to get dressed way up, break out the killer shoes,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I stayed at the Sax on a Saturday night. We stopped by the Crimson Lounge out of curiousity before we headed out and was really impressed by the decor and vibe. Drinks are kinda pricey,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
do you like to snort lines, contract herpes and listen to girls have meaningless conversations in the bathroom? if you enjoy these things, this club is TOOOTALLY for you. extra points if you love…
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice place and convenient location. Easy to get there by train and walking. The reservation person was very helpful. When I told him I was travelling alone, he recommended that I stay in the Junior…
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The location is good, valet service was fast and attentive, the front desk folks were quick and competent, and the lobby and room looked cool--very Jonathan Adler. Lots of baroque furniture painted…
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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won a trip to this hotel and I must say it was beautiful. In the heart of Chicago it is walking distance to many attractions. It is a little high priced, but well worth it. Below is the concert hall a
kudzu.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm getting older because the less and less I know about all the places there are out there now. Crimson Lounge - cool decor, kind of two dancing areas, big bar, VIP couches throughout so that you…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When you're staying at a hotel with a young lady, the two things you don't want her thinking about are: Micro and Soft. But they have a Microsoft game room! It's got great games. They are free.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really something to look at, and worth stopping in for an early (and I mean EARLY) evening cocktail. The decor was clearly designed to be sexy, and they succeeded, at least in the sense…
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on a weekday at 6 ish which I believe is a good time to enjoy the relaxed dim lighted environment here. It was nice and quiet with some David Bowie softly playing in the background. The…
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hotel Sax is swanky. The place itself was swanky when it was the House of Blues hotel, but the new folks changed decor, remodeled some floors, and re-swankified it, perhaps to a slightly higher degree…
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really liked this place. Great atmosphere, excellent location, and very friendly staff. My room, bed, bathroom were all very high end. Much nicer than I expected. Also could walk to almost any…
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I wasn't sure what to expect but it turned out to be a good place. I was there Wed. night for the live jazz and on a Friday night for drinks. The prices are about average for a downtown location. I…
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The decor is unique, I'll give it that. It should be for the approximate $5 mil they spent redecorating. The paintings are (obviously) knock-off Baroque portraits. My coworker who spends half his…
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So... raise your hand if you went to the Sax Hotel opening party March 13th... and got totally WAISTED! Nice place, really pricy, though i didn't pay for anything. We did meet a lot of nice people…
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the grand opening of the hotel tonight. I have to say I have some thoughts, good thoughts though. The event itself was quite well put together. The drinks were quick, the food was good and…
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm so glad i went here. Now I know that 'lounge' and 'club' are synonymous. Nice decor though. If you can see it behind the sea of ass-shakers around you.
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here prior to seeing Snoop Dogg @ House of Blues. Very nice. Dark, open, and lots of crystal. Huge liquor shelf. Music industry moguls w/ younger women seem to like this place.
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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The hotel was something different. Not the cookie cutter rooms in other hotels. The lobby bar was packed and fun every night. The location was great, close to everything. The rates were very low for the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This Victorian-inspired lounge in the Hotel Sax Chicago (formerly the House of Blues Hotel) is a much darker space than the hotel's pristine lobby that leads into it. As you would expect from the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Crimson Lounge. Great atmosphere. Definitely try the Lotus Martini. Really nice atmosphere for a not too crazy weekend night.
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I only visited The Hotel Sax for a networking event so I cannot say anything about the staff or the service only about the decor and the amenities. The lobby is great, I love the non-traditional…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is an unfair review. I went to the Crimson Lounge tonight for a networking event so I cannot tell you about the prices or the weekend clientele (but I can't tell you about any weekend clientele…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
ummm, why was i the only non-indian at this spot? why did the music suck? why was the decor over-the-top cheesy? why would i ever come back here? oh wait, i wouldn't.
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here on a Saturday night not expecting much from a place I've never heard of, but it turned out surprisingly great! The decor has"royal bedroom" flair to it and the bar sports an impressively…
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I just went to the event featuring She boutique tonight at Crimson and I love the space! It's very Marie Antoinette/Louis-esque, which I think is pretty cool and seems to be a trend right now with…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
"OMG, don't they know who I am? I mean, like, I write reviews on yelp.*" Waited in line outside in 10 degree weather for 10 minutes before my sister talked her way in ahead of everyone else in line…
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Besides the ridiculously typical Indian crowd, Crimson is a secured, spacey and interesting lounge. I like the environment and appreciate a lounge's ambiance. The other reviews don't do this PLACE…
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i would give it 2.5 if i could, but it's the holidays so i'll bump it up to 3. i enjoy hotel bars, and this was a bigger hotel bar which i enjoyed. there was alot of room for people to mingle and…
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Stop trying to pretend you're New York. This is Chicago, and when you try to pretend you're something you're not - people can tell. Attitude for the sake of attitude doesn't fly here. I wasn't even…
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you tend to gauge a hotel by virtue of how cool/comfortable the rooms are, whether you can get around easily via there, whether there are nifty little extras, then you'll likely have some idea…
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"So what do you think of hotel sex?" This was what I thought my co-worker asked me the other morning as we sat in the lobby waiting for our ride. The answer, "Um, love it!" Oh, you said Hotel Sax. The…
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We had an awful experience here, so bad that we didn't even finish our drinks before leaving. It started with a snotty bartender who barely acknowledged us and ended with a terrible group of rude…
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was pleasantly surprised during my visit to the Lounge. Tucked beside the House of Blues and plush with red decor and dimmed lighting, I felt a warm aura and a low-key feeling. There was virtually…
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good for business travel - centrally located, but not great for tourists unless you are planning on seeing lots of concerts at the house of blues. The interior decor is interesting, but not sure how…
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love hotel bars (my favorites: the sofitel, peninsula, and the W) so I was excited to attend an event in the Crimson Lounge...the recently opened lounge in the new hotel Sax. It's a swanky, yet…
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I did not stay at this hotel so I cant comment on any of that sorta stuff. It was pretty cool, very central location and is fancy and hip to the point of intimidation. I was in one room, which was…
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Crimson Lounge isn't a bad place to hang on a Saturday night. Upon entering the lounge, the first thing you notice is the lush decor. Although the dance area is spacious, seating is limited and it…
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I stopped in here a week or two after they opened. My friend and I sat down at the bar and the bartender walked over, tossed the drink menu at us and asked, "what do you want?" Well I think he could…
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A few buddies of mine and I got a bottle. $275 for Grey Goose, they set us up in a the room next to the DJ, no wait. I agree that the music was a little loud, but definitely clean, excellent…
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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This is one of my favorite hotels in the country. Whoever designed this place really understands th...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, man. I decided I should Yelp some of my favorite non-Boston places and was so surprised and saddened to see the the HOB hotel has been closed. Stayed here numerous times, always had a great…
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Big room. Small bar. Long wait at the bar. Limited Seating. All this was my first impression. It was opening night when I went and it was packed. Most places can handle large volume are able to…
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Most unique looking decor in the room. Very large bathroom with unusually large pieces (sink, mirror, etc.) I felt like alice in wonderland.
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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RIP, HOB Hotel. Now it's the Sax Hotel, and this past weekend was my first stay. What an interesting choice! This hotel is hip, from the lobby and reception areas, to the lobby bar, to the room decor. And they...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Recommended for: Business and leisure travelers, get-a-way in Chicago. Location 3.5, Service 1, Amenities 3, Room 3.5.
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have mixed feelings. I heard the House of Blues hotel was pretty awesome, so I was shocked at how "Vegas-esque" the Sax Hotel was. The lobby is beautiful. It really does smell like fresh…
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Closed Completely remodeled and is now the Hotel Sax Chicago.
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
A paparazzi wall? Are you kidding me? Are they so desperate to attract a Loop equivalent of Paris and her posse that painting an entire wall with flashing cameras and photographers seemed like a good…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I usually stay at the Hotel 71 or Hotel Monaco, but they were booked so ended up at the HOB. The hotel is located in the heart of the downtown area (and two blocks away from work! )! I was a bit…
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thought at first the place was a little too funky/artsy/trendy, but I really grew to like this hotel. The reception is very non-descript (they are doing a big remodel in 2007 which may change…
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite hotels in the country. Whoever designed this place really understands the brand from the check in to the bars to the bluesy music in the elevator to the overall decor, vibe…
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I stayed here Christmas 2004 and let me tell you it was quiet, but a great hotel. It's a fun music themed hotel that not only has the best restaurant attached to it, "Bin 36" but they also allow…
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2007
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My boyfriend and I both worked on new years eve and day. Instead of the celebrations those days, we decided to have a romantic fun night at the House of Blues Hotel. Upon arrival the staff was very friendly, I...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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If you're looking for something different and are a modern free spirit, this place is for you. Hotel accommodations are not your typical white linens and floral-- this place has bright colors, funk and...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is so great for after-work drinks. i have also been here for a private event. the drinks are good, the decor is Moroccan and beautiful (they are remodeling - booo). They have great bar…
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with a couple friends on a Friday night. I liked the look of the place but the drinks were expensive, the band was loud, and the people! I've never found a ruder bunch of people. Is it…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This hotel snob was VERY Pleasantly surprised at how nice this hotel was. The rooms are spacious, incredibly functional for a business trip. Staff was incredibly attentive. Within minutes of…
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
HOB is one of my favorite places to stay in Chicago and always has been. I liked staying there when I was younger because, while it was still a nice hotel, they didn't look down their noses at my…
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2006
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The hotel is very funky in their fun decor thru out. Great value on room rates. Great location too, close to attractions.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boo and I stayed here last Memorial Day weekend and were extremely impressed with the great service. The concierge was really helpful in finding us great vegetarian restaurants in Chicago. The…
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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I went to Chicago one year just for a fun weekend out. I decided to stay downtown which I haven't done for awhile. I decided to try out the House of Blues Hotel and it was a big mistake. I paid way too much...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i grab martinis after work with friends here all the time! Great location, atmosphere and martini menu! I've ended up bowling upstairs at 10 pin after a few of these martinis as well.
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the decor and ambiance of this place! It is a great place to go after work and relax with friends. The couches are plushy and it is easy to have good conversation here. The prices are a bit…
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very Nice hotel! I had to walk dogs here and of course down town CRAP ass parking the Parking attendants let me park my car in the garage, for free.
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Kaz Bar is fun, there's usually a live band playing and the atompshere is plush but relaxed. It's never too crowded on the weekends so you can usually get a table. The martini menu is extensive and…
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with Angela B that the drinks are good, but expensive. It's a good after work or weekend place, never too crowded. However, there is usually a band playing entirely too loud, so not the place…
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the perfect setting for a creative meeting offsite! Book a large suite for your group of 8 or fewer and you will have the time of your office-hating lives. Fun decor, lots of space, and a very…
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love the martinis. Also love the layout, the little closed off, canopied areas make it a great place to grab a drink with a date (at least one you like, might be too cozy for a first date!) but other…
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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This hotel located between Dearborn and State right behind the twin 'corncob' towers of Marina City is conveniently located to River North attractions. We stayed here four night during the 2006 Blues Festival....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These rooms are awesome...it's like celebrating Mardi gras in your hotel room. I live in Chicago and decided to stay at the HOB hotel for a concert and was privy to special amenities during the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so you do get a cool looking hotel, and the beds are really comfortable, and you can buy a HOB harmonica in the minibar (for $17). But this place comes with very few amenities and you can get…
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome Moroccan theme, even to the bathrooms...it doesn't get more real that that.....the couches, pillows, decor....great for a big group or wedding/baby showers/rehearsal dinners! On the other…
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Small swanky and trendy lounge with colorful arts and decors all around. Moroccan theme made things very relaxing. Lounges with comfy pillows made you want to take a nap. I heard they have live…
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Located in the House of Blues Hotel, this plush Moroccan lounge is the perfect place for an after work drink. The canopies and lounge chairs make this a very trendy place to grab a drink. It does…
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The rooms are spacious. The beds are comfy. Nice bathrooms. I love the bold stripes on the walls and the artsy stand-out design of everything.
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best hotel that I have ever stayed in! Great hospitality and the rooms were amazing!
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the rooms are really cool looking, and its right in the middle of downtown, prime location
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Loews House of Blues is part of the revitalized Marina City complex along the Chicago River. It is a cool hotel with a funky design. You get a free CD when you check in, a neat musical touch. The…
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The decor in this place is so funky! The rooms are all decorated differently with original artwork and what a great location!
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2005
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This hotel was very nice. The staff was helpful, the bathrooms were huge, the bathroom towels were huge, the area was nice and there was a lot around. The public transportation system was nearby. The room was...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2005
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This hotel is like none i have ever seen. The decor is neat and the fabrics are bright. The Kazbar is cozy. We ordered room service at 4am and the food was great. Already made arrangements to go back.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/20/2004
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Second time in Chicago, incredible beds, exelent service and very kind people, they were the best vacation we ever had.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/14/2003
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