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Mar 8, 2008 by Meliss from Peoria, IL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• All of the staff!
• Hair in the bathroom.

“The staff made my stay very pleasurable!”

Mar 6, 2008 by Ryan from Flossmoor, IL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• The staff was helpful in helping us navigate the public transportation and shopping options. Very knowledgeable and helpful.
• I cant think of anything. Parking was a little expensive.

“The overall stay was nice. It was in a convenient location. The staff helped us navigate which travel options would be most appropriate based on our destination (cabs, or el train). The provided maps and made it easy.”

Mar 6, 2008 by Mica from Collinsville, IL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[6]

• Price was great.
• Not exactly a romantic hotel too many college students having parties.

“Great price. Not the best location for Downtown Chicago tourism, but great for campus activities. Excellent shuttle service and staff.”

Mar 6, 2008 by Kelly from Alma, MI
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• When we arrived we were welcome and felt save and they were very helpful on telling us were to go and how to get around.
• No pool.

“If I was to come to Chicago I would stay here again, the staff was very nice and very helpful and the drivers for the shuttle where very helpful and very nice. We all four felt very safe.”

Mar 4, 2008 by Emily from Boerne, TX
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• The convenience and cleanliness of the room.
• The restaurant and price of the water bottles and price of parking.

“It was good. I would go back.”

Feb 29, 2008 by Chris from Olumbia, MO
Overall Rating: 0
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• The staff was very courteous, helpful and extremely friendly.
• I am a smoker and this was a non-smoking hotel.

“Very well appointed hotel with helpful and friendly staff. The hotel is located in a quiet area close to the university medical schools. For non-smokers, this hotel is an entirely smoke free hotel.”

Feb 29, 2008 by Richard from Sandwich, IL
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[2] • Location:[7]

• The location and cleanliness.
• The service at the bar/restaurant. Ordered appetizer and they didn't bring us one, forgot to use coupon, couldn't make drinks. Couldn't park own car.

“Made complaint to manager but no follow through. Restaurant didn't open when suppose to and bar forgot to use coupon. Most of staff was friendly and room was very clean and comfortable except a few stains on the carpet.”

Feb 28, 2008 by Amber from Fort Wayne, IN
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Friendly front desk staff.
• Valet slow, bathroom needed repairs.

“Overall stay was pleasant, front desk was not only friendly, but helpful with suggestions on restaurants and directions. Room was clean, but not up to the usual standards of a Marriott (ripped wallpaper, etc). Also, no pool.”

Feb 26, 2008 by Bridget from Glen Arm, MD
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[3] • Location:[5]

• The free shuttle to restaurants was great.
• Our room was not ready on arrival, we waited over 3 hours.

“Conveniently located to Rush and Greek-town and Little Italy. Do not miss the IUC pool/workout (but you will pay $15 entrance fee). Supposedly non-smoking, but not enforced. Heavy smell of cover-up deodorizers. Check-in times are more like a general target many excuses but no solutions. I will stay somewhere else next time.”

Feb 21, 2008 by Crystal from Frankfort, IN
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• Very clean.
• Did not have parking had to pay for valet services.

“Staff was very helpful in telling us where to go and eat and directions to the closets pubs.”

Feb 13, 2008 by Ryan from Warren, MI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[6]

• Clean rooms, great staff.
• Location

“Great hotel, recommended, kind of fair from main tourist attractions.”

Feb 13, 2008 by James from Portage, MI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• Staff was wonderful and very helpful.
• Really no complaints.

“The staff was friendly, more helpful and the room was quite comfortable and clean. A very satisfying place to stay.”

Jan 30, 2008 by Ashlie from Sugar Grove, IL
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[10] • Location:[4]

• The people that worked there were so nice and made us feel welcome.
• Everything else was bad.

“If you have to go somewhere around UIC or the hospital it's perfect, but the TV's don't work the rooms look like a Holiday Inn and the location was not good.”

Jan 27, 2008 by Carolyn from Bellaire, MI
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[7] • Location:[4]

• The price.
• The food in the restaurant lacked flavor.

“A clean, quiet hotel. The food would have been good if they added some spice. Not all of their gusts are at the hotel to be near the medical center. All in all I would be happy to stay again.”

Jan 22, 2008 by Tori from East Moline, IL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• The room was nice, and the receptionist and bell boys were very helpful.
• We dined at the restaurant inside the hotel and our waitress was very rude.

“Overall I enjoyed the stay at this hotel, it was not in a very central part of the city, but the cab ride was short and the workers were very helpful in assisting us in getting a cab. I would recommend this hotel to a friend.”

Jan 14, 2008 by Jerry from Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[6] • Location:[5]

• Temperature control was consistent.
• Loss of power, leaking tub faucet, rusty shower bottom.

“$26.00 a day for parking was absurd. Smoke detector batteries went dead, leaking faucet in tub rusty drain area in tub, no hot tub or pool. Lost power last day cold shower clocks not working limited lighting, bad experience.”

Jan 8, 2008 by Rita from Eureka, IL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Very friendly and helpful staff, beautiful clean rooms, comfortable beds with down comforters and loads of awesome pillows.
• Nothing, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

“The valet service was excellent (friendly, courteous young man), desk receptionists were equally friendly and very helpful, and the rooms were beyond my expectations. The great service we received during our stay made it very apparent that the staff at the Marriott UIC Medical District cares about its customers.”

Jan 3, 2008 by Pablo from Mexico City, DE
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[6]

• Clean & comfortable.
• The AC didn't work very well.

“Clean & comfortable at a reasonable price, but not very close to downtown. At least it has a CTA station 3 blocks away.”

Jan 3, 2008 by Tristan from Paducah, KY
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The staff was excellent, as were the pillows.
• The location of the pool, which could not be helped.

“Excellent service and effort provided by the staff, comfortable room, and a great stay.”

Jan 1, 2008 by Christian from Lawrence, KS
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• Clean.
• Odd smell.

“Nice small hotel in a better than expected location near Downtown.”

Dec 30, 2007 by Pete from Wheaton, IL
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[1] • Location:[7]

• The location was convenient.
• Staff was not helpful, room was not as requested.

“When we checked in for our romantic weekend, the desk staff made it clear to us that there were no king bed rooms left and that they only had rooms with two smaller beds. The staff made no attempt to rectify / compensate us for the situation despite the mention that it was a romantic weekend Downtown for my wife and me.”

Dec 30, 2007 by Melissa from Bloomington, IL
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[4] • Location:[2]

• Price.
• Location, staff, parking.

“The charge for parking at this hotel was $28 per night, valet only. The lot where they parked the cars was attached to the hotel in a regular parking lot, not in a garage or in any way gated or protected from the public. The location of the hotel was not at all convenient to the magnificent mile or the lake area. The hotel was not attractive and lacked extra amenities at all.”

Dec 29, 2007 by Tawanza from Memphis, TN
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[5]

• Location.
• 26.00 Per day for parking. For that I could have bid a better hotel.

“The hotel is nice overall. It is in a very convenient location and the staff is very friendly. Be aware that you will have to pay an additional twenty six dollars a day for overnight parking. Additionally be aware of using a debit card at this location because you will be automatically charged 40.00 per day for incidentals. Can become very costly.”

Dec 27, 2007 by Melody from San Francisco, CA
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[6]

• The guest room was spacious.
• The comforter and pillows of down were pretty dusty, Im allergic.

“The room was clean and the staff friendly and helpful!”

Dec 20, 2007 by Steven from Jamaica, NY
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• The toiletries used in this hotel are immaculate.
• Parking was overpriced for the location.

“I would stay in this hotel again. It was close to major transportation which Souls put you in the heart of the city, and it was also close to many quaint little shops and retailers that assisted me while I was there. The hotel had quaint amenities that I found to be superb.”

Dec 17, 2007 by Kooters from Stanford, CA
Overall Rating: 0
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Location.
• Very noisy room refrigerator and noise from neighboring rooms kept me up all night.

“Great location if you need to be near any of the medical centers, very friendly staff, clean, uncomfortable mattress, noisy neighbors, noisy mini fridge in the room. No complementary shuttle from the airport. But hotel shuttle does take you around locally within 1 5 mile radius very nice, helpful driver.”

Dec 15, 2007 by Doreen from Terre Haute, IN
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• It was clean. Staff was very nice.
• You had to pay for parking.

“Easy access to Downtown via public transportation. It was clean and nice. Friendly staff. I did not expect to pay for parking this far west of Downtown it was 26.00 for 24hrs with unlimited in and out. Transportation.”

Dec 14, 2007 by Bob from Greenup, IL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[6]

• Staff was friendly and helpful and rooms were clean.
• Too far from Downtown.

“The rooms and facilities were very clean and the over all appearance of the hotel was great. It deserves a three star rating!”

Dec 13, 2007 by Ken from Fort Wayne, IN
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[5]

• It was close to the attractions we wanted to see.
• The parking attendant tried to make a deal with us on parking fees by giving him the keys personally.

“This hotel was in nice condition. The bar/restaurant was very nice. The neighborhood is very questionable. I would stay here again on business but won't bring my wife to this hotel again. This was for our anniversary getaway.”

Dec 7, 2007 by Linda from Jamesville, NY
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Extremely helpful accommodating staff.
• The hotel had no flaws - perfect stay.

“Upon arriving in Chicago, I came down with the flu and needed early check-in. The young woman at the front desk was very accommodating, allowing me into my room two hours early. When I was well enough to enjoy the rest of my stay, I found the restaurant's breakfast buffet reasonably priced for the high quality of offerings. Our waiter went the extra mile and was very attentive and warm. Ignore the bad reviews - this was a superb hotel with exceptional staff. I would definitely return here again and again.”

Dec 3, 2007 by Justin from Albany, NY
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• The free shuttle service within a 1 mile radius.
• They didn't tell me they charged for parking upon my arrival and I was charged 28 dollars to park.

“Great hotel overall.”

Dec 1, 2007 by M from Golden Valley, MN
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• Location near public transportation and our meeting.
• No pool for the kids.

“Very friendly international staff. Basic rooms but nice. Good food in restaurant. Not sure the price was worth the amenities. (Only had a small fitness room, no pool).”

Nov 28, 2007 by Darren from Kansas City, MO
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[7]

• Solid hotel in the medical district but a very convenient shuttle within 1 mile radius.

“You'll need to take a cab or shuttle to any attractions as it's in the middle of the medical district, but much cheaper than a hotel in downtown. Only a few miles away.”

Nov 27, 2007 by Linda from Brownsburg, IN
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[5] • Location:[8]

• Clean.
• 45 minutes wait for room.

“Room not ready at 3:00 pm. Waited in lobby 45 to 50 min.”

Nov 23, 2007 by Eddie from Champaign, IL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[6]

• Friendly staff and shuttle service.
• The whole place being non smoking and the distance from Downtown.

“Overall I enjoyed my stay. I would have liked a smoking room. The location was not the best, only because it was far from Downtown, cheap cab ride though. The neighborhood of little Italy was really nice, with good restaurants and a decent nightlife.”

Nov 21, 2007 by Mong from Carbondale, IL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• Very good hotel.
• No free breakfast.

“Very good experience. Close to the CTA station and friendly staff.”

Nov 20, 2007 by Carol from Falls Village, CT
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[5] • Location:[5]

• Convenient location for our purposes.
• Expensive restaurant.

“The restaurant had expensive and limited selections. There was nothing else within walking distance.”

Nov 16, 2007 by Anna from Minneapolis, MN
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• The staff was great.
• No vending machines.

“This hotel was beautiful, comfortable, clean and convenient. Great location and wonderful staff. Would love to stay there again!”

Nov 14, 2007 by Rachel from Waterloo, IA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[5]

• Very friendly and efficient staff.
• Did not know it was smoke free!

“Everything was good, however when I looked for a hotel, I did not see anything about smoking/smoke free hotels. It wasnt that much of an inconvenience to go outside to smoke, but I sure would have been better to get a smoking room/hotel.”

Nov 13, 2007 by Linda from Jackson, MI
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[5]

• The staff was friendly and helpful.
• The location was too far from greater downtown Chicago.

“The hotel was fine. I was disappointed at how far it was from my convention center.”

Nov 3, 2007 by Al from Topeka, KS
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[3]

• The hotel was very comfortable. Very nice and very clean.
• It was not close to anything. There were no restraints close by and no shops.

“The restaurant breakfast was basically the same meal you would get at an executive inn for free. It was very nice it was just not with in walking distance to anything except Rush Hospital.”

Oct 25, 2007 by Peter from Decorah, IA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Close to places we needed to visit.
• Parking expensive.

“Clean and quiet.”

Oct 25, 2007 by Bianca from Escondido, CA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• We were celebrating our 30th anniversary and the staff sent up a bottle of champagne on the house what a special touch. Late checkout, no problem.
• We can't say anything we didn't like.

“Outside of the city busyness. We walked to little Italy and Greek town. Millennium park was a long walk but we did walk. Everything was very clean. The staff was very kind and helpful, recommending restaurants in the area. Would stay her again.”

Oct 25, 2007 by Lisa from Plymouth, MI
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[5]

• Accommodating.
• Shower didn't work.

“Though our shower didn't work, they took care of us in another room while fixing it so we wouldn't be late for our appt. They also gave us a beautiful breakfast the following morning on them.”

Oct 24, 2007 by John R. from Sterling Heights, MI
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• Concierge on each floor during week days.
• Not much of a "lobby" around a corner (hidden).

“Seemed to be geared toward the business traveler. Received a free newspaper at door each week day, but not on week end. Concierge on each floor available during week days, not on week ends with snacks, water, and horns nerves.”

Oct 23, 2007 by Toni H. from Normal, IL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Great amenities, very large room.
• Checking out was difficult.

“Great resort at a great value. Excellent amenities. The room was large and comfortable. The Jacuzzi in the room was an added plus.”

Oct 19, 2007 by Carolyn from Fairbanks, AK
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• The staff, including the bartender in the small bar, was very kind, professional, and helpful.
• The cost of the breakfast buffet.

“Nice, clean hotel, short walk from the el-pink line. Friendly staff. Enjoyed the stay and will stay there again.”

Oct 11, 2007 by Kristy from Elkader, IA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Convenient location for the Chicago marathon.
• Nothing comes to mind.

“I would recommend this hotel to anyone traveling to Chicago. Very convenient location, quiet area, hotel was clean; staff was friendly, perfect for all types of travelers.”

Oct 10, 2007 by Becky from Eatonville, WA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• Easy to get to train station and go into the city.
• Parking was ridiculously expensive.

“Looks small from the outside, but lobby and rooms are very spacious. The bed was extremely comfortable. Hotel is located in a safe neighborhood across from a hospital and it is very easy to catch public transportation (train) if going out downtown. Marriott charges a lot for parking and internet.”

Oct 9, 2007 by Michelle from Indianapolis, IN
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[3] • Location:[4]

• Clean & neat. Nice room liked the tiny fridge and microwave.
• Too far from activities, hard to get a cab, far from trains. Staff not very helpful.

“The room was a nice size, attractive and clean. We were happy to find a mini-refrigerator, microwave and small sink in the room. The hotel is in a nice neighborhood, but we were pretty far from shopping, theatre and restaurants. The hotel offers a shuttle service, but only for a mile or two radiuses. The shuttle service is not very dependable. We waited over 40 minutes for a pick-up and ended up taking a cab. The hotel is off the beaten path, so no trains, the bus routes were long and the bellmen couldn't always get us a cab. We found we had better luck going out on the street and hailing our own. We ended up spending a lot more money on cabs than we normally do, which balanced out the extra money we would have paid for a hotel downtown.”