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Each Sofitel draws inspiration from local culture and tradition while celebrating innovation and the French art de vivre to offer a one-of-a-kind, luxurious hotel experience. From design details to exhibitions and events, discover what makes the hotel so unique.

Discover Chicago from a wholly unique perspective at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile. Centrally located, in the heart of the Gold...

Where to Sit: When the weather is fine, the sprawling outdoor patio is ideal for catching an eyeful of decked-out Gold Coast shoppers.

The Extras: Every day until 5pm, sample gourmet one-bite desserts like vanilla creme brulee topped with passion-fruit coulis, raspberry ganache, miniature cheesecake and more for $1 each.

The oh-so-architectural all-day cafe in the downtown Sofitel Chicago Water Tower hotel reflects a more-is-more mentality with a cherry-red banquette curving along slanted full-length windows, chairs that look like they come from a Milanese… Read More

This Magnificent Mile property is a sophisticated, urban addition to the Sofitel hotel group. It was designed by French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, and its overall style is both hip and warm --- not always an easy balance to strike. Take, for example, the impressive lobby, which pairs a dramatic, geometric staircase with a cozy, living room-like sitting area. The 415 guest rooms and suites...

The oh-so-architectural all-day café in the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower hotel reflects a more-is-more mentality with a cherry-red banquette curving along slanted full-length windows, chairs that look like they come from a Milanese showroom and massive toque lampshades hanging from the soaring ceiling. The menu from executive chef Greg Biggers includes such starters as the lovely --- though very...

Parisian architect Jean-Paul Viguier designed the unique, Swiss cheese-like structure that houses the Sofitel. Just two blocks off the Magnificent Mile, this Gold Coast sophisticate hosts business travelers and Euro movers and shakers with its seductive lobby and 415 spacious rooms. Each has a marble bath and plenty of perks, including Web TV, two-line phones, high-speed Internet, and designer...

One East Delaware fuses chic new finishes with timeless design to capture the distinctive spirit of the Gold Coast.

Newly renovated apartments include such features as private balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, designer inspired kitchens and baths, and in-unit washers and dryers...