Indoor Junior Olympic pool, 24‑hour fitness center, architecture tours arranged by concierge.
Historic Wellness, City Adventures
Swim beneath 1920s Spanish Majolica tile, recharge with 24-hour fitness, unwind in the spa and Finnish saunas, then step straight onto Michigan Avenue for Chicago’s signature experiences. From Magnificent Mile shopping and Riverwalk strolls to architecture cruises, lakefront parks, museums, observation decks and live music, the city’s best-known sights begin just outside the door.
At the hotel
Included with your stay
Included with your stay: complimentary guest‑room and fitness‑center Wi‑Fi, 24‑hour fitness access, and access to the indoor Junior Olympic pool (per property policies).
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Weight Training
Build strength during your stay with the fitness center’s weight-training equipment and round-the-clock access included through the amenity offering.
Experiences
More to do
Available for an additional fee: valet parking, pet fee (per IHG listing), spa treatments, and some breakfast and dining options; other fees may apply per hotel policy.
Historic Pool Swim
Swim laps or relax in the Junior Olympic-size indoor pool, original to the 1929 Medinah Athletic Club and lined with 1920s-era Spanish Majolica tiles.
Lap Swimming
Start early or wind down late with a focused swim in the indoor pool, listed with daily hours extending from morning into evening.
Family Pool Time
Enjoy a family-friendly indoor swim; children can use the pool when accompanied by an adult, and guests should note there is no lifeguard on duty.
Cardio Training
Keep your routine on track in the fitness center, part of the hotel’s three-level fitness and spa complex with cardio equipment available 24 hours.
Yoga Mat Stretching
Use the fitness center’s yoga mats for a quiet stretching, mobility or recovery session before meetings, shopping or sightseeing.
Finnish Sauna Session
Unwind after a flight or city walk in the spa’s Finnish saunas, located within the hotel’s wellness complex.
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Aromatherapy Massage
Book a restorative spa treatment from the on-site menu, which includes aromatherapy, massages, reflexology and body treatments.
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Couples Massage
Share a spa experience in the couples treatment room, part of the on-site spa’s treatment-room offering.
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Body Polish Treatment
Refresh with the spa’s signature sugar honey body polish, one of the body treatments described for the on-site spa menu.
Additional fee
Facial Treatment
Schedule a facial in the on-site spa, which offers treatment rooms and an extensive menu of face and body services.
Local Artist Viewing
Discover work by local artists showcased at the hotel, adding a cultural pause between meetings, meals and Michigan Avenue outings.
Additional fee
Historic Ballroom Tour
Ask the concierge about locally organized tours and activities, including ways to appreciate the hotel’s 1929 Medinah Athletic Club history and ornate event spaces.
Concierge City Planning
Meet with the multilingual concierge team to shape an itinerary around nearby architecture, museums, shopping, lakefront sights and performances.
Additional fee
Magnificent Mile Shopping
Step directly from the hotel onto the Magnificent Mile shopping district, with the Shops at Northbridge just steps away.
Additional fee
Architecture Boat Tour
Cruise the Chicago River on a guided architecture boat tour departing near the hotel, passing the city’s famous skyline from the water.
Additional fee
Riverwalk Strolling
Walk the Chicago Riverwalk, a paved riverside route about 0.2 to 0.3 miles from the hotel for skyline views and downtown atmosphere.
Additional fee
Navy Pier Visit
Explore Navy Pier, the half-mile-long lakefront destination with rides, shops and Lake Michigan views less than a mile from the hotel.
Additional fee
Millennium Park Stroll
Walk to Millennium Park, about 11 to 13 minutes away, to see Cloud Gate and one of downtown Chicago’s signature public spaces.
Additional fee
Art Institute Galleries
Spend time with world-class collections at the Art Institute of Chicago, roughly a 15- to 16-minute walk or short drive from the hotel.
Additional fee
Observation Deck Views
Take in skyline and lake views from 360 Chicago at the historic John Hancock building, about a 10-minute walk away.
Additional fee
Skydeck Ledge Photos
Visit Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower and step onto the glass-floor Ledge high above the Loop, roughly a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Additional fee
Oak Street Sunbathing
Head to Oak Street Beach, less than a mile away, for sunbathing, swimming in season, volleyball and chair or umbrella rentals.
Additional fee
Buckingham Fountain Show
Ride to Grant Park for Buckingham Fountain’s iconic evening light displays, located about a 10-minute ride from the hotel.
Additional fee
Grant Park Picnic
Pack a downtown picnic for Grant Park, Chicago’s large lakefront green space within about a 10- to 14-minute walk.
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Maggie Daley Climbing
Visit Maggie Daley Park, within 1.2 km of the hotel, for its climbing wall, play areas and lakefront park setting.
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Shedd Aquarium Visit
See beluga whales and lakefront exhibits at Shedd Aquarium, one of Chicago’s major attractions about a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
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Chicago Theatre Photo
Capture the famous Chicago Theatre marquee, a historic performance landmark about 0.5 miles from the hotel.
Additional fee
House Of Blues Concert
Plan a night of live music at House of Blues Chicago, a concert venue located about 0.5 miles from the hotel.
What activities can guests enjoy at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile?
Guests at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile can enjoy a historic indoor Junior Olympic-size pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and on-site spa services, all set within the landmark 1929 building. The hotel's concierge team can also arrange locally-owned tours and activities around downtown Chicago, making InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile a great base for exploring the Magnificent Mile and beyond.
Does InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile have a swimming pool?
Yes, InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile features a historic indoor Junior Olympic-size pool original to the 1929 Medinah Athletic Club building, complete with 1920s-era Spanish Majolica tiles. The pool is located within the hotel's fitness and spa complex, offering a unique architectural setting for a swim.
Is the pool at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile open to children?
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile welcomes families at its indoor pool, with day passes available for both adults and children. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times while using the pool, and guests should note the pool operates without a lifeguard on duty.
What spa and wellness facilities are available at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile?
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile offers on-site spa services alongside its historic pool and fitness complex, including treatment rooms and a sauna for relaxation. The spa and fitness facilities together create a dedicated wellness retreat within the hotel's landmark building.
Is InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile family-friendly?
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile is not marketed as an adults-only property; its indoor pool is family-friendly, with day passes priced for both adults and children. That said, the hotel does enforce a minimum check-in age of 21 for the guest checking in, so families traveling with children should have an adult over 21 registering the room.
What nearby attractions can guests visit from InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile?
Guests staying at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile are steps from shopping on the Magnificent Mile and the Shops at Northbridge, with the Chicago River right beside the hotel for architecture boat tours. Also nearby are Navy Pier, Millennium Park, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the 360 Chicago Observation Deck, all within easy walking distance.
Can guests book tours and activities through InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile?
Yes, the concierge at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile can help arrange locally-owned tours and activities, including popular Chicago River architecture boat tours that depart near the hotel. This makes it convenient for guests to explore the city's skyline and waterways directly from their stay.
Is there a fitness center at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile?
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile offers a 24-hour fitness center as part of its three-level pool and spa complex, featuring cardio and weight-training equipment. Guests can work out at any hour during their stay, with 24/7 access included for hotel guests.
What shopping options are near InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile?
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile has a direct entrance onto the Magnificent Mile, Chicago's famed shopping strip, with the Shops at Northbridge just steps away. This makes the hotel an ideal home base for a day of boutique and flagship-store shopping.
Are there seasonal events near InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile?
Guests visiting InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile during the colder months can enjoy the Christkindlmarket, a seasonal German-style holiday market held downtown as part of the late-November through February winter events in the area. Combined with the hotel's central Magnificent Mile location, it's an easy walk or short ride to seasonal festivities.
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