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InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile vs Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile is a landmark 4.5-star hotel on Michigan Avenue in a 1929 landmark building; read this if you want historic character, large event spaces, and a downtown landmark stay. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago is a 4.5-star design-forward hotel in the Aqua Tower; read this if you prefer modern design, a tower location near Grant Park and the Riverwalk.

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Bright suite living area with sofa and city views at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile

Historic landmark · Large event space · Junior-Olympic indoor pool

Best for travelers who want a historic Magnificent Mile address, large meeting/wedding venues, and a classic downtown Chicago hotel experience.

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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Design-led tower · Near Grant Park & Riverwalk · Indoor + seasonal outdoor pools

Best for travelers who want a contemporary design hotel inside the Aqua tower with easy access to Millennium Park, Grant Park and the Riverwalk.

Quick Verdict: InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile vs Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

When InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile wins: choose the InterContinental if you want historic architecture, large ballroom and wedding options, a Junior Olympic–size indoor pool in a unique 1920s setting, or immediate access to shopping on the Magnificent Mile.

When Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago wins: choose the Radisson Blu if you prefer a modern, design-forward hotel inside Chicago’s Aqua tower with both an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool, slightly closer walking access to Millennium Park/Grant Park, and a compact, design-focused property.

Bottom line: both are 4.5-star downtown options within a short walk of each other; pick InterContinental for history, event space and classic hotel dining, or Radisson Blu for contemporary design and park-side proximity.

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InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile vs Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile and Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
CategoryInterContinental Chicago Magnificent MileRadisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
Overall vibeHistoric, formal, large-scale hotel with landmark architectureDesign-led, contemporary tower hotel with modern interiors
LocationSteps from the Magnificent Mile (505 N Michigan Ave); direct entrance onto Michigan AvenueCentrally located near Grant Park, Millennium Park and the Chicago Riverwalk (221 N Columbus Dr)
Size (rooms)792 guest rooms across two towers334 guest rooms
Ages (policy)All ages welcome; primary guest must be 21+ to check inAll ages welcome; property is not adults-only
PoolsHistoric Junior Olympic–size indoor pool (family-friendly; no lifeguard)Indoor pool plus seasonal outdoor pool (seasonal outdoor pool open June–September)
Restaurants & barsMichael Jordan's Steak House & Bar, Casa Chi (Nikkei), Center Court breakfast, on-site StarbucksFireLake (on-site restaurant) and 1 bar/lounge; weekday & weekend buffet/Breakfast available for a fee
Spa & wellnessInterContinental Spa with treatment rooms, couples room and saunas; 24-hour fitness centerNot published
Meeting & event spaceExtensive: dozens of meeting rooms, multiple historic ballrooms and up to ~45,000 sq ft event spaceConference space ~27,997 sq ft with 13 meeting rooms
Known forHistoric Medinah Athletic Club building, grand ballrooms, Magnificent Mile accessAqua tower’s distinctive architecture and modern design rooms
Nearest parks/attractionsImmediate Magnificent Mile shopping; short walk to Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium ParkWithin a 5-minute walk of Grant Park and Michigan Avenue; close to Millennium Park and the Riverwalk

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Location: InterContinental vs Radisson Blu Aqua

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile – Location

InterContinental sits on Michigan Avenue with a direct entrance to the Magnificent Mile shopping district.

  • Address: 505 N Michigan Ave — steps from Shops at Northbridge and Tribune Tower.
  • Good for shopping, architecture boat tours and easy access to CTA lines (Red Line nearby).
  • Rough drive time to O'Hare is listed around 34 minutes; no hotel airport shuttle.

Choose InterContinental for the classic Magnificent Mile address and immediate shopping access.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Location

Radisson Blu Aqua sits in the Aqua tower near Grant Park and the Chicago Riverwalk.

  • Address: 221 N Columbus Dr — approximately a 5-minute walk to Grant Park and Millennium Park.
  • Centrally located for park-side walks, the Riverwalk and easy access to downtown sights.
  • Preferred airport listed as ORD; multiple airport transit options exist into downtown.

Choose Radisson Blu for short walks to Millennium Park/Grant Park and the Riverwalk.

Rooms: History & scale vs Design-focused rooms

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile – Rooms

InterContinental offers a wide range of room types across two towers, including multiple suites and executive rooms.

  • Total rooms: 792 across Historic and Executive/Grand Towers; room types include Executive, Classic, Junior Suite and multiple 1-bedroom suites.
  • Many rooms offer city views; multiple towers mean varied room layouts and historic touches.
  • Complimentary Wi‑Fi is included; in-room amenities and room service are available.

Pick InterContinental if you need a very large selection of room types, family-friendly layouts or suite options.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Rooms

Radisson Blu Aqua has 334 air-conditioned rooms with contemporary finishes and many rooms offering balconies and views.

  • Room names include Deluxe King Room, King Bed with Balcony, Premium Corner Balcony, and several suite variants (e.g., 1 King Bed, One Bedroom Ambassador Deluxe Suite, Balcony).
  • In-room conveniences: minibars, LCD/satellite TVs, laptop safes and free local phone calls.
  • Accessible and nonsmoking room types are listed; multiple balcony and view options are available.

Pick Radisson Blu if you want modern room design and options with balconies or corner views in a mid-sized hotel.

Dining & drinks: Steakhouse & Nikkei vs Tower restaurant

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile – Dining & drinks

InterContinental centers its dining on a signature steakhouse and a Nikkei concept plus a full breakfast venue.

  • Michael Jordan's Steak House & Bar serves steaks and seafood with set dinner hours and a bar with extended hours.
  • Casa Chi is a Nikkei restaurant offering sake-based cocktails, a Margarita/Happy Hour and a Sunday Boozy Tea brunch experience.
  • Center Court is the hotel’s breakfast venue; an on-site Starbucks is also available.

InterContinental is better if you want formal steakhouse dining and varied in-house restaurant concepts.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Dining & drinks

Radisson Blu offers at least one on-site restaurant (FireLake) and a bar/lounge, with breakfast available for a surcharge.

  • FireLake is the hotel’s on-site restaurant; room service is available during limited hours.
  • Full breakfasts are served (weekday and weekend hours) for a fee; one bar/lounge is listed.
  • For quick coffee, the property lists a coffee shop/cafe on site.

Radisson Blu is a solid option for modern, convenient dining close to park and riverwalk sights.

Pools & signature amenity

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile – Pools & signature amenity

InterContinental’s headline amenity is its historic Junior Olympic–size indoor pool in a restored 1920s setting.

  • Indoor Junior Olympic–size pool features 1920s Spanish Majolica tiles and is family-friendly.
  • Pool hours listed on IHG as 5:00 AM–10:00 PM; the pool operates without a lifeguard — children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Pool and fitness complex are located within the Executive Tower area.

If the historic pool experience matters, InterContinental is the clear choice.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Pools & signature amenity

Radisson Blu offers both an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool (open in summer months).

  • The property lists one indoor pool plus a seasonal outdoor pool with pool sun loungers and free pool cabanas.
  • Seasonal outdoor pool is open June–September; pool access times and rules follow property policies.
  • Pool accessibility features include pool hoist on site and wheelchair-accessible pool facilities listed.

Radisson Blu is a good pick if you want both indoor and summer outdoor pool options in a city-center hotel.

Wellness & nightlife

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile – Wellness & nightlife

InterContinental pairs a 24-hour fitness center with a multi-room spa and Finnish saunas.

  • InterContinental Spa includes treatment and couples rooms plus saunas; spa hours and specifics vary across listings.
  • Fitness center open 24 hours with cardio and weight equipment and yoga accessories.
  • Nightlife and late-night drinks available at Michael Jordan's Bar and Casa Chi; Tower Lounge offers rooftop-like city views for events.

Choose InterContinental for a larger spa and round-the-clock fitness in a historic setting.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Wellness & nightlife

Radisson Blu lists 24-hour fitness facilities and a lobby bar/lounge for drinks; full dedicated spa services are not published in the supplier listing.

  • 24-hour fitness facilities are available and the property lists accessible fitness and pool amenities.
  • A single bar/lounge and an on-site restaurant cover evening dining and drinks.
  • Spa details are not published in the supplier listing; confirm directly with the hotel if spa treatments are required.

If a full-featured spa is a must, confirm Radisson Blu’s services before booking; otherwise the hotel provides standard fitness and pool amenities.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for historic character
Two-level lobby lounge with chandelier and staircase at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile

InterContinental — original 1929 Medinah Athletic Club architecture and landmark ballrooms.

Best for modern design
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Radisson Blu — contemporary rooms inside the Aqua tower and design-focused public spaces.

Best for large events & weddings
Overhead view of a two-level lounge with chandelier and seating at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile

InterContinental — extensive historic ballrooms and up to ~45,000 sq ft of event space.

Best for park & river access
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Radisson Blu — very short walks to Grant Park, Millennium Park and the Chicago Riverwalk.

Frequently asked questions

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile vs Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago: FAQs

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Which hotel is closer to Millennium Park?

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago is slightly closer to Millennium Park and Grant Park; both are within a short walk.

Which hotel has a historic pool?

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile has the historic Junior Olympic–size indoor pool with 1920s Spanish Majolica tiles.

Are either of these hotels adults-only?

No. Both hotels welcome guests of all ages; InterContinental requires the primary guest checking in to be at least 21 years old.

Which hotel is better for meetings or weddings?

InterContinental has more and larger historic ballrooms and more total event space; Radisson Blu has sizable conference space but on a smaller scale.

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