What's included with your stay — and what costs extra
Your room rate at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile includes standard in-room Wi‑Fi, 24‑hour fitness center access, and basic in‑room amenities; however there is a mandatory resort/amenity fee and many services cost extra (parking, spa treatments, some food & beverage, pet fee, and incidental deposits). Expect to pay separately for valet parking, on‑site dining, spa services, optional breakfast if not included in your rate, and any incidentals at check‑in.
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What's included with most stays
Complimentary guest‑room Wi‑Fi and 24‑hour access to the fitness center are listed as included with a room stay.
The property’s historic indoor Junior Olympic‑size pool and the fitness/spa complex are included under the hotel's amenity offering, though access may be tied to the resort/amenity fee or room package.
- In‑room Wi‑Fi (complimentary per hotel listings)
- 24‑hour fitness center access
- Access to the indoor pool (hours listed on hotel pages)
- Basic in‑room amenities (towels, toiletries) and daily bottled water (covered by the resort/amenity fee per some listings)
| Included item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Charged as complimentary on IHG listings; some third‑party reviews differ |
| Fitness center | 24‑hour access included |
| Pool access | Junior Olympic pool in Executive Tower complex; hours published by hotel |
Mandatory resort/amenity fee and deposits
The property charges a mandatory resort/amenity fee; third‑party sources list it at about $32–$35 per room, per night and report a cash/card incidental deposit of around $125 per room, per day.
That fee is reported to cover items such as in‑room Wi‑Fi, daily bottled water, local phone calls, fitness center access, and pool access — but wording and inclusions can vary, so check your booking confirmation.
- Resort/amenity fee reported as $32–$35 per night (third‑party-listed figure)
- Incidentals deposit reported about $125 per room, per day (holds on card or cash)
- Confirm exact fee and inclusions with the hotel or your booking confirmation
| Fee / Hold | Reported amount | What it may cover |
|---|---|---|
| Resort/amenity fee | $32–$35 per night (reported) | Wi‑Fi, bottled water, local calls, fitness & pool access (per listings) |
| Incidental deposit | $125 per room, per day (reported) | Holds for incidentals, refundable at check‑out if unused |
| Note | Amounts vary by source | Always verify at booking/check‑in |
Parking, transportation and airport transfers
On‑site covered valet parking is available for an additional fee; free self‑parking is not offered.
The hotel does not provide an airport shuttle service to O'Hare; plan taxi, rideshare, or public transit independently.
- Valet parking available on site (additional fee; one source lists about $88 per day/night)
- Electric vehicle charging station on property (listed by third‑party sites)
- No hotel airport shuttle to O'Hare (IHG and other sources confirm)
| Service | Availability / Note |
|---|---|
| On‑site parking | Covered valet only; fee applies |
| Airport shuttle | Hotel does not provide an ORD shuttle |
| Public transit | CTA Red Line and nearby stations serve downtown; check local schedules |
Dining, room service and breakfast
The hotel is not an all‑inclusive property — meals and most drinks are charged separately unless you have a package that states otherwise.
On‑site options include Michael Jordan's Steak House & Bar (lunch/dinner and a bar), Casa Chi (Nikkei cuisine and cocktails), Center Court (breakfast), and a Starbucks; in‑room dining is available with published hours.
- Michael Jordan's Steak House & Bar — lunch and dinner; reservations recommended
- Casa Chi — Nikkei dinner and cocktail menu; happy‑hour and weekend brunch experiences noted
- Center Court — breakfast service (hours: weekdays 7:00–11:00 AM; weekends to noon)
- In‑room dining available (hours listed on hotel site, typically 6:00 AM–12:30 AM)
| Dining outlet | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Michael Jordan's Steak House & Bar | Lunch & dinner; bar hours vary |
| Casa Chi | Dinner and cocktails; reservations via OpenTable |
| Center Court | Breakfast service daily |
Spa, wellness and pool extras
InterContinental Spa services (massages, facials, body treatments, saunas) are offered for an additional charge — spa treatments are not covered by the room rate unless you purchase a package.
The pool and spa complex hours and exact access rules vary in listings; the indoor Junior Olympic‑size pool operates within posted pool hours and runs without a lifeguard on duty, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
- InterContinental Spa: treatment rooms, couples room, Finnish saunas (appointments/fees apply)
- Pool hours are published on hotel pages (one listing: 5:00 AM–10:00 PM) and pool has no lifeguard on duty
- Day passes for the pool are sold for adults and children through third‑party vendors (pricing varies)
| Service | Extra cost? |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments (massage, facial, etc.) | Yes — book and pay separately |
| Pool day pass | Often available for a fee via vendors |
| Sauna access (as part of spa) | Usually part of spa/pool access; check when booking |
Pets, incidentals and age rules
The hotel is listed as pet friendly on IHG with a reported fee of $150 per stay and a 40 lb weight limit stated by third‑party sources, but some aggregators conflict — confirm directly with the hotel before booking with a pet.
A government ID and credit card or deposit are required at check‑in for incidentals; the primary guest checking in must be at least 21 years old.
- Pet fee reported as $150 per stay (IHG listing) — service animals exempt
- Incidental holds (credit card or cash) reported around $125 per room, per day
- Minimum check‑in age: 21 years old (hotel policy)
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Check‑in age | Primary guest must be 21+ |
| Pet policy | Pet fee reported; confirm availability and tower allocation |
| Incidentals | Government ID and card/deposit required at check‑in |
Meeting space, weddings and event costs
The hotel offers extensive event and ballroom space across multiple historic rooms; those event spaces, catering and wedding packages carry separate charges and minimums.
If you’re planning a wedding or large event, expect food & beverage minimums, rental fees, and related charges — the Grand Ballroom and other venues have published minimums and capacities on the hotel’s event pages.
- Several ballrooms and meeting rooms (Grand Ballroom, Renaissance Ballroom, King Arthur Court, Tower Lounge, etc.) — separate charges
- Food & beverage minimums apply for weddings and large events (IHG lists specific minimums for some ballrooms)
- Event contacts and pricing are handled through the hotel's sales/events team
| Venue | Event note |
|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | Large ballroom with published F&B minimums for weddings/events |
| Renaissance Ballroom | Separate wedding and meeting minimums listed |
| Tower Lounge | Smaller rooftop venue with separate fees |
