The 5 Best Spa Hotels in Chicago

A city break in fast-paced Chicago often means jammed-packed days exploring the museums, architecture, thriving restaurant scene, and thrumming nightlife. Therefore, a little planned downtime in your hotel's spa ensures the perfect pick-me-up. With this in mind, our hotel experts have scoured the city to bring you a collection of the best spa hotels in Chicago. Whether you are on a getaway with your friends and want an intimate boutique with a spa that offers a wide range of beauty treatments or you are in the market for an award-winning spa at one of the city's five-stars, there is plenty to choose from. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your break?

For a boutique

• Ruby Room is a small boutique hotel with the amenities of a much larger property. Book this property for the bold modern design, access to a kitchen, the intimate feel, and (of course) the spa which offers a good range of therapeutic and beauty treatments. A great choice for a weekend getaway with friends.

For the city views

• Luxurious Ritz Carlton Chicago occupies floors between the 12th & 30th storeys of a Lake Michigan tower. Serene rooms feel like you're floating in the sky with phenomenal views and cloud-like beds. With a spa overseen by the experts at Kalma Spas plus rooftop yoga — this is city indulgence at its best.

For a five star

• The Peninsula Chicago stands out for its perfectly central location and its dignified grandeur. Expect luxury touches such as specially commissioned artworks and glorious soaking tubs with epic city views. With three award-winning restaurants and a spa that offers treatments inspired by Ayurvedic and Asian philosophies — you'll wish for nothing here.
• The Langham Chicago is another well positioned option located on the river in downtown. Elegant rooms are classic in their design with views from picture windows stealing the show. Amenities include an exclusive members club, gym, restaurant, bar and indoor pool. While the award-winning Chuan Spa offers a range of holistic treatments.

For families

• Four Seasons Chicago is a luxury offering with excellent amenities and classic design. Adults will enjoy the full-service spa, hot tub and bar, while kids will be kept entertained at the kids' club or playing in the indoor pool. With family suites and a concierge very willing to plan a day out with kids, this is a great choice for a family city break.

Still not sure where to book?

• Browse our list of the best places to stay in Chicago.
• Refine your search and look at the best hotels in West Loop, Chicago or the best hotels with rooftop pools in Chicago.
• Check out all our recommendations in Illinois.
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.

  • Ruby Room Chicago (Wicker Park) 9 rooms from £109

    
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    Local exploring  -  Wicker Park is one of Chicago's coolest districts; explore the live music scene, off-beat boutiques & trendy restaurants

    Sights nearby  -  It's easy to head into central Chicago on public transport to visit the main sites: Millenium Park, Cloud Gate and Willis Tower

    Great walks  -  Take a walk or spend the day with a book relaxing in the famous Wicker Park

    Full of character

    

    Contemporary, bold and boutique rooms in Wicker Park. The unqiue decor mixes patterned curtains & brightly coloured walls with fun vintage-style furniture. Perfect for those who want to experience Chicago daily life but from a luxurious base. There is a shared kitchen but it's more fun to eat out. See More

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  • Ritz Carlton Chicago Chicago (Near North Side) 434 rooms from £320

    
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    Designer Shopping  -  The hotel is attached to Water Tower Place, home of Macy's, so it's not far to the shops. Michigan Avenue is just a block away

    City Style  -  If you appreicate birds-eye views from bed, fine dining, an A-list art collection and spoiling spa, this is the place for you

    Families  -  Kids are very welcome; on arrival they pick a toy of their choice, plus special kid's healthy menu & candy cart room service

    Spa  -  Overseen by the experts at Kalma Spas, treatments, including facials and massages, are designed to heal, relax and renew

    

    Luxury urban resort spread between the 12th & 30th floors of a Lake Michigan tower. Serene rooms feel like you're floating in the sky with phenomenal views and cloud-like beds. Enjoy the Italian steakhouse, spa, indoor pool, and a very cool rooftop bar. Classic contemporary city luxury, a safe bet. See More

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  • The Peninsula Chicago Chicago (Near North Side) 339 rooms from £390

    
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    Spa  -  The Peninsula Spa is inspired by Ayurvedic and Asian philosophies, wih massages and therapy treatments to soothe any ailment.

    Sights nearby  -  The Museum of Contemporary Art, Driehaus Museum and beloved Chicago Water Tower are all a 5 minute stroll from the Peninsula.

    Lively area  -  Located in the Near North area of Downtown Chicago, along the electric Magnificent Mile.

    Restaurant  -  The Lobby is an elegant location serving contemporary American cuisine.

    

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    The Peninsula exudes dignified grandeur. Rooms feature touches of high-class elegance such as Bernaudaud china, soaking tubs in bathrooms and specially commissioned art. Impeccable views of glittering downtown Chicago from most rooms and suites. Pool, gym, spa, three award-winning restaurants. See More

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  • Four Seasons Chicago Chicago (Near North Side) 346 rooms from £449

    
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    Sights nearby  -  In downtown Chicago there is a multitude of architectural splendour, museums and art galleries in the near vicinity.

    Restaurant  -  With views over the lake, you can enjoy a meal of gourmet farm-to-table regional fare in an elegant location.

    Views  -  Panoramic views over Chicago and Lake Michigan.

    Spa  -  Body treatments, facial, massages and sauna.

    

    All rooms and suites are stylishly furnished with French furniture, floral motifs, art adorning the walls, and shades of plum, champagne, rose and dove grey. Beautiful views over Chicago or Lake Michigan. Spectacular indoor pool under a domed skylight. Gym, full-service spa, hot tub, restaurant. See More

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  • The Langham, Chicago Chicago (Near North Side) 268 rooms from £429

    
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    Sights nearby  -  Located right next to the ostentatious and famous Trump Tower and less than a mile from the Museum of Contemporary Art.

    Spa  -  The award winning Chuan Spa offers a range of holistic treatments to relax, renew and pamper

    Swimming Pool  -  67 foot heated indoor pool

    Views  -  Great views from hotel

    

    Overlooking the Chicago River and surrounded by downtown Chi-town skyscrapers, this hotel is a glamorous choice for the discerning traveller. Rooms feature a cream canvas, dark polished woods and royal purple throws. Gym, spa, pool. Exclusive private members' club with city views. Restaurant, bar. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 8th February 2021