
The Langham, Chicago
Best for travelers who prioritize a large full-service spa, an indoor pool and a formal riverside setting.
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The Langham, Chicago is a five-star hotel set in a Mies van der Rohe–designed riverfront tower, aimed at travelers who want refined, architecture-forward luxury and full-service spa facilities. Pendry Chicago is a 4.5-star luxury lifestyle hotel in a restored Art Deco landmark on Michigan Avenue for travelers who prefer a modern, design-led downtown stay with rooftop and restaurant-focused amenities.
Updated · about 0.3 miles (0.5 km) apart

Best for travelers who prioritize a large full-service spa, an indoor pool and a formal riverside setting.

Best for travelers who want a contemporary lifestyle hotel in the heart of the Loop with rooftop access and a buzzy restaurant scene.
When The Langham, Chicago wins: choose The Langham if you value Chuan Spa (the brand's only U.S. location), a dedicated indoor 67-foot pool with hydrotherapy features, and a formal dining/afternoon-tea program beside the Chicago River.
When Pendry Chicago wins: choose Pendry for a modern-luxury lifestyle atmosphere in an Art Deco landmark on Michigan Avenue and easy walking access to the Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile.
Bottom line: both are downtown luxury choices steps from major attractions; pick The Langham for spa-and-wellness-focused, traditional luxury and Pendry for a contemporary, design-driven downtown stay.
| Category | The Langham, Chicago | Pendry Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Formal five-star luxury centered on modernist architecture and full-service amenities | Luxury lifestyle hotel in a restored Art Deco landmark with modern design touches |
| Location | On the south bank of the Chicago River, minutes from the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park | On Michigan Avenue steps from the Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park and Grant Park |
| Size (rooms) | 316 guest rooms and suites | 364 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Age policy / audience | Guests must be 21+ to reserve and check in (adult-oriented check-in policy) | Minimum check-in age 18; all-ages property |
| Pools | Indoor 67-foot pool with hydrotherapy hot tub and saunas (Level 4) | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Travelle (seasonal American restaurant and bar) + Pavilion afternoon tea and lounge | Venteux (French cuisine) plus a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | Chuan Spa (only U.S. location), health club with Peloton bikes and wellness facilities | On-site spa/fitness facilities and 24-hour fitness center (supplier listing) |
| Known for | Riverside setting, Chuan Spa and formal afternoon tea tradition | Art Deco landmark conversion and lifestyle branding with rooftop terrace |
| Meetings & events | About 15,000 sq ft of event space including the Devonshire Ballroom and multiple meeting rooms | Conference center and 8 meeting rooms totaling 11,001 sq ft |
| Nearby attractions | Magnificent Mile ~4-minute walk; Chicago Architecture River Cruise departure nearby | |
| Pet policy | Pets allowed with weight limits and fees (details vary by source) | Pets allowed in specific rooms; pet fee and policy apply |
The Langham sits on the Chicago River in a landmark Mies van der Rohe–designed tower, a short walk to the Magnificent Mile and river cruises.
Choose The Langham for a riverside base with direct river access and close museum/architecture connections.
Pendry Chicago occupies a restored Art Deco landmark on Michigan Avenue, placing it in the Loop with easy walking access to parks and the riverwalk.
Choose Pendry for being in the commercial and cultural center of the Loop, near shopping and parks.
The Langham offers 316 rooms and suites spread across the landmark building's lower floors, with a focus on refined finishes and river or lake views.
Pick The Langham for traditional, spacious rooms with river or lake-oriented views and a club lounge option.
Pendry has 364 guestrooms with a variety of room and suite configurations, including corner and river-view suites.
Pendry suits travelers who want a range of modern room types, many with city or river views and lifestyle-focused in-room amenities.
The Langham centers dining around Travelle (seasonal American) and Pavilion (afternoon tea), offering formal and refined F&B options.
The Langham is best for classic, service-forward dining and an afternoon tea tradition.
Pendry highlights French dining at Venteux plus a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service, with a rooftop terrace for views.
Pendry fits travelers seeking contemporary restaurant and rooftop options within a lifestyle hotel format.
The Langham's key amenity is a 67-foot indoor pool on Level 4 alongside hydrotherapy and sauna facilities.
The Langham is the clearer choice if an indoor wellness pool and integrated spa facilities matter to you.
Pendry's distinguishing public amenities are its rooftop terrace and lifestyle programming; supplier listing notes a rooftop terrace and evening entertainment.
Pendry emphasizes rooftop space and nightlife-style programming rather than a large indoor spa pool.
Wellness at The Langham centers on Chuan Spa and a 2,260 sq ft Health Club with Peloton bikes and group classes.
The Langham is stronger on formal spa programming and a broader wellness menu.
Pendry provides a 24-hour fitness facility and an events/entertainment program aligned with lifestyle-hotel expectations.
Pendry is ideal if a 24-hour gym and rooftop/entertainment scene are priorities, while spa specifics may require direct confirmation.

The Langham — Chuan Spa and a 67-foot indoor pool with hydrotherapy and multiple sauna/steam rooms.

Pendry Chicago — located on Michigan Avenue with a rooftop terrace and modern-luxury branding.

The Langham — Travelle and Pavilion afternoon tea offer classic, service-forward dining options.

Pendry Chicago — wide range of room and suite types including corner, tower and river-view suites.
The Langham is the clearer choice — it houses Chuan Spa (the brand's only U.S. location) and linked wellness facilities; Pendry lists on-site spa/fitness offerings but not the Chuan brand.
Both are within a short walk of the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park; Pendry sits directly on Michigan Avenue while The Langham is on the river a few minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue.
No — neither property is adults-only. The Langham requires a 21+ check-in age; Pendry's supplier listing shows a minimum check-in age of 18.
Both have meeting and event facilities: The Langham offers about 15,000 sq ft including the Devonshire Ballroom; Pendry lists roughly 11,001 sq ft and 8 meeting rooms.
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