
The Langham, Chicago
Best for spa-focused stays and a classic downtown riverfront address with river views and a notable indoor pool.
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The Langham, Chicago is a five-star luxury hotel in a landmark Mies van der Rohe riverfront building with a signature Chuan Spa; this comparison is for travelers who want classic downtown luxury and spa-focused stays. The St. Regis Chicago is a newer five-star ultra-luxury tower in the Lakeshore East skyline; read on if you’re weighing Chicago’s newest high-profile luxury option against an established riverfront property.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for spa-focused stays and a classic downtown riverfront address with river views and a notable indoor pool.

Best for travelers seeking a newer ultra-luxury high-rise experience with landmark tower views and contemporary design.
When The Langham, Chicago wins: pick The Langham if you value an established riverfront address, the only Chuan Spa in the U.S., a long indoor pool (67-foot) and a refined, modernist building with a history of awards.
When The St. Regis Chicago wins: choose The St. Regis if you prefer a newer landmark tower in Lakeshore East, St. Regis brand service, contemporary ultra-luxury rooms in a dramatic high-rise, and easy access to the Riverwalk and lakefront trails.
Bottom line: both are top-tier five-star hotels in central Chicago. The Langham leans on historic-modern architecture, river proximity and an expansive spa/pool offering; The St. Regis offers a newer, high-profile tower experience and contemporary luxury—your choice depends on whether you prioritize the riverfront, spa and classic hotel ambience (Langham) or a newer skyline landmark and St. Regis tower-style rooms (St. Regis).
| Category | The Langham, Chicago | The St. Regis Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Refined, modernist riverfront luxury with a focus on spa and classic service | New ultra-luxury high-rise with contemporary finishes and skyline presence |
| Location | 330 North Wabash Avenue — on the south bank of the Chicago River, steps from Michigan Avenue | 401 East Upper Wacker Drive — Lakeshore East area, within walking distance of Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue |
| Size (rooms) | 316 guest rooms and suites | 192 air-conditioned rooms |
| Opening / age | Opened 2013 | Not published |
| Pools | Indoor 67-foot pool (Level 4) with hydrotherapy hot tub, steam and saunas | Indoor pool (number of pools: 1) plus steam room; pool hours and size Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Travelle (seasonal American) and Pavilion (afternoon tea); Travelle Lounge bar | 2 restaurants and 1 bar/lounge; Miru is listed among dining options and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | Chuan Spa (on-site, U.S. flagship), health club and group fitness studio | Full-service spa, steam room, 24-hour fitness center and spa treatment rooms |
| Known for | Landmark Mies van der Rohe riverfront building and afternoon tea tradition | Newer St. Regis high-rise presence in Lakeshore East and contemporary tower views |
| Event & meeting space | About 15,000 sq ft of event space with multiple ballrooms and meeting rooms | 8 meeting rooms available (banquet hall and event facilities) |
| Family & policy | Adults 21+ required to reserve/check in (property welcomes all ages to stay) | Minimum check-in age 21; not adults-only |
The Langham sits on the south bank of the Chicago River with very short walks to Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park.
Best choice if you want immediate river access and a short walk to the Magnificent Mile.
The St. Regis Chicago occupies a prominent Lakeshore East tower location within walking distance of the Riverwalk and lakefront.
Pick the St. Regis for a newer high-rise location near the Riverwalk with strong skyline and lake-adjacent access.
The Langham offers 316 rooms and suites inside the first 13 floors of a landmark modernist tower.
The Langham is larger and leans on classic refined room design and club lounge service.
The St. Regis Chicago lists 192 rooms across contemporary superior, deluxe and suite categories.
The St. Regis focuses on newer high-rise room configurations and branded suite offerings.
The Langham runs Travelle (seasonal American) plus Pavilion for afternoon tea.
Choose The Langham for a classic afternoon tea tradition and a river-facing restaurant designed by David Rockwell.
The St. Regis Chicago offers two restaurants and a bar/lounge, with Miru noted among dining options.
The St. Regis provides contemporary in-house dining across multiple outlets, with 24-hour room service.
The Langham's signature water feature is a 67-foot indoor pool on Level 4 with adjacent hydrotherapy and sauna facilities.
The Langham is a strong pick for guests who prioritize an extensive indoor-pool and spa complex.
The St. Regis Chicago lists one indoor pool and steam room among its recreation and spa facilities.
St. Regis has full wellness facilities including an indoor pool, but specific pool details are less fully published.
The Langham centers its wellness offering on Chuan Spa and a structured fitness program.
The Langham emphasizes spa programming and scheduled wellness classes alongside a quieter, refined evening scene.
The St. Regis supports wellness with a full-service spa, 24-hour fitness center and steam room facilities.
St. Regis is set up for round-the-clock fitness and contemporary spa services with more late-night service options.

The Langham — Chuan Spa (U.S. flagship) plus a 67-foot indoor pool with multiple saunas and hydrotherapy.

The St. Regis Chicago — newer landmark high-rise in Lakeshore East with contemporary rooms and tower views.

The Langham — doorstep access to the Chicago River, short walk to the Magnificent Mile and easy river-cruise access.

The St. Regis Chicago — modern room and suite options, including multiple river- and park-view categories and signature St. Regis amenities.
The Langham is steps from Michigan Avenue (about a 4-minute walk); The St. Regis is within walking distance but a slightly longer walk.
The Langham has a specifically described 67-foot indoor pool plus Chuan Spa with extensive facilities; The St. Regis lists a full-service spa and one indoor pool but publishes fewer pool details.
No. Both properties require a guest 21 or older to reserve and check in, but neither is adults-only.
Choose The St. Regis Chicago for a newer high-rise tower experience; choose The Langham for a riverfront, architecturally notable building and larger spa complex.
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