
The Langham, Chicago
Best for travelers who prioritize spa-driven wellness, a quiet refined atmosphere, and a signature afternoon tea experience.
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The Langham, Chicago is a refined, wellness-focused five-star hotel in a landmark Mies van der Rohe–designed riverfront building; this guide is for travelers who want a calm, service-oriented luxury stay with a strong spa and pool program. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago is a five-star riverfront skyscraper known for its prominent tower and river views; read on if you want a dramatic downtown address and broad name recognition.
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Best for travelers who prioritize spa-driven wellness, a quiet refined atmosphere, and a signature afternoon tea experience.

Best for guests who want a high-profile riverfront skyscraper, straightforward luxury services, and a central downtown landmark address.
When The Langham, Chicago wins: choose The Langham if you want a wellness-first luxury stay (Chuan Spa, a 67-foot indoor pool, fitness studio with Pelotons) and a more curated, design-focused riverfront experience.
When Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago wins: pick Trump International for a familiar, high-rise Chicago landmark with a large room inventory, simple luxury amenities (spa, indoor pool) and a very central riverfront location near Michigan Avenue.
Bottom line: both are five-star riverfront skyscraper hotels steps from downtown sights; The Langham skews toward wellness and design detail, while Trump International offers a more conventional high-rise luxury stay and broad name recognition.
| Category | The Langham, Chicago | Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Refined, wellness-targeted luxury with design references to Mies van der Rohe | Five-star riverfront skyscraper with a high-profile downtown presence |
| Location | South bank of the Chicago River, steps from Michigan Avenue and river jetty | |
| Star rating | Five-star (Forbes Five-Star listed) | |
| Size (guest rooms) | 316 guest rooms and suites | 339 guestrooms |
| Opening / age | Opened 2013 | Not published |
| Pools | 67-foot indoor pool, hydrotherapy hot tub, saunas and steam rooms | Indoor pool plus sauna and steam-room facilities |
| Restaurants & bars | Travelle (seasonal American) and Pavilion (afternoon tea) — two signature venues | Terrace 16 (American) and a bar/lounge — one restaurant and one bar |
| Spa & wellness | Chuan Spa (US's only Chuan location), extensive wellness facilities and fitness studio with Pelotons | Full-service spa on site with massages and body treatments |
| Pet policy | Pets allowed (weight limit and per-stay fee; details vary by source) | Pets allowed; pet fee published as USD 125 per pet, per stay |
| Check-in minimum age | 21 years to reserve and check in | |
| Parking | Valet parking (on-site) for a fee | Self parking and valet parking available (surcharge) |
The Langham sits on the south bank of the Chicago River with doorstep access to a river jetty and easy walking access to the Magnificent Mile.
A central, walkable riverside base for sightseeing and architecture cruises.
Trump International occupies a prominent riverfront skyscraper position on Wabash Avenue close to the Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue.
A high-rise downtown address that puts you close to riverfront walking and Michigan Avenue shopping.
The Langham offers 316 rooms and suites on the lower floors of a landmark modernist tower; rooms emphasize design, comfort and tech-forward fitness/wellness access.
Rooms that pair modernist design with spa- and wellness-minded amenities.
Trump International lists 339 guestrooms in a high-rise format; rooms focus on standard luxury features and sweeping city/river views.
Traditional high-rise luxury guestrooms with river or city outlooks.
The Langham centers dining on Travelle (seasonal American) plus Pavilion for the signature afternoon tea.
A mix of refined dining and a traditional afternoon tea program tied to the Langham brand.
Trump International offers Terrace 16 for American cuisine and a bar/lounge; room service is available 24 hours.
A single signature restaurant and bar setup that covers standard hotel dining needs.
The Langham’s wellness program centers on a 67-foot indoor pool and adjacent hydrotherapy and sauna facilities.
A strong indoor-pool and hydrotherapy offering tied into the spa and health club.
Trump International provides recreational amenities including an indoor pool, sauna and fitness center.
An on-site indoor pool and standard spa/sauna offerings that support an active downtown stay.
Chuan Spa and a 2,260 sq ft Health Club make wellness a core part of The Langham experience.
A wellness-leaning hotel with structured spa hours and a fitness program rather than a nightlife focus.
Trump International’s full-service spa and fitness center provide standard on-property wellness and recovery services.
Solid spa and fitness services that match expectations for a downtown luxury skyscraper hotel.

Chuan Spa, the 67-foot indoor pool and extensive wellness facilities give The Langham the edge.

Trump International’s prominent tower and easy visual recognition suit travelers wanting a classic skyscraper stay.

The Langham’s Pavilion afternoon tea and Travelle’s seasonal American menu offer curated dining moments.

Trump International provides conventional luxury amenities (spa, pool, 24-hour room service) in a familiar format.
The Langham is the stronger pick for spa and pool-focused stays thanks to Chuan Spa, the 67-foot indoor pool and adjacent hydrotherapy and sauna facilities.
Both are riverfront and within a short walk of Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk; they sit only a few blocks apart.
Both properties accept guests 21 and older to reserve and check in; neither is advertised as adults-only in the cited sources.
The Langham lists two signature venues (Travelle and Pavilion) while Trump International lists one restaurant (Terrace 16) and a bar/lounge.
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