The hype
Travelers are consistently shocked by how quiet the rooms are given the runway views, and the beds get rave reviews for comfort.
Loews Chicago O'hare
$150-300/ night
Book this if You want a luxury pre-flight crash pad that feels like a downtown hotel, not a sad airport bunker.
Why People Love It
- Soundproofed rooms that actually block O'Hare runway noise
- Across the street from the Fashion Outlets of Chicago (dangerous for your wallet)
- The Ashburn gastropub is legitimately good, not just 'hotel good'
Quick Take: A surprisingly chic sanctuary in the concrete jungle of Rosemont, provided you don't need a pool.
Reviewed by @lisettejyoga: I checked into Loews O'Hare expecting a standard airport stay, but I was blown away. The personalized welcome gift and that massive soaking tub were exactly what I needed to recharge. Plus, the breakfast chef made me a killer omelet right in front of me. Highly recommend!
Guest Who Stayed Here Said
Reality check
The 'luxury' vibe stumbles with the shuttle service—expect waits during peak times and confusion about pickup locations.
- You have an early morning flight and want to sleep in luxury until the last minute
- You are attending a convention at the Donald E. Stephens Center (5-min walk)
- You love plane-spotting but hate plane noise
Cleanliness & Maintenance
9.2
- Housekeeping: Daily service is standard and thorough. Reviews consistently praise the 'fresh smell' and lack of dust.
- Bathroom hygiene: Immaculate. Grout lines are clean, rainfall showers are mold-free. One of the cleanest airport hotels you'll find.
- Maintenance: Excellent. The property feels new and well-maintained. Very few reports of broken fixtures or peeling paint.
- Linens & towels: Crisp, white, and high quality. No threadbare towels here.
- Odors & scents: Neutral to fresh. No masking agents or lingering smoke smells reported.
Sleepability™
9SILENT
0-4LOUD
4-7.5MODERATE
7.5-10SILENT
- Hallway noise (doors can be heavy/loud)
- HVAC units in older rooms can be a bit rumbly
Before you book
Good to know
- The 'Montrose Room' inside the hotel hosts live music and comedy, but check the schedule—it's not a nightly club.
- There is NO resort fee (unlike the downtown location), but a hold of ~$100/night is placed on your card.
- The shuttle runs every 15 minutes, 24/7, but pickup is strictly at Terminal 2, Door 2C unless you call ahead.
What to pack
- Earplugs (just in case you get a noisy neighbor, walls aren't concrete bunker thick)
- Empty suitcase (Fashion Outlets are literally across the street)
Room Genie
Best picks
- Luxury Corner King: 400 sq ft, dual-aspect windows for epic plane spotting
- High floor (10+) facing the airport for views, or facing the city for slightly less visual motion
Rooms to avoid
- Rooms near the elevator banks—hallway noise travels
- Lower floors on the street side if you're sensitive to traffic noise (River Road is busy)
Room Request Genie – copy & paste
“I'd love a high-floor room (10th floor or higher) away from the elevators. If available, a runway view would be fantastic.”
FAQ & Hidden tips
Everything you actually want to know before you book.
Is there a pool?
No. This is the most common complaint. There is a fitness center, but no pool or hot tub.
How do I get the shuttle from the airport?
Go to Terminal 2, Lower Level (Arrivals), Middle Lane, Door 2C. It runs every 15 minutes.
Is parking included?
No. Self-parking is ~$46/night. Look for 'Park, Sleep & Fly' packages which can be cheaper than paying separately.
Can I walk to the casino?
Rivers Casino is nearby (0.5 miles) but walking along River Road is unpleasant/dangerous. Take the free casino shuttle or a cheap Uber.
Is breakfast free?
No. The Ashburn serves a great breakfast, but expect to pay $25-35 per person.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, Loews is very pet-friendly. $120 fee per stay, limit 2 pets. They even have a room service menu for dogs.
Insider Tips
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The 'Park, Sleep & Fly' package often costs only $30-40 more than the room alone and includes up to 7 days of parking—a steal compared to airport lots.
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Ask for a 'runway view' room if you have kids (or are an aviation geek); the soundproofing makes it fun, not annoying.
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The hotel is connected to the convention center via a skybridge, so you don't even have to go outside in winter.
5 things to know before you go
💡The art gallery (Art/Museo) in the lobby actually features decent local Chicago artists.
💡The 'comedy club' mentioned in older reviews is the Montrose Room, which is more of an event space now; for a real club, walk to Zanies at Parkway Bank Park.
💡Room service is available 24/7, a rarity for airport hotels post-pandemic.
💡The showers are massive—some rooms have rainfall heads that actually have good pressure.
💡You can hear the 'ding' of the elevator from rooms three doors down; ask for the end of the hall.
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