We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel: Traveller Reviews

4.0 of 5
505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Hotel amenities
Offers & Announcements
10% off our Best Rate!
Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel
Ranked #4 of 167 hotels in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 816 Reviews
Show the lowest price for this hotel*
Show Prices
*from our partners
Write a Review

816 reviews from our community

What travellers say about this hotel
  • Wine reception(31)
  • Very nice(28)
  • Red line(25)
  • Great location(20)
  • Room service(20)
  • Michigan avenue(17)
  • Friendly and helpful(15)
  • Navy pier(12)
  • Magnificent mile(12)
  • City view(12)
Traveller rating
    625
    163
    17
    10
    1
Only show reviews for Family (173) | Couples (312) | Business (140)
Date Rating
Corte Madera, California, United States
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Cool, place, great service and well appointed rooms at a great price”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

This is my fourth time staying at this hotel and each time the service, room overall experience has been excellent.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Christopher K about Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Taipei, Taiwan
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Hip, hip, hooray...”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

We got this great deal via hotwire, so glad we did! Very hip vibe hotel,spacious size room, great breakfast in downstairs restaurant, and best of all they gave toys bag to our little one which she loved. The indoor swimming pool was very nice, even cold weather outside, still able to use it. Great location, close to a small supermarket, restaurants- surrounded with many and I mean "many" great chop/steak houses, shopping, easy walk to everywhere & felt safe too. Absolutely will stay here again.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask znetbabe about Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
GMPalChi, General Manager at Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
10 February 2012
Dear znetbabe:

Thank you so much for the great review you wrote for us. We really do appreciate it. We also think our indoor pool is pretty fabulous, especially at night time. We hope to see you back with us soon.

All the best,

Nabil Moubayed
GM - Palomar Chicago
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC
New York City
Top Contributor
87 reviews 87 reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
82 helpful votes 82 helpful votes
“Nice hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Liked the hotel despite very noisy wedding party next door - they partied mostly in the hall and the doors are NOT soundproof. Beautiful pool and wonderful breakfast room service. best blueberry preserves ever. Was not crazy about dinner at hotel restaurant - too many flavors mangled together - a sort of amateur approach to cuisine. Martini served in a cordial glass - why? Ruined the martini for me. Good location. Internet free but cords and plugs too short, and impossible to adjust without moving major pieces of furniture so couldn't use my laptop easily. Had a surge protector which also had a short cord so I spent most of my time picking it up from the floor and trying to keep my devices plugged in. These kind of details should have been trouble shot long ago. Probably would stay again, but I would not eat in the restaurant again.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by NYerUWS for Chicago
Ask NYerUWS about Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
CHICAGO
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Exceptional!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Although we live in Chicago we stayed here recently to attend our Company party and give our children a night of "luxury". It was the night of the "surprise" snow storm and after 2 hours getting to the hotel from the near north side we were all more than ready for a relaxing evening. Being centrally located we could walk everywhere we needed and return to an amazing suite, and I mean amazing. Contemporary styled, comfortable, clean, and extremely spacious. The service was amazing, the staff were very friendly and accomodating. It all just had a great feel about it. We had room service which was fantastic and we also ate at Sable for brunch and the food there was outstanding. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. I love Kimpton....and if there is one in the city we're travelling to, we search it out. I hope they go international...they would be so popular!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask AMGAWRIT about Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
NW Indiana
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Great Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Had a great stay here on Sat., Feb.4. Rooms are very nice and modern, bed was great. Love the wine reception from 5:00 to 6;00. Had a great breakfast in their restaraunt Sable on Sun. morning. Our 3rd time staying here, and we will certainly be back. Staff could not be more helpful.

Room Tip: Corner rooms have great views and seem a bit bigger.
See more room tips
  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask RegionGolfer about Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers who viewed Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel also viewed

Waldorf Astoria Chicago
5 of 5 stars 509 Reviews
Chicago, IL
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1516481?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Hotel Monaco Chicago - a Kimpton Hotel
4.5 of 5 stars 773 Reviews
Chicago, IL
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d111492?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 470 Reviews
Chicago, IL
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d619615?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 167 hotels in Chicago, ranked by popularity »

Been to Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel

505 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Price range (per night):* 257 AUD - 472 AUD

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing
Palomar Chicago, a Kimpton Hotel
Show the lowest price for this hotel (from our partners)
Show Prices