Peninsula Hotel Chicago

Set in the heart of the 'Magnificent Mile', The Peninsula Chicago is ideally situated near all of the city's key attractions, businesses and entertainment. On the doorstep of Chicago's Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue, the hotel is located in the center of the city's most exclusive shops and steps from the historic Water Tower. The Peninsula Chicago is located 13 miles from Chicago Midway Airport and 17 miles from Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

The Peninsula Chicago offers 9,000 sq ft of versatile meeting and event space, providing the flexibility for every type of event from intimate meetings to lavish galas. The Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 550 guests in a variety of configurations. Five additional function rooms and a boardroom with a plasma flat screen television and a fully equipped business center with offices and computer stations are also available for rental. Several fine dining options are available Avenues serves contemporary cuisine from an exhibition kitchen, and was recently awarded perfect scores from each of Chicago's major publications in 2005, a distinction held by only two restaurants in the city. A fully-equipped spa and exercise facility with panoramic city views is located at the top of the hotel.

The Peninsula Chicago off 339 luxurious and spacious guestrooms and suites furnished in a magnificent classical style, including the 3,000 square foot Peninsula Suite. Each guestroom and suite is equipped with a state-of-the-art electronic system that allows guests to control guestroom features with the touch of a button. All guestrooms and suites feature marble bathrooms with separate shower, a deep soaking tub with a television above the tub, and hands-free telephone. Also included are an oversized executive desk with silent fax machine, data port and complimentary network and wireless high-speed Internet access.

From 3:00 PM

Prior to 12:00 PM

Available Recreation: Sauna on site
Spa facilities on site -Charge
Stair Stepper
Stationary Bike
Steam Room
Treadmill
Universal Gym
Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
Wine Tasting -Charge

Swimming pool information -
The Peninsula features a heated indoor swimming pool open year-round. The swimming pool is located on
the 19th floor overlooking downtown Chicago featuring an indoor pool deck, an outdoor sun deck, a
Jacuzzi and a 25 meter lap pool. Pool use is complimentary to all guests.
Pool hours - Mon-Fri 0800-2130 / Sat-Sun 0700-2130
Pool dimensions - 82 feet / 25 meters X 24 feet / 7.3 meters
Pool depth at deepest point - 4 feet
Pool depth at shallowest point - 3.5 feet
Lifeguard on duty during all pool open hours
No separate childrens pool available
An indoor Jacuzzi is also available during pool open hours.

Golf Nearby Hotel
The Peninsula*s concierge can arrange for tee times and round trip transportation at 3 nearby golf courses -
- Waveland - 9 hole course
Located 5 miles from the hotel
Chicago Park District Public Course
www.wavelandgolf.com
312.245.0909

- Harborside International - 18 hole course
Located 20 miles from the hotel
Public golf course with views of the city
www.harborsidegolf.com
312. 782.7837

- Cog Hill Golf and Country Club - 18 hole course
Located 30 miles from the hotel
Private country club
www.coghillgolf.com
630.257.5872

Other Recreation available nearby -
- Aerobics
- Amusement park
- Ballooning
- Beach
- Beauty farm
- Bicycle rental
- Boat tours
- Bowling
- Dancing
- Fishing
- Golf driving range
- Hiking/trekking
- Ice skating
- Jogging trails
- Nature preserve/trails
- Playground
- Racquetball
- Rock climbing
- Sailing
- Sightseeing tours
- Snow skiing/snowboarding
- Sporting events
- Tennis - indoor/outdoor
- Theater
- Volleyball
Avenues: The Peninsula Chicago*s signature restaurant, rated four stars by Chicago Tribune, Chicago magazine and Chicago Sun-Times, features contemporary seasonal specialties prepared in an exhibition kitchen. The private dining room can accommodate up to 14 guests. The Chef*s Bar at the exhibition kitchen offers seating for 6 people.
Meals served - Dinner only
Open hours - Tue-Thu 1730-2200 / Fri 1730-2230 / Sat 1700-2230 / Closed Sun-Mon
No smoking permitted in the restaurant
Dress code - Jackets preferred for men
Children are welcome - no child menu available
Special menus - Kosher and vegetarian, quarterly winemaker dinners
Price range - From USD 75 per person without beverages
Reservations are recommended
Seating capacity - 72
Direct phone number - 312 573 6754
Corporate Locations: 1.0 mi N of American Bar Association
1.5 mi NE of ABM-AMRO
1.2 mi N of Boston Consulting
1.6 mi NE of Citadel Investments
1.3 mi N of Concierge Unlimited
1.2 mi N of Diamond Cluster
1.2 mi N of Jenner and Block
1.8 mi NE of Katten, Muchin Rosenmann
1.4 mi N of Leo Burnett Advertising
1.7 mi NE of Skadden Arps and Slate
1.4 mi N of Sidley and Austin
Nearby Attractions: 0 mi of CHI-Chicago
17 mi SE of ORD - O'Hare International Airport
13.1 mi NE of MDW - Chicago Midway Airport
1.2 mi N of Art Institute of Chicago
1.0 mi N of Chicago Symphony Orchestra
0.4 mi S of John Hancock Building
2.0 mi S of Lincoln Park Zoo
1.2 mi S of Lyric Opera of Chicago
4.8 mi N of McCormick Place Convention Center
0.3 mi SW of Museum of Contemporary Art
1.2 mi W of Navy Pier
0.1 mi S of Oak Street Beach
15.8 mi SE of Rosemont Convention Center
2.0 mi NE of Sears Tower
2.0 mi N of Shedd Aquarium
1.2 mi N of Soldier Field
1.3 mi N of Theater District
3.0 mi SE of United Center
0.1 mi S of Water Tower
4.6 mi S of Wrigley Field
Pierrot Gourmet: European style caf and wine bar with seasonal al fresco dining. A menu of homemade specialties includes the signature sourdough tartines, salads, fondues and freshly baked pastries. Outdoor seating is available during warmer months, and a large communal table is available for single diners. Also on the menu are pastries, cheese, wine and food to-go.
Meals served - breakfast / lunch / dinner / afternoon tea
Open hours - breakfast 0700-1100 / lunch 1130-1430 / dinner 1700-1900
Smoking permitted in designated areas only / non-smoking section available
Dress code - casual
Children are welcome - child menu available
Special menus - low calorie, Kosher, vegetarian
Price range - From USD 35 per person without beverages
Reservations are recommended
Seating capacity - 42
Direct phone number - 312 573 6749
Shanghai Terrace: Offering inspired Asian Cuisine, notable for its intensely flavored Shanghainese and Cantonese dishes as it is for its matchless service. A semi-private dining room can accommodate up to 30 guests. There is additional seating on the outdoor Terrace during Chicago*s warmer months.
Meals served - Lunch and dinner
Open hours - Monday through Saturday, closed Sundays - Lunch 1200-1430 / Dinner 1700-2300
No smoking permitted in the restaurant
Dress code - smart casual
Children are welcome - child menu available
Special menus - low calorie, Kosher, vegetarian
Price range - From USD 70 per person without beverages
Reservations are recommended
Seating capacity - 80
Direct phone number - 312 573 6744
The Bar: A comfortable meeting place with an Art Nouveau flavor, roaring fireplace and a comprehensive port, wine and cigar selection.
Meals served - Light fare / dinner
Open hours - dinner 1500-0100
Smoking permitted - non-smoking area not available
Dress code - smart casual
Children are not permitted in The Bar
No reservations required
Seating capacity - 55
Direct phone number - 312 573 6766
The Lobby: The spectacular ground floor Lobby features 20-foot floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Michigan Avenue. The Lobby serves breakfast, lunch, dinner as well as The Peninsula*s famous afternoon tea to the soothing melodies sounds of live musicians. On Friday and Saturday, enjoy Chocolate at The Pen, a decadent chocolate buffet, while listening to live Jazz.
Meals served - breakfast / lunch / dinner / afternoon tea / Sunday brunch
Open hours - breakfast 0700-1100 / lunch 1130-1430 / dinner 1700-2330 / Sunday brunch 1000-1400
No smoking permitted in the restaurant or lounge
Dress code - smart casual
Children are welcome - child menu available
Special menus - low calorie, Kosher, vegetarian
Special functions - Friday Fashion Afternoon Teas, Sunday Brunch, Fri-Sat Chocolate at the Pen
Price range - From USD 65 per person without beverages
Reservations are recommended
Seating capacity - 104
Direct phone number - 312 573 6760