What’s included at The Drake — and what costs extra
What’s included at The Drake — and what costs extra: Basic room amenities (premium bedding, laptop-compatible safe), 24-hour front desk, concierge, and a 24-hour fitness center are included. Expect extra charges for in-room and lobby WiFi (daily surcharge), on-site breakfast and meals, parking (self and valet), and some pet fees; there’s no on-site pool or spa.
In this guide
- Arrival, check-in, and front-desk services
- Rooms — what’s in the room and what may cost more
- Dining: what’s on site and what you’ll pay extra for
- Facilities and wellness: what’s included and what’s not
- Parking, WiFi, pets and other extra fees
- Events, weddings and meeting spaces — what’s included and what’s extra
- Location, accessibility and family policies
Arrival, check-in, and front-desk services
Check-in at The Drake begins at 3:00 PM; the front desk is staffed 24 hours and the reservation holder must be at least 21 and present photo ID and a credit card at arrival.
The hotel offers porter/bell service, luggage storage, concierge assistance, and express check-in/check-out as part of standard guest services.
- Check-in: starts 3:00 PM (front desk open 24 hours)
- Check-out: until 12:00 PM (noon)
- Reservation holder age: 21+ required at check-in
Rooms — what’s in the room and what may cost more
All guest rooms are individually furnished and include premium bedding and a laptop-compatible in-room safe. The Drake has a variety of room types (examples: Room, 1 King Bed; Room, 2 Queen Beds; Studio Suite; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View (Michigan); Family Room).
Standard in-room WiFi is available but billed as a daily surcharge unless you have eligible Hilton Honors status; some suites have additional features (for example, certain Gold Coast suites list a private jacuzzi/spa bath as an in-room amenity).
- Included in rooms: premium bedding, laptop-compatible safe, housekeeping on request
- Common extra: standard in-room WiFi (daily surcharge; complimentary for qualifying Hilton Honors members)
- Some suite-specific features (e.g., Gold Coast suite jacuzzi) are specific to certain room categories
| Typical room types (examples) | Beds |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed | 1 King Bed |
| Room, 2 Queen Beds | 2 Queen Beds |
| Studio Suite | 1 King Bed |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View (Michigan) | 1 King Bed |
Dining: what’s on site and what you’ll pay extra for
On-site dining includes Palm Court (afternoon tea service), Coq d'Or (historic cocktail bar and American fare on the Arcade Level), and Cafe on Oak (breakfast overlooking Lake Michigan). These venues operate separately from room rates and charge for food and drinks.
Breakfast is not included with standard room rates; the hotel offers a Bed and Breakfast package that provides a daily breakfast credit for two guests. Afternoon tea (Palm Court) and Coq d'Or have published hours and reservation or walk-in policies.
- Palm Court: Afternoon Tea (Fri–Sun 12:00pm–4:30pm; reservations encouraged; seatings up to 90 minutes)
- Coq d'Or: Walk-in friendly, Business Casual dress code; hours vary by day (Mon–Thu 11am–midnight; Fri–Sat later; Sun 11am–11pm)
- Cafe on Oak: Breakfast service (hours vary; check front desk for weekdays)
| Venue | Typical offering |
|---|---|
| Palm Court | Afternoon tea (paid service; reservations recommended) |
| Coq d'Or | Cocktails and American fare (a la carte; walk-ins accepted) |
| Cafe on Oak | A la carte breakfast (paid) |
Facilities and wellness: what’s included and what’s not
The Drake provides a 24-hour fitness center with cardio machines, free weights, yoga mats, and stretching areas that guests can use. Accessible fitness and lounge features are available.
The property does not have an on-site swimming pool or a dedicated full-service spa; in-room massage services can be arranged for a fee. If a private in-room jacuzzi is important, note that some Gold Coast suite categories list an in-room jacuzzi/spa bath as a suite-only amenity.
- Included: 24-hour fitness center (cardio, free weights, yoga/stretching areas)
- Not on-site: swimming pool, hotel spa (in-room massages can be arranged)
- Suite-only extras: certain suites may include jacuzzi/spa baths
Parking, WiFi, pets and other extra fees
Parking and WiFi are billed separately and are common extra costs at The Drake. Hilton’s published rates list self-parking and valet parking daily fees, and standard in-room/lobby WiFi carries a daily surcharge (complimentary for qualifying Hilton Honors members).
Pet policies and fees differ between sources; Hilton’s official policy lists a non-refundable pet fee and limits on size and number of dogs per room, but third-party sites report different flat fees. Confirm pet rules and fees with the hotel before arrival.
- Standard in-room & lobby WiFi: daily surcharge (Hilton lists $12.95/day; complimentary for eligible Hilton Honors members)
- Parking: Hilton lists self-parking and valet parking for daily fees; self-parking includes in/out privileges and EV charging is available nearby (Hilton lists $58/day self, $82/day valet)
- Pets: Hilton lists a non-refundable pet fee (example: $50) with up to two dogs per room and 75 lb limit; third-party sites may show different fees — confirm directly
| Service | Typical extra charge (per hotel sources) |
|---|---|
| Standard WiFi | $12.95 per day (complimentary for eligible Hilton Honors members) |
| Self-parking | $58.00 per day (includes in/out privileges) |
| Valet parking | $82.00 per day |
Events, weddings and meeting spaces — what’s included and what’s extra
The Drake offers extensive event space (21 event rooms including the Gold Coast Room and Grand Ballroom). Event bookings include access to the chosen room(s), but catering, audio-visual services, and certain set-ups are charged separately per-event contract.
Capacities and square footage are published for planning: the Gold Coast Room is the largest ballroom (about 6,838 sq ft, up to 900 guests) and the Grand Ballroom is roughly 5,214 sq ft with capacities for large receptions. Ask the events team for current rental rates, menus, and AV pricing.
- Total event space: multiple rooms and ballrooms (total meeting space listed around 36,863 sq ft across venues)
- Examples: Gold Coast Room — ~6,838 sq ft (capacity up to 900); Grand Ballroom — ~5,214 sq ft (capacity nearly 500)
- Extras commonly billed: catering/menus, staff, AV equipment, room rentals, and linens
| Event space | Square feet / capacity |
|---|---|
| Gold Coast Room | 6,838 sq ft — up to 900 guests |
| Grand Ballroom | 5,214 sq ft — up to ~500 guests |
| Camellia Room | Smaller mid-size room (capacity varies; ask events team) |
Location, accessibility and family policies
The Drake sits at 140 E Walton Place at the north end of the Magnificent Mile with Oak Street Beach and the Lakefront Trail a short walk away; nearby attractions include 360 CHICAGO, Water Tower Place, and the Museum of Contemporary Art.
The hotel is family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages; connecting rooms and cribs are available. Accessible features include wheelchair-accessible paths to elevators, an accessible registration desk, accessible parking, and accessible fitness and lounge areas.
- Address: 140 E Walton Place, Chicago, Illinois, 60611, US
- Nearby: Oak Street Beach (about a 3–5 minute walk), Magnificent Mile shopping, 360 CHICAGO (~5-minute walk)
- Accessibility: accessible parking spaces, accessible routes to key venues, accessible fitness center and lounge
