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Is The Peninsula Chicago worth it on a budget?

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On a budget, weigh it — The Peninsula Chicago isn't cheap for what it is.

$$$$ — top luxury tier

Polished, formal five-star service with large rooms, a renowned spa, and an elegant afternoon-tea lobby. Quintessential luxury — and priced like it.

Price: $$$$ — top luxury tier
Last verified: 2026-06-17

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At 108 E Superior St off the Mag Mile; has held Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond ratings every year since opening in 2001 · peninsula.com
Named the #1 Hotel in Illinois by U.S. News & World Report in 2025; spa includes a half-Olympic pool on the 19th floor overlooking the skyline · fivestaralliance.com

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