
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Best for skyline views, a sizeable full-service spa, and a dramatic five-star hotel experience.
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Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago is a five-star River North tower with skyline and river views, a large spa, and a heated indoor pool—good for travelers who want upscale rooms and dramatic city panoramas. Loews Chicago Hotel is a polished 4.5-star downtown property steps from the river and lakefront—better for guests seeking modern, approachable lake-and-river access near Michigan Avenue.
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Best for skyline views, a sizeable full-service spa, and a dramatic five-star hotel experience.

Best for straightforward access to the Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue, and the lakefront in a modern, full-service hotel.
When Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago wins: pick Trump for larger, more dramatic rooms in a 92-story tower, an extensive 23,000 sq ft spa, a 75-foot heated indoor pool with city and river views, and skyline-facing event spaces.
When Loews Chicago Hotel wins: choose Loews for a broadly appealing, modern downtown stay with easy walking access to the Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue, the lakefront and a sizable meeting footprint—good for meetings and guests who want approachable lakeside access.
Bottom line: both are polished downtown hotels close to the river and major attractions; Trump skews toward five-star luxury and spa-focused stays, while Loews is a reliable, modern 4.5-star option with very convenient lake-and-river access.
| Category | Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago | Loews Chicago Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Formal five-star tower with skyline drama and upscale service. | Polished 4.5-star downtown hotel with modern, accessible public spaces. |
| Location | River North, immediate Chicago River and Magnificent Mile access. | Near the Chicago Riverwalk and a short walk to the lakefront and Michigan Avenue. |
| Size | 339 rooms in a 92-story tower. | 400 guestrooms. |
| Opened / Age | Opened January 2008. | Not published |
| Pools | 75-foot heated indoor pool with city/river views (spa floor). | Wheelchair-accessible pool (on-site); rooftop terrace views listed. |
| Restaurants & bars | Terrace 16 (seasonal New American + large outdoor terrace) and Rebar (Neo-Japanese bar). | One full-service restaurant and one bar/lounge plus a coffee shop/cafe. |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Trump — 23,000 sq ft, steam room, dry sauna, 24-hour fitness club. | Fitness facilities (24-hour) and concierge services; full spa not published. |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive (≈26,000 sq ft) with multiple ballrooms and river/skyline views. | Conference space ~25,717 sq ft (2,389 m²), multiple meeting rooms. |
| Family friendliness | Family-friendly with Trump Kids program and kid-friendly pool access rules. | Family-friendly; babysitting available (surcharge). |
| Pet policy | Pet-friendly (fee, size limits, amenities listed). | Pets allowed in specific rooms (fee; restrictions apply). |
Trump sits where River North meets the Chicago River and is steps from the Magnificent Mile.
Choose Trump if you want immediate riverfront positioning with skyline views and proximity to the Magnificent Mile.
Loews is centrally located a short walk from the Chicago Riverwalk and the lakefront.
Choose Loews for straightforward access to both the Riverwalk and Lake Michigan without staying in a high-rise tower.
Trump has 339 guest accommodations across a 92-story tower with named room types and large suites.
Choose Trump for larger suites and rooms focused on skyline and river views in a high-rise setting.
Loews offers 400 guestrooms with premium bedding and designer toiletries.
Choose Loews for a larger inventory of modern rooms and accessible-room options near the lake and river.
Trump features Terrace 16 (seasonal New American with a large outdoor terrace) plus Rebar, a riverfront Neo-Japanese bar.
Choose Trump if you want multiple in-house dining atmospheres and terrace or river views during meals.
Loews has one restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar/lounge with room service (limited hours).
Choose Loews if you prefer a simple on-site dining setup with plentiful nearby restaurant choices along Michigan Avenue.
Trump highlights a 75-foot heated indoor pool on the spa floor with city and river views.
Pick Trump for a large indoor heated pool integrated into a destination spa experience.
Loews lists an on-site, wheelchair-accessible pool and a rooftop terrace (seasonal rooftop lounge operates summer–fall, weather permitting).
Pick Loews if you want a modern hotel pool option plus rooftop terrace access and round-the-clock fitness.
Trump’s wellness offering centers on The Spa at Trump and a 24-hour fitness club.
Choose Trump for a deeper on-site spa and a more hotel-centered nightlife scene.
Loews focuses on modern fitness facilities, accessible services, and neighborhood nightlife nearby.
Choose Loews if you prefer to step out to local bars and restaurants while having reliable fitness and rooftop options onsite.

Trump — a 23,000 sq ft spa plus a 75-foot heated indoor pool with city and river views.

Loews — short walk to the Chicago Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan.

Trump — extensive meeting and ballroom options with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows and skyline views.

Loews — polished 4.5-star service, large meeting footprint, and a larger room inventory.
Trump — its 23,000 sq ft Spa at Trump and the attached 75-foot heated indoor pool make it the stronger pick for spa-focused stays.
Loews — the supplier listing emphasizes short walks to the lakefront and nearby lakefront trail access.
Both welcome families: Trump runs a Trump Kids program and pool rules for minors; Loews offers babysitting services (surcharge).
Both have significant meeting space; Trump emphasizes dramatic ballrooms with skyline views while Loews lists ~25,717 sq ft of conference space for events.
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