Le Meridien Essex Chicago is a hotel destination wedding venue in Chicago, United States, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$29,000 (our estimate).

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Le Meridien Essex Chicago

Le Meridien Essex Chicago is a modern hotel in the heart of the city, offering meeting and banquet space for wedding celebrations alongside 13 room categories for guests.

About Le Meridien Essex Chicago

Le Meridien Essex Chicago is a modern hotel in the heart of the city, offering meeting and banquet space for wedding celebrations alongside 13 room categories for guests.

Accommodation ranges from Classic and Superior King rooms sleeping two to Double rooms with two double beds that host up to 4 guests, with hearing accessible, mobility accessible and roll-in shower options across most categories.

The nearest airport is Chicago O'Hare (ORD), which we estimate is around 30 minutes away by road.

In an urban setting near the lake, the property suits elegant city receptions, and the events team can be reached directly on +1 312-939-2800.

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What started as an awful experience quickly turned into an amazing one thanks to a front desk employee named Sam and the concierge, James. Somehow, our reservation didn’t include our first night at the hotel.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Staying over

Room types
13 listed

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$29,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$150 to US$250 per headAisle estimate

Getting there

Nearest airport
ORD, 30 min by carAisle estimate

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Setting
Urban, modern, elegantAisle estimate

Venue highlights

  • Meeting and banquet event space for ceremonies and receptions
  • 13 room types, including Classic, Superior and Deluxe King and Double configurations
  • Double rooms with two double beds accommodate up to 4 guests
  • Hearing accessible, mobility accessible and roll-in shower rooms available

Costs and booking details

Getting there
ORD · about 30 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into ORD.

Direct line
(312) 939-2800

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

Which airport should our guests fly into?+

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the nearest airport, and we estimate the transfer takes around 30 minutes.

What event space is available for the wedding?+

The hotel offers meeting and banquet space, which can be used for wedding functions. Contact the venue on +1 312-939-2800 to discuss layouts.

Can families share a room?+

Yes. Classic and Deluxe Double Rooms with two double beds accommodate up to 4 guests, while King rooms sleep 2.

Are accessible rooms offered for our guests?+

Yes. Options include hearing accessible Classic and Deluxe rooms, mobility accessible rooms with roll-in showers, and a Deluxe King with an adapted tub.

How are wedding costs quoted?+

We estimate pricing is quoted per head in USD. Confirm current rates directly with the venue.

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Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.

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