Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 58 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 75 min drive
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 110 min drive
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 3 min drive
Chicago Clybourn Station - 6 min drive
Millennium Station - 23 min walk
Chicago Station (Red Line) - 10 min walk
Clark-Division Station - 15 min walk
Grand Station (Red Line) - 16 min walk
Airport shuttle
Restaurants
The Cheesecake Factory - 2 min walk
Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch - 4 min walk
Garrett Popcorn Shops - 2 min walk
Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - 2 min walk
Francesca's on Chestnut - 2 min walk
About this property
Gale Chicago
Gale Chicago features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Michigan Avenue. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Pelago, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Chicago Station (Red Line) is 10 minutes and Clark-Division Station is 15 minutes.
Languages
English, Polish, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
170 rooms
Arranged over 18 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 50.00 at checkout
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Babysitting
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (fees apply)
On-site parking is limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Off-site parking within 1640 ft (USD 50 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Babysitting services
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Fitness center
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
LCD television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Pelago - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Angora Coffee - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between January 6 and December 31.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Parking
Self parking is available for an extra charge
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 50 per night (1640 ft away)
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Parcel deliveries will be accepted only for guests in house or checking in on the day of receipt with a 10 USD surcharge. Any deliveries received before or after a guest's stay will be returned. The hotel cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged goods.
Also known as
Hotel Raffaello
Raffaello
Raffaello Chicago
Raffaello Hotel
Raffaello Hotel Chicago
Raffaello Hotel
Gale Chicago Hotel
Gale Chicago Chicago
Gale Chicago Hotel Chicago
Frequently asked questions
Is Gale Chicago currently open?
The property is closed between January 6 and December 31.
Does Gale Chicago offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gale Chicago does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gale Chicago?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gale Chicago?
Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply). Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gale Chicago?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Gale Chicago?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (13-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Gale Chicago and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and sailing. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Gale Chicago?
Yes, Pelago offers Italian cuisine.
What's the area around Gale Chicago like?
Gale Chicago is in Downtown Chicago, a short 10-minute walk from Chicago Station (Red Line) and 2 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue.
Gale Chicago Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
30 October 2022
All good
Edgardo Luis Rivera
Edgardo Luis Rivera, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 January 2022
The room was nice, but heater did not work well, it was too hot in room!
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 January 2022
Overall was good, however was not base TV only stream so we count not used it.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 January 2022
Super location and nice quiet hotel. Missing some amenities, perhaps due to pandemic issues. No valet parking, no fridge or hair dryer in the room . Staff was very accommodating and hope they survive the pandemic. Would consider staying again.
Marc
Marc, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
25 December 2021
Bad experience
No one to help with the luggage,
The lady at The front desk was nice but I asked for a room with refrigerator,she said couldn't give me one with two beds .
The room was awful !!
Even they had some renovations I got very bad room with lots of damages !
the beds seems clean )the only good thing about it
No place to hang the towels
The carpet was so dirty
The light was not bright enough
Really hated when first entered,but my dad said we only needed it for the night let's sleep and rest !!
Which was hard because of the bang sounds most of the time !!!
Over all was bad experience for us
I've been to soooo many hotels around the world ,and this is the second worst room we been in!!!
Asma
Asma, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2021
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 December 2021
Location
Dmitriy
Dmitriy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 December 2021
Parking was an issue. Also room had 1 chair really, should always have 2. Tile on floor in bathroom was cracked.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 December 2021
Kierra
Kierra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 December 2021
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 December 2021
The property
Kali
Kali, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 December 2021
Nice enough but hoped for better
Room lighting options were poor. Even with every light on the room was still dark. Bedside lighting was a lightbulb screwed into wall with no way to turn on/off without getting out of the bed. Room was clean though rather spartan. TV options way too complicated to figure out without dedicated studying - never did figure out how to get plain network TV so we could figure out what was going on (weather-wise) in the area.
Good location for where we needed to be, quiet area but close to Water Tower etc. Found reasonable parking options through SpotHero.
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 December 2021
The service was great just the room had a little uncomfortable condition.
sheena
sheena, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 December 2021
No coffee in the room, poor lighting in the room, we had to ask to have a desk
Andreas
Andreas, 7-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 December 2021
Prefect location and good price.
daniel s
daniel s, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 December 2021
Ashlee
Ashlee, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
21 November 2021
Adequate stay
The hotel was very clean. The bed was comfortable. I was surprised there was no refrigerator in the room or coffee maker. I thought these were standard, but apparently not. The sink in the bathroom was VERY small, low and looked like it was hanging from the wall (slanted downward). The front desk was helpful when I had a question about a place to go for breakfast and how to get transportation.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
21 November 2021
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2021
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2021
Thumbs up
Great location, walking distance to shops and restaurants. The bathroom was large with a make up counter and mirror. The beds were very comfortable.
ANNA
ANNA, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
13 November 2021
We rented a city view King room to be given a view of a building. Once we went in we also noticed the walls had paint coming off the walls, the wooden floors sounded once you walked in the room, there was a soda cap under the bed, and the sheets had a hole in them. My partner and I tried to make the best out of it as we were celebrating our 3 year anniversary, but were still very disappointed since we had high expectations for this hotel based on the reviews.
estefania
estefania, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 November 2021
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Braden
Braden, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
7 November 2021
Kristen L
Kristen L, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2021
Great hotel. Great location. Be sure to ask for a recently renovated room.