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The Langham, Chicago

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The Langham, Chicago
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“An elegant, midcentury-inspired Chicago setting matched by stellar art—a Jaume Plensa sculpture greets you in the lobby—and a hotel-wide regard for architecture, from the Hedrich Blessing black-and-white photos to the riverfront views framed by floor-to-ceiling windows. A lively lounge and…”
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

Top 10 Hotels in Chicago: Readers’ Choice Awards 2026

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in the Windy City.

10 hotels in this story
  • Swissôtel ChicagoHotelSwissôtel, luxury hotel in the heart of cities around the world.
  • Peninsula ChicagoHotelThe hotel is part of The Peninsula Hotels group based in Hong Kong.
  • Park Hyatt ChicagoHotelFor a luxury stay in the heart of the Magnificent Mile with elevated dining options, iconic city views, and…
  • The Langham, ChicagoHotelAn elegant, midcentury-inspired Chicago setting matched by stellar art—a Jaume Plensa sculpture greets you in the…
  • Le Méridien Essex ChicagoHotelFrom its airy midcentury modern design to the unbeatable views of Chicago ’s skyline and Lake Michigan, Le Méridien…
  • Sofitel Chicago Magnificent MileHotelThis Mag Mile hotels is embedded in the city in the best of ways, with a convenient location and great design.
  • The Godfrey Hotel ChicagoHotelThe cubist-inspired building housing The Godfrey stands out in Chicago’s River North neighborhood.
  • Four Seasons Hotel ChicagoHotelTranquil and refined, the Four Seasons knows how to cosset customers, beginning by whisking guests from the bustling…
  • Waldorf Astoria ChicagoHotelFor all of the comforts of a luxury hotel with a personalized, boutique feel.
  • Renaissance Chicago Downtown HotelHotelThe Loop is Chicago’s fun-loving neighborhood—home to the city’s theater scene, Millennium Park (where you’ll find the…
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Condé Nast TravelerNov 26, 2025

25 Best Cities to Spend Christmas in America

You never have to venture far across the States to find holiday cheer.

Housed in a landmark Mies van der Rohe building along the Chicago River.

25 things in this story
  • Magnificent MileNeighborhoodIt divides the neighborhood of Streeterville, on its east, from River North, on its west.
  • Millennium ParkParkLocation of the 51-foot Christmas tree.
  • ChristkindlmarketMarketEuropean-inspired holiday market.
  • Let It ShineFestivalDrive-through Christmas lights display.
  • The Godfrey HotelHotelOffers heated igloos.
  • ZooLightsFestivalAnnual light festival at Lincoln Park Zoo with 2.5 million LEDs.
  • Lincoln Park ZooZooHosts the ZooLights annual light festival.
  • The Langham, ChicagoHotelHoused in a landmark Mies van der Rohe building along the Chicago River.
  • Elsewhere
  • Grand Ole OpryTheatreNashville, United StatesIt was founded on November 28, 1925, by George D.
  • Cosmopolitan of Las VegasHotelLas Vegas, United StatesOffers rooftop ice skating.
  • City ParkParkNew Orleans, United StatesBecomes a wonderland for the entire month with Celebration in the Oaks.
  • Canyon Road Farolito WalkFestivalSanta Fe, United StatesChristmas Eve event with farolitos lining streets and adobe buildings.
  • Rosewood Inn of the AnasaziHotelSanta Fe, United StatesCondé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Award favorite with kiva fireplaces.
  • Holiday at the ArboretumFestivalDallas, United StatesChristmas village with millions of lights and visits with Santa.
  • Dallas Zoo LightsFestivalDallas, United StatesDrive-through light route at the Dallas Zoo.
  • Galleria Dallas Ice Skating CenterSightDallas, United StatesSkate next to the country’s tallest indoor Christmas tree.
  • MiraclePlace of worshipDallas, United StatesChristmas-themed pop-up bar at Royal 38.
  • Rosewood Mansion on Turtle CreekHotelDallas, United StatesHotel with beautiful grounds and tasty food.
  • Country ChristmasFestivalNashville, United StatesChristmas shows, ice skating, and light displays at Gaylord Opryland.
  • Gaylord OprylandHotelNashville, United StatesHosts "Country Christmas" with shows, ice skating, and lights.
  • Jingle BeatFestivalNashville, United StatesTwo-mile drive-through light show at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway.
  • NoelleHotelNashville, United StatesHotel with a Holiday Glow Package and Sugar & Vice pop-up bar.
  • Sugar & ViceRestaurantNashville, United StatesGlitter-soaked pop-up bar with seasonal bites and drinks.
  • Celebration in the OaksFestivalNew Orleans, United StatesFestival with vendors, food, and decorations in City Park.
  • The Ritz-Carlton, New OrleansHotelNew Orleans, United StatesOffers holiday offerings like gingerbread house building and Christmas Eve dinner.
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