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Palmer House North America's most iconic & famed hotel, celebrating over 150 years of hospitality, known for inventing the brownie.

When its doors first opened in 1871, the Palmer House became the place to “see and be seen” in downtown Chicago. And that hasn’t changed changed as the Palmer House Hilton continues to evolve with the times allowing it to serve our 21st century guests with hip conveniences and comfort they expect along with historic Chicago significance. The Palmer House is a lively destination within walking distance of the best attractions the city of Chicago has to offer like Millennium Park, Grant Park, Lake Michigan, the Art Institute of Chicago, the theater district, and the Magnificent Mile.

10/23/2026

🌊 Rate this breakfast view from 1-10
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This autumn, add a little color to your getaway. Where’s your next trip?
10/20/2026

This autumn, add a little color to your getaway. Where’s your next trip?

Wish you were here 💌 How would you spend your Seattle stay?
10/16/2026

Wish you were here 💌 How would you spend your Seattle stay?

10/13/2026

A little bayfront view with your next bite? Yes, please.
📍Hilton San Diego Bayfront

October plans: trade the fall layers for a few more beach days. Who’s in? ☀️🌊📍
10/09/2026

October plans: trade the fall layers for a few more beach days. Who’s in? ☀️🌊
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10/05/2026

The perfect combo for a stay at . ✨

10/01/2026

We’ve been counting down the days to crisp air and warm pies. How do you celebrate October?

Who's adding to their travel list?🙋
09/28/2026

Who's adding to their travel list?🙋

09/26/2026

Imagine building the most opulent hotel in Chicago as a grand wedding gift for your bride, only for it to burn to the ground a mere 13 days after opening. 🔥💔

Most people would walk away. Potter and Bertha Palmer built it back bigger, stronger, and more spectacular than before.

Today, we are celebrating our anniversary. For over a century and a half, the Palmer House has stood proudly in the heart of the Loop as a resilient testament to Chicago’s unstoppable spirit.

We didn’t just witness history—we shaped it:
💡 The Firsts: Chicago’s first hotel with electric lightbulbs and in-room telephones.

🍫 The Sweetest Secret: The literal birthplace of the modern chocolate brownie, invented right here for the 1893 World’s Fair.

🎙️ The Icons: From the legendary velvet-lined stages of the Empire Room hosting Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland, to the crown jewels of Bertha’s French Impressionist collection.

From our 21 Greek mythological ceiling frescoes—Chicago’s very own Sistine Chapel—to the secret tunnels buried deep beneath our floors, every square inch of this palace tells a story.

Whether you’ve danced under our Tiffany chandeliers, celebrated a wedding on our grand staircases, or simply stopped by for a legendary brownie at Lockwood, you’re part of this legacy.

Thank you, Chicago, for letting us be your host for generations. Here’s to the next chapter of gilded glamour. 🥂✨

👇 Drop your favorite Palmer House memory in the comments below. Have you tried the original 1893 brownie recipe yet?

09/25/2026

Discover the beauty of your next fall destination, no matter where you go. 🍂

09/21/2026

Where will your heart take you next this season? Swipe and prepare to catch feelings 💗

09/18/2026

This fall, consider our return address to be Milan, Italy. Ever think about joining us?
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Vacations are bigger in Texas. See for yourself at .
09/14/2026

Vacations are bigger in Texas. See for yourself at .

09/10/2026

From beach days to island exploration, what are you doing first? 🌴☀️
📍Waikiki's Beach Front Resort

09/09/2026

The leaves are changing, and so is our destination. Toronto, here we come. 🍂
📍Hilton Toronto

A Chicago legend, delivered. Get the famous Palmer House Original Brownies shipped straight to your door with Goldbelly.
08/28/2026

A Chicago legend, delivered. Get the famous Palmer House Original Brownies shipped straight to your door with Goldbelly.

✨ Where Chicago's brightest stars once shined. The Empire Room has welcomed legendary entertainers including Frank Sinat...
08/25/2026

✨ Where Chicago's brightest stars once shined. The Empire Room has welcomed legendary entertainers including Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Ella Fitzgerald, Harry Belafonte, Louis Armstrong, and Liberace, making it an enduring part of the city's cultural legacy.

Breakfast is served. Join us in the lobby at Lockwood Restaurant for the perfect start to your day.
08/19/2026

Breakfast is served. Join us in the lobby at Lockwood Restaurant for the perfect start to your day.

Relax, recharge, and unwind. Take a refreshing dip in the pool or enjoy a moment of calm in the sauna at Palmer House.
08/17/2026

Relax, recharge, and unwind. Take a refreshing dip in the pool or enjoy a moment of calm in the sauna at Palmer House.

Shaken, stirred, and always in style.🍸Join us at Lockwood Bar for a martini worth savoring.
08/13/2026

Shaken, stirred, and always in style.🍸Join us at Lockwood Bar for a martini worth savoring.

One iconic brownie. Endless ways to enjoy it. From the Original Palmer House Brownie to Bertha's Brownie Pancakes and th...
08/11/2026

One iconic brownie. Endless ways to enjoy it. From the Original Palmer House Brownie to Bertha's Brownie Pancakes and the Brownie Old Fashioned, discover the sweet legacy of a Chicago classic.

A Chicago landmark for generations. ✨ Take a step back in time at the iconic Palmer House entrance on Monroe Street.
08/04/2026

A Chicago landmark for generations. ✨ Take a step back in time at the iconic Palmer House entrance on Monroe Street.

Start your Lolla weekend with a cocktail, end it with another. 🍹🎵 Lockwood Bar is ready when you are.
07/30/2026

Start your Lolla weekend with a cocktail, end it with another. 🍹🎵 Lockwood Bar is ready when you are.

More than a hotel. A piece of Chicago history. Journey back to the early days of Palmer House and the legacy that contin...
07/23/2026

More than a hotel. A piece of Chicago history. Journey back to the early days of Palmer House and the legacy that continues today.

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17 E Monroe Street
Chicago, IL
60603

Telephone

+13127267500

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