51st Floor MagMile Penthouse Views Balcony Pool
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
51st Floor MagMile Penthouse Views Balcony Pool is a high-rise penthouse stay in Chicago, positioned between the Magnificent Mile area and River North. The source summary describes it as one of The Penthouses at Grand Plaza (PH#7), with a city-and-lake outlook from a very tall floor and floor-to-ceiling windows. The unit is smoke-free and offers an elevator-served arrival.
Inside the Penthouse
The residence is equipped for a full stay with a kitchen, oven stove, microwave, and in-unit washer, plus essentials like air conditioning, heating, and an ironing board. For downtime, it includes a fireplace and cable TV, supported by free Wi-Fi. Outdoor space is a key feature, with both a balcony and patio listed.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site recreation includes both an indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with a fitness center. Guests also have access to an outdoor grill for casual meals at “home.” Free parking is listed, which can be especially valuable for Chicago stays.
Location & Getting Around
Transit access is a standout: Grand subway station is about 31 m away, with Merchandise Mart (587 m) and Clark/Lake (749 m) also nearby, plus Millennium Station (922 m) and Ogilvie Transportation Center (1,419 m). Dining options in the surrounding area include Eataly (166 m), Quartino Ristorante (167 m), River North Bistro (240 m), The Purple Pig (346 m), and Labriola Ristorante - Chicago (384 m). The property is also within reach of both airports: Chicago Midway International Airport (15,646 m) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (25,059 m).
Best for
This penthouse suits travelers who prioritize skyline-and-lake views and a high-rise, downtown-adjacent base between Magnificent Mile and River North. It also fits longer or more self-sufficient stays thanks to a full kitchen, in-unit washer, free Wi-Fi, and building amenities like indoor/outdoor pools and a fitness center.
Travel tips
For fast city access, Grand station is extremely close (about 31 m away), and you can also connect via Merchandise Mart and Clark/Lake stations nearby. If arriving by rail, Millennium Station (922 m) and Ogilvie Transportation Center (1,419 m) are within about a mile. Dining is easy on foot around River North and the Mag Mile corridor, with multiple restaurants within a few hundred meters.
What guests say
Reviews strongly emphasize exceptional views that match expectations for a very high-floor stay. Cleanliness is repeatedly highlighted, with guests noting the unit feels especially well-kept. Guests also point to smooth, straightforward check-in/check-out and strong communication. Overall comfort and a quiet, relaxing atmosphere are recurring positives, with no specific negative themes provided in the excerpted feedback.
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