The Silversmith Hotel

Facility · Illinois ·

Managed by the National Register of Historic Places

594 ft
Elevation
The Silversmith Hotel

The Silversmith Hotel, built in 1897 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2015 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.

Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America.

Tucked in the heart of downtown Chicago, steps from Millennium Park, shopping on the Magnificent Mile, and cultural attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago, the newly renovated Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown is a rare gem in the Windy City. Built in 1897 by Peter J. Weber in the city's Jewelers Row District, this boutique hotel beautifully blends historic architecture with modern amenities. It offers a new choice in luxury with a service-orientated team ready to assist with any detail and contemporary, spacious guestrooms featuring 12-foot ceilings. The Silversmith Hotel is the premier choice for those wishing to experience the very best in culture, arts, dining, and sports.

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Getting there

In the vibrant downtown Chicago Loop, the Silversmith Hotel is only one block from Millennium Park and world-class museums like the Art Institute of Chicago. Conveniently located to the El trains, this charming hotel is the perfect home base for exploring the city. Midway Int'l Airport: 13 miles, 23 minutes. O'Hare Int'l Airport: 18 miles, 30 minutes.

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41.88000, -87.63000 · 41°52'48.0"N 87°37'48.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 81°F in Jul, down to 32°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F323645556676818073614937
Low °F202331405060676760483625
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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Can you reserve a site at The Silversmith Hotel?
No. The Silversmith Hotel is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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