InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile
4,645 sqm
Indoor Space
600
Plenary Capacity
600
Banquet Capacity
34
Breakout Rooms
—
Exhibition Halls
About this Venue
The InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile is a historic luxury hotel located in the heart of downtown Chicago, directly on Michigan Avenue. Originally built in 1929 as the Medinah Athletic Club, it combines historic charm with modern elegance. The hotel features 792 guest rooms and over 45,000 to 50,000 square feet of versatile meeting, dining, and event facilities, including several historic ballrooms. It is known for its distinctive architecture, including a grand staircase, hand-painted murals, and a large Baccarat crystal chandelier. The venue is geared towards groups, offering world-class service and accommodations for various events, from corporate meetings to weddings.
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Venue at a Glance
Venue Type
Convention Centre
City
Chicago
Country
US
Total Indoor Space
4,645 sqm
Max Plenary
600
Max Banquet
600
Breakout Rooms
34
Airport Distance
23 min
Full Address
505 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60611, US
Event Spaces & Rooms
12 configurable spaces
| Space Name | Type | Theatre | Classroom | Banquet | Reception | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | Ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| Renaissance Ballroom | Ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| Avenue Ballroom | Ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| King Arthur Court | Ballroom | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hemingway Room | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fitzgerald Room | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hall of Lions | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Prime I | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Prime II | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Prime III | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Michael Jordan's N & S | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Toledo Room | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
Sustainability
The InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile is committed to sustainability through various initiatives. These include a Multi-Stream Recycling Program, use of Green Energy (matching 50% of electricity usage with Green-e certified RECs), and a Locally Sourced Food Supply. The hotel also implements Laundry Conservation and Water Conservation Initiatives, including low-flow aerators and 1.6-gallon flush toilets. Waste minimization efforts involve bulk dispensers for toiletries, coreless toilet paper rolls, and the use of low VOC paints and Green Seal Certified cleaning products. The hotel strives to use reusable cutlery and plant-made/recyclable replacements when necessary, and offers water stations with glass cups in meeting spaces. Employee-led efforts reduce paper waste through digital technology. The hotel also features a ninth-floor rooftop garden, solar panels, and four honeybee hives. Green meeting options are available. [cite: 6, 9 in previous search, 18 in previous search, 20 in previous search, 21 in previous search]
Certifications
Notable Past Events
11 events hosted
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Quick Facts
- Airport
- 23 min drive
- Breakout Rooms
- 34
- Indoor Space
- 4,645 sqm
Contact Information
Destination
Chicago, United States
North America — North America
View destination profileData Quality
Bronze
Last Verified
27 Mar 2026