The Buckingham Hotel is a hidden gem located on the 40th floor of its building, offering stunning lake views that guests highly recommend, especially for events like the Fourth of July. The hotel provides a feeling of safety and security, with a secure building and a key-required access door from the garage. The check-in process makes guests feel treated like royalty, a sentiment that continues throughout the stay. Rooms are clean and nice. The location is close to almost everything, with plenty of places to eat around the hotel and convenient access to a loop stop and Divvy bikes. A free breakfast is offered and described as amazing and decent. The hotel has reasonable rates. Some guests note the unique access can be confusing initially. Reaching the hotel requires taking an elevator to the 39th floor and transferring to another to the 40th, where the reception is located. Accessing the garage from the room involves multiple elevator changes and a walk indoors, which can feel a bit of a hassle, though it is all indoors and feels safe. Parking options could be cheaper. There are many places with 'Buckingham' in the name, so careful navigation is advised. While generally quiet, some background noise was experienced. Overall, for the price and the view, it is definitely worth it and creates some of the best memories.
