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Vertigo Sky Lounge
(Now Closed)Lounge$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
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Vertigo Sky Lounge is a hotspot chicago rooftop lounge atop dana hotel and spa. A great place to gather with friends or a great place to take out of town visitors. Awesome staff and very approachable.
Marissa RyanFebruary 3, 2013Super nice ppl at this hotel. The bar guys were normal bar types, but the other staff was SO NICE to me when I was stupid enough to leave my card at the bar! Really nice hotel people, really fun bar.
Joseph B.March 16, 2015Watch this place transform from classy lounge to crazy dance party, complimented by an awesome view of the city. Has a less-strict dress code than other lounges for those who refuse to scrub up.
Scott ByerlyFebruary 14, 2015While the lounge has a great view and evening atmosphere; beware the bar doesn't have that much selection. Check out the views from the outside deck on the top floor.
ChicagoistJuly 26, 2016Billing itself as a "party lounge," Vertigo lives up to the sales pitch. It's a gorgeous space, and if you can get a seat by a fire pit, hang on to it for dear life. Read more- A great venue that allows you to engage with Chicago! Have lunch or dinner at freestyle food + drink ... then head up to Vertigo. Super chill.
Angie OsmanskiMarch 21, 2016Love the all-season rooftop. You can easily stay warm around the fire pit. Great place for dancing too
AngelaNovember 3, 2014Got bottle service here for my bday party. Very accommodating staff, and was overall a great time. Nice view of the city, but it's definitely on the expensive side.
Alex L.May 6, 2013No cover at 10pm on a Sat night. Outdoor area has its own bar, fire pit and fire lanterns. The, indoor area pretty big, dancing w/DJ. Rum and coke cost 14 dollars, this explains the lack of a cover.
Irem UnluAugust 21, 2016since the rooftop closes at midnight don't make the mistake of going to the restroom at 11.30pm, they don't let you back in even though your entire group of friends or purse stayed at outside!!
Roy TorresMay 6, 2015GENTLEMEN BEWARE OF THE 'TROLL'.This is a broad you'll meet at another bar that feigns interest with the intention of suckering you back to this sleazy establishment only to get you to spend.
The Patio is open EVERY night. There is a fire pit and even robes to keep people warm when it is chilly. You can also smoke up there. Great DJ's Wed-Sun night! Great drinks and excellent service! Read more
You can find one of our favs, DJ Sean Strange, spinning as resident DJ every Thursday night!
Allison KaminskiJanuary 8, 2016Fun rooftop bar with scenic views! Go in the summer so you can enjoy the outdoor area
Sanjay GuptaMay 28, 201027th Floor bar has an outdoor section that has an unbelievable view of downtown Chicago. This boutique hotel has hosted the Chicago Scene party and other great events. It will be an awesome summer. Read more
Masha LukomJanuary 27, 2013If you got the "lemon drop on the top" and it is too sweet, use the complementary lemon and lime ;)
dana hotel and spaSeptember 17, 2012Join the guest list and stay connected to Vertigo Sky Lounge. Chicago's premier indoor/ outdoor rooftop lounge. Read more
JenniferApril 24, 2010Perfect date place. The covered outside area has a very romantic atmosphere and the views of the city are great. Make sure to try the Pomegranate martinis, but don't have too many!
@MisterHirschAugust 27, 2011Great spot for a cocktail and even greater view... Inside or outside you can't go wrong. Cheers!
Vertigo Sky LoungeOctober 12, 2012Halloween Party! dana hotel will be taken over by ZOMBIES all weekend long. Come up to Vertigo for the ZOMBIE TAKEOVER PARTY Read more
MoonchildMay 26, 2012Really nice place, but don't go if your claustrophobic, there is an elevator that takes you up to the club. Other than that niceeee place! :)
Rob ChopraApril 24, 2010If Roof is my favorite rooftop to lounge this is my favorite rooftop to party. It attracts a slightly younger crowd and its more centrally located in River North.
- dana hotel and spaJuly 12, 2012Beastie Boy DJ Mix Master Mike will be exclusively spinning at VSL, Lollapalooza weekend; August 3rd & 4th. Ticket info at
Time Out ChicagoSeptember 14, 2010You’d think the focus of this bar, which sits on the roof of the Dana Hotel, would be the view. But there’s so much to distract you—the roaring fire pit for starters. Read more
- Time Out ChicagoJanuary 25, 2012The Dana Hotel's rooftop lounge has opened its annual ice bar (literally, a bar made of ice). Read more
- dana hotel and spaOctober 8, 2012Vertigo Sky Lounge is the only indoor/ outdoor rooftop lounge open all year-round.
Sarah SizzleAugust 26, 2010Wonderful views, great cool/classy/casual/hip setting, good music at a volume you can rock out but still carry a conversation.
Mitchell WapnerMarch 31, 2012Great place to see the city from above. Drinks are cheap and servers are nice.
Susan BorstSeptember 24, 2012Fire is cozy, but if you get cold, they've got you covered....literally...with robes!
Uber Chicago .September 19, 2013Offering one free glass of champagne during Uber Chicago's CHILOVESuberX, 9/20-9/22.
The only "official" entry into the rooftop lounge is through ground level security; who will then check IDs and use a key card to send you to the 26th FL via express elevators. Leave fakes at home!!!
Joshua HernandezOctober 4, 2010Awesome view. I went there on a Sunday it was completely dead. But, still had a great time.
Meela PalomxJanuary 8, 2012The girl dancing in the window across the building will be mostly naked by 1am
- Time Out ChicagoSeptember 20, 2010You’d think the focus of this bar, which sits on the roof of the Dana Hotel, would be the view. Read more
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Ranked Top 3rd Hotel Bar of the Year, we are the only year-round indoor/outdoor lounge in Chicago. Party-goers enjoy live DJ, fire-pit.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(312) 202-6060
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Restroom
Yes
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