Palmer House Hilton

17 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603

A destination of choice for world leaders and celebrities for over 150 years, the Palmer House Hilton is the longest continuously operating hotel in North America. Located in the heart of the Chicago Loop, this iconic venue boasts a lobby with a magnificent frescoed ceiling and offers 1,641 guest rooms. With over 130,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, including the famed Empire Room and the expansive Exhibit Hall, it seamlessly blends historic grandeur with modern event technology.

At a glance

130000 sqf total size

22686 sqf max room size

78 meeting rooms

7 ballrooms

1690 pax total

1641 guest rooms

Venue AV Services

EPEAK Studio enhances the historic grandeur of the Palmer House Hilton with cutting-edge audiovisual solutions. From projection mapping on the intricate ballroom details to crystal-clear sound systems for the Grand and State Ballrooms, we ensure every presentation resonates. Our team manages complex setups in the 78 breakout rooms, providing seamless connectivity and display technology for high-stakes conferences. EPEAK Studio delivers cutting-edge AV services supported by modern IP workflows and automation.

Venue Event planning services

Navigating the Palmer House Hilton’s 130,000 square feet of event space requires expert coordination, and EPEAK Studio is here to assist. We help organize large-scale corporate retreats and galas, optimizing the flow between the Exhibit Hall and the seven distinct ballrooms. Our production managers work closely with the venue’s team to execute flawless schedules, ensuring your attendees enjoy the legendary hospitality without a hitch. EPEAK Studio provides easy event management services supported by process automation.

Event Video & Photography services

The Palmer House Hilton’s frescoed ceilings and gold-leaf accents provide a stunning backdrop, and EPEAK Studio captures it all. Our videographers and photographers specialize in documenting events in low-light, high-contrast environments like the Empire Room. Whether it is a highlight reel of a gala or professional headshots in the iconic lobby, we deliver visual assets that reflect the venue’s timeless elegance. EPEAK Studio provides quality edits to support your marketing and audience engagement needs.