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Live · refreshed weeklyUpdated June 29, 2026
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels — 616 prompts across 56 destinations, refreshed every Monday.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% week to week.
Waldorf Astoria Chicago
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of June 29, 2026. Tracked for 9 weeks.
This week
6
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
16
best week
Mentioning AIs
2/6
this week
Total links
80
all time
Location
11 E Walton St, Chicago, IL 60611
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to Waldorf Astoria Chicago at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“luxury hotels in Chicago”Chicago, US6 of 6 AIs10 weeks36 quotes
“luxury hotels in Chicago”
Chicago, US6 of 6 AIs10 weeks36 quotes
Google AI Mode · 06-29
“Offers European-style elegance in the heart of the Gold Coast with intimate, luxurious rooms and a high-end spa.”
ChatGPT · 06-29
“Residential-style luxury featuring oversized rooms, a tranquil spa, and personalized service.”
Copilot · 06-29
“A boutique luxury experience with a renowned spa and Parisian-inspired design.”
Google AI Mode · 06-22
“A polished 5-star hotel featuring refined rooms and a luxurious spa, located in the prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood.”
Perplexity · 06-15
“Boutique-grade luxury with expansive suites and high-end dining options.”
Copilot · 06-15
“A boutique luxury experience in the Gold Coast with spacious rooms and refined style.”
“best hotels in Chicago for couples”Chicago, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks32 quotes
“best hotels in Chicago for couples”
Chicago, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks32 quotes
ChatGPT · 06-29
“Fireplaces , soaking tubs, and a sophisticated Gold Coast location make it ideal for romantic stays.”
Gemini · 06-29
“Tucked away in the historic Gold Coast neighborhood, this Parisian-inspired retreat offers intimate rooms with fireplaces and private balconies perfect for two.”
Copilot · 06-22
“Known for its Parisian-inspired design, private terraces, and serene couples-focused ambiance.”
ChatGPT · 06-22
“Spacious rooms, deep soaking tubs, and an intimate luxury atmosphere are ideal for romantic getaways.”
Perplexity · 06-15
“Elegant rooms, a spa, and a refined bistro make it a strong romantic choice in the Gold Coast.”
Copilot · 06-15
“A romantic favorite featuring Parisian‑inspired architecture, fireplaces in many rooms, and a tranquil spa.”
“best hotels in Chicago for business travelers”Chicago, US5 of 6 AIs9 weeks15 quotes
“best hotels in Chicago for business travelers”
Chicago, US5 of 6 AIs9 weeks15 quotes
ChatGPT · 06-29
“Provides a premium luxury experience with outstanding service for executive travelers.”
Gemini · 06-15
“Located in the Gold Coast neighborhood, this hotel offers a quiet, residential atmosphere away from the bustling crowds, making it an excellent retreat for business travelers seeking focus and tranquility.”
ChatGPT · 06-15
“Offers a luxurious and quiet environment favored by executives, along with high-end service and meeting facilities.”
Gemini · 06-08
“Provides a sophisticated Gold Coast retreat for executive travelers, boasting apartment-style suite layouts, a private courtesy car service, and versatile meeting spaces.”
ChatGPT · 06-08
“Luxury-focused hotel with premium business services and upscale spaces for client meetings and entertainment.”
Gemini · 06-01
“Situated in the upscale Gold Coast neighborhood, it provides a quiet, luxurious retreat with sophisticated meeting rooms and top-tier amenities for executive travelers.”
“best hotels in Chicago”Chicago, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks30 quotes
“best hotels in Chicago”
Chicago, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks30 quotes
Copilot · 06-29
“Elegant Gold Coast hotel offering spacious rooms, fireplaces, and boutique‑style luxury.”
ChatGPT · 06-29
“Offers a peaceful luxury experience with spacious rooms and a top-rated spa in the Gold Coast.”
Copilot · 06-22
“Elegant Gold Coast property offering boutique luxury and oversized rooms.”
Google AI Mode · 06-22
“A sophisticated, French-inspired hotel in the heart of the Gold Coast neighborhood.”
Gemini · 06-15
“Located in the exclusive Gold Coast neighborhood, this Parisian-inspired sanctuary delivers an intimate boutique feel alongside grand luxury amenities.”
Copilot · 06-15
“A boutique‑style luxury stay in the Gold Coast with spacious rooms and a top-tier spa.”
“best hotels in River North, Chicago”Chicago, US4 of 6 AIs4 weeks6 quotes
“best hotels in River North, Chicago”
Chicago, US4 of 6 AIs4 weeks6 quotes
Google AI Mode · 06-22
“Polished, upscale hotel offering refined luxury and a spa in the elite shopping district.”
Google AI Mode · 06-15
“Polished, high-end hotel in a prime location with a refined bistro and upscale spa.”
ChatGPT · 05-11
“Perfect for travelers seeking a quieter, residential-style luxury stay with spacious rooms and refined amenities.”
Grok · 05-04
“Luxurious option near River North offering opulent suites, spa, and proximity to shopping and dining.”
Perplexity · 05-04
“Elegant, residential-style luxury with spa, acclaimed dining, and upscale amenities nearby.”
ChatGPT · 05-04
“Upscale five-star hotel known for elegant rooms, high-end amenities, and a quieter luxury experience in River North.”
“best hotels in Chicago for solo travelers”Chicago, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in Chicago for solo travelers”
Chicago, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Google AI Mode · 05-18
“Perfect for solo travelers looking to splurge on relaxation, this luxury hotel features an award-winning spa and private room configurations that guarantee peace and quiet after a day out in the city.”
“family friendly hotels in Chicago”Chicago, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“family friendly hotels in Chicago”
Chicago, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
ChatGPT · 05-04
“Family-friendly luxury stay offering cribs, babysitting services, and a pool along with large, comfortable rooms.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Weekly mentions per AI assistant
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 29, 2026 | 4 | — | — | — | 2 | — | 6 |
| June 22, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| June 15, 2026 | — | 2 | 2 | — | 3 | — | 7 |
| June 8, 2026 | 4 | 3 | — | — | 3 | — | 10 |
| June 1, 2026 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 3 | 10 |
| May 25, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | 3 | 7 |
| May 18, 2026 | — | 3 | 2 | 3 | — | 3 | 11 |
| May 11, 2026 | — | — | 2 | 3 | 3 | — | 8 |
| May 4, 2026 | 4 | 5 | 2 | — | — | 5 | 16 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (80 links)
Direct 85%OTA 4%Other 11%
Week-by-week
June 29, 20266 links / 6 mentions
June 22, 20265 links / 5 mentions
June 15, 20267 links / 7 mentions
June 8, 202610 links / 10 mentions
June 1, 202610 links / 10 mentions
May 25, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 18, 202611 links / 11 mentions
May 11, 20268 links / 8 mentions
May 4, 202616 links / 16 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other