Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member, Chicago: Info, Photos, Reviews

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Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Pontiac Building

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Overview
Rooms
Location
Amenities
Policies

9.4/10 Exceptional

Property highlights

Parking available

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Connecting rooms available

Air conditioning

Gym

500 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, 60605

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness centre
Valet parking
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour business centre
Business centre
Limo/town car service
24-hour front desk
Front desk safe

Feel at home

Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker

Room options

1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

24 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About this area

What's nearby

In Downtown Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago - 11 min walk
Willis Tower - 12 min walk
Millennium Park - 13 min walk
Chicago Theatre - 17 min walk
Lake Michigan - 20 min walk
Chicago Riverwalk - 20 min walk
Field Museum of Natural History - 22 min walk
Grant Park - 23 min walk
Michigan Avenue - 27 min walk
Soldier Field - 28 min walk

Getting around

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 25 min drive
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 38 min drive
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 45 min drive
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 8 min walk
Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 14 min walk
Chicago Union Station - 16 min walk
Harrison Station - 3 min walk
LaSalle Street Station - 3 min walk
Harold Washington Library Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

Kasey's Tavern - 3 min walk
Cafecito - 4 min walk
Buddy Guy's Legends - 5 min walk
Grant Park Bistro - 9 min walk
The Gage - 13 min walk

About this property

Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

When you stay at Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Meli Cafe, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This boutique hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Soldier Field and McCormick Place. Fellow travellers like the overall property condition. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Harrison Station is 3 minutes and LaSalle Street Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Follows the standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out

Protective shields in place at main contact areas

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff

Masks are required at the property

Hand sanitiser provided

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

41 rooms
Arranged over 12 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 3 PM until midnight
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

On-site valet parking (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

Golfing nearby

Working away

24-hour business centre

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Built in 1896
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness centre

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

IPod docking station
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Dressing gowns
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall shower heads
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Mini fridge

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Meli Cafe – This café specialises in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 30 per person

Parking

Valet parking costs USD 55 per night with in/out privileges

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; masks are required in public areas.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on site.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Blake Chicago

Blake Hotel

Hotel Blake

Hotel Blake Chicago

Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Hotel

Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Chicago

Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 55 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

You can check in from 3 PM - midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member?

Yes, Meli Cafe offers Regional cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member like?

Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member is in Downtown Chicago, a short 3-minute walk from Harrison Station and 11 minutes' walk from Art Institute of Chicago.

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness