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Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

3.5 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Pontiac Building

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Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
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1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
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Overview of Hotel Blake, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

9.4

Exceptional

Property highlights

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
Map
500 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, 60605
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 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 Intl. 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

  • Roots Handmade Pizza - South Loop - 3 min walk
  • Brando's Speakeasy - 3 min walk
  • Kasey's Tavern - 3 min walk
  • Starbucks - 1 min walk
  • Epic Burger - 3 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 center 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 just a 5-minute drive from Soldier Field and McCormick Place. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition. The property is just 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/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in 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 sanitizer 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 - 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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite 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)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center

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 center

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select 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
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 specializes 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 10–30 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 sanitizer; 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).

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

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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 sanitizer, 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 check-in 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.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Devon, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
Carl, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

ROSA, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lilian, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Susan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love this hotel. Rooms are large and clean. Staff is always pleasant.
Ralph, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good spot for a comfortable stay.
We enjoyed a very relaxing few days. The hotel and location suited us fine. The availability of complimentary (great) coffee in the morning was a neat touch. All staff were engaging.
Bruce, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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