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General Description

The Blackstone also has a fitness center with cardiovascular equipment, free weights, state of the art fitness equipment and is available 24 hours daily with room key. You will also enjoy exploring the museum-quality Blackstone Art Collection of over 1,400 works by Chicago-based artists while staying at this historic hotel. (01/10:JB)The hotel's Michigan Avenue location boasts exquisite views of Lake Michigan. There are 23 floors with 332 contemporary hotel rooms providing thoughtful touches of whimsy and charm. Hotel rooms feature the plush Renaissance bedding with down comforters. Amenities at this hotel on Michigan Avenue include high-speed internet & personal iHome stereo, Club level and executive rooms provide added splendor at our Chicago hotel on Michigan Avenue. Rooms also feature air conditioning, alarm clock, bottled water-for a fee, coffee maker/tea service, electrical adapters, individual climate control, iron and ironing board, luxurious bedding - down comforters, custom duvets, cotton-rich linens, some rooms have a pull-out sofa bed and an in-room safe. Discover the Blackstone Renaissance, a downtown Chicago luxury hotel near Grant Park. This downtown Chicago hotel has been a favorite of movie stars, sports legends, royalty and presidents since 1910. Located just steps from Chicago's major attractions including McCormick Place, Grant Park, Soldier Field, Art Institute of Chicago, Field Museum, Millennium Park, Navy Pier and Shedd Aquarium. Celebrity Chef Jose Garces serves modern Catalan including tapas and chops with Mediterranean ambiance. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Starbucks is also at this hotel property. In a city of distinctive architecture, the Beaux-Arts form of the Blackstone with its Mansard roof are truly eye-catching. This 23 storied building designed by renowned architects Marshall and Fox in 1908, the hotel stands on the original mansion grounds of Mr. Timothy Blackstone, president of the Chicago and Alton Railroad. The lobby features distinctive elements like Cloud Gate inspired chandeliers, can't-miss carpeting, and the unique gold couch, just one the many places guests like to take pictures in this historic Chicago hotel.

Amenities

Business Center
Room Service
High-speed Internet
Fitness Room/Gym
Restaurant
Parking
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
Concierge
Valet Parking
Bar / Lounge
Elevator / Lift
24 Hour Reception
Babysitting / Child Services
Air Conditioned
Non-Smoking Rooms
Golf Course
Banquet Facilities
Conference Room(s)
Currency Exchange
Safe-Deposit Box
News Stand
ATM / Cash Machine
Mini Bar
Cable / Satellite TV
In Room Movies
Connecting Rooms
Bath / Hot Tub
Wake-up Service
Florist
Meeting Rooms
Coffee / Tea Maker
Hair Dryer
TV
Laundry service
Direct dial phone
Shower
Grab bars in bathroom
Ice Machine

Hotel Policies

Checkin: 16h
Checkout: 12h

Blackstone Hotel Chicago

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for Blackstone Hotel Chicago RATING

4.7 / 5

14 REVIEWS

Visitors' Reviews

Name:Marsha McMillan
Date of stay:04/26/2011
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:04/26/2011

Great hotel. Staff was very friendly . I will be back soon.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 4.6

Name:NA
Date of stay: 07/27/2009
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay: 07/27/2009

We stayed here for a conference, but it felt like a luxurious vacation. The room was very well appointed, modern, very clean, and comfortable. The location is reasonably convenient for visiting the museum campus and the art institute. The room rate was excellent relative to the quality, though the parking rate was high (but it is in a big city...). We would definitely stay here again.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 4.4

Name:NA
Date of stay: 07/19/2009
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay: 07/19/2009

Very friendly staff. Nice room. Great location.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 4.7

Name:NA
Date of stay: 08/16/2009
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay: 08/16/2009

The Blackstone is run by a very young staff. That's fine, except they don't know and clearly have not been trained to show the genteel, accomodating ways that prevail at outstanding hotels with more experienced staff. I did not find the staff to be outgoing or warm; although, everyone was courteous and relatively competent the conceirge was perfunctory, and not very helpful. The check in desk put us in a room overlooking the HVAC and an airshaft -- inconceivable in a high quality hotel , unless it's 2 AM and the last room available. When I promptly challenged the room assignment we were moved. The bathroom in the second room had numerous long black hair on the floor. Yuck. By then, I was room fatigued, and just cleaned them up myself. The lounge chair in the room --which was, other than the above, extremely well appointed, although on the small side was extremely uncomfortable. When I asked for maintenance, the chair was replaced after which it was only somewhat uncomfortable. Finally, the Blackstone is a gorgeous old hotel, but the new rugs in the lobby are already dirty and tired -- which like condition of the lunge chairs indicates to me that the facility may have a maintenance problem. ALL THAT SAID, the location is superb walking distance from all museums, shopping, and transportation, and the rooms well appointed. If the hotel maintenance were better, and the staff on its game, this could easily be a 4.5 star facility. But I think that 3-3.5 is generous at the present time.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 4.9

Name:NA
Date of stay: 07/09/2009
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay: 07/09/2009

Was here for two nights on business. I had the standard room and thought it was one of the nicest hotel rooms I'd ever stayed in. Bell staff and front-desk were extremely friendly and helpful. This is an older hotel that has been beautifully updated and renovated.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.4

Name:NA
Date of stay:11/03/2009
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:11/03/2009

The staff was extremely professional and the room was outstanding. 47.00 For hotel guest's 24 hour parking is a little steep even for Chicago. This is an historic hotel located on Michigan Ave. Just south of the Magnificent Mile. My wife and I were very pleased with the professionalism of the staff and we were extremely impressed with the decor and comfort of the room. The Blackstone is beautifully renovated and takes you back to old time Chicago with a warm, vibrant and romantic feel. I definitely recommend this hotel whether it's for business or pleasure.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.4

Name:
Date of stay:02/24/2010
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:02/24/2010

Marriott now refuses to guarantee the type of room, ie number of beds. We reserved two double beds and it was changed by Marriott to 1 King. I e-mailed immediately, and supposodly they called the hotel and changed it, but when we arrived they knew nothing about this. We were told, first come, first served. So beware, if you will arrive after 3pm, and need anything but King, don't reserve here. They also take up room space with a mini fridge that only their products for sale can fit into, and 'snacks' for $ for small tin of peanuts, or jelly beans. In a room that charges almost $ per night I tire of this over the top attempt to take advantage. NO bath tubs, small rooms, beds uncomfortable, no top sheets, only comforter. If you are allergic stay away, everything is down. Rooms are newly renovated and trendy, but policies are not traveler friendly.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.9

Name:
Date of stay:02/28/2011
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:02/28/2011

Fruit plate from room service was missing promised yogurt. Very helpful, friendly staff, nice decor, and comfy room.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.5

Name:
Date of stay:07/06/2010
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:07/06/2010

Elegant, creative decor. Very comfortable. Wanted 2 beds - couldn't get them. Beautifully decorated. Rooms are furnished with taste and comfort. We had a great view, even without being on the lake-ward side.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.2

Name:
Date of stay:11/21/2010
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:11/21/2010

They provided robes. Free internet in the lobby, but charge for internet in the rooms. All in all, a nice hotel, with very friendly staff. The hotel didn't have a pool, but we were in town to visit tourist attractions, not live in the hotel. The hotel is in a safe location, and is within a 10-15 minute walk of eating establishments. Do not take young children to the hotel restaurant. I would have eaten there but I wasn't on an expense account (Dinner is around $60 a person).

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 4.3

Name:
Date of stay:04/18/2010
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:04/18/2010

The bed was so comfy. We loved the look and feel of this hotel. Everyone was very polite and lots of smiles. A comfortable bed in a hotel is a must for me. This bed was awesome.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 4.1

Name:
Date of stay:07/27/2010
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:07/27/2010

The room was beautiful and spacious. The bed was so comfy. I slept soundly, unusual for me at a hotel. The shower in our room had very low water pressure. This is a great place to stay for a romantic time away. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Historic hotel, beautifully updated.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.8

Name:
Date of stay:10/02/2010
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:10/02/2010

Location. Room size and view Conveniently located close to mail attractions. Cramped room but furnished adequately tastefully.

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.6

Name:Rose McCall
Date of stay:12/01/2010
Purpose of stay:Leisure

Date of Stay:12/01/2010

Great walking distance to the museums, michigan ave shopping, convenience to Grant Park and a fabulous lake view!

Blackstone Hotel Chicago 3.9

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