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Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property

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A hotel entrance with a classic facade, a blue carpet, and a sign indicating 'Hotel Blake Chicago'.
A modern hotel lobby with a long blue sofa set, numbered cushions, and hanging planters.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a brick wall with a TV.
Lobby
Breakfast, lunch and brunch served

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$326
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

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500 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Art Institute of Chicago
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Willis Tower
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(280 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair with a teal pillow, a floor lamp, and a wall with newspaper wallpaper.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Chicago

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel places you in the centre of Chicago, steps from Pontiac Building and within a short 5-minute stroll of Old Colony Building. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The café, Meli Cafe, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a 24-hour business centre. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Downtown Chicago hotel include Dearborn Station and Harold Washington Library Center.

What's nearby

  • Harold Washington Library Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grant Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Willis Tower - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Harrison Station - 3 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Loop Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brando's Speakeasy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kasey's Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 169 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1896
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 169 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 60 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Meli Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 12 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1896
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 60 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blake Chicago
Blake Hotel
Hotel Blake
Hotel Blake Chicago
Hotel Blake an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake Ascend Resort Collection
Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 26 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$326, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yep, Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 60 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The closest beach to Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel is Oak Street Beach (3.2 km).

What makes Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Does Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1070 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1289 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rachael Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really spacious rooms, nice decor, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Brionna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great area to get around, loved how convenient Meli’s Cafe was for breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

AMBER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great hotel in a very nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to location, walkable, good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in nice lication
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

nadia

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julia Elaine Turner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and hotel staff were great! The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CHAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat place, very clean, good location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Great price. The staff is super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

davina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful friendly staff, clean rooms, convenient walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Briana

Clean rooms very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ratna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing, location was excellent. Very clean, modern rooms, great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff, good location and price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Viswabharath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Blake is in a great location and the staff is very helpful. We are very glad to have stayed there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, friendly and responsive staff. Clean, quiet and very comfortable room and bedding. Close to all things of interest. Will definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
always clean, great staff comfortable beds good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebeccah

Fantastic friendly place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Seyed Mohammad Javad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and super clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, friendly staff, good location. Nicely priced
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and comfortable room. Staff was friendly and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, close to number of attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025