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Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar

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500 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, Art Institute of Chicago
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Willis Tower
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 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
(233 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Chicago

With a stay at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Chicago, steps from Pontiac Building and within a 5-minute walk of Old Colony Building. .This boutique hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Harold Washington Library Center and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Dearborn St Station.

What's nearby

  • Harold Washington Library Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Willis Tower - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kasey's Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪First Draft - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 41 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Enjoy Regional cuisine at Meli Cafe, a café which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Meli Cafe - This café specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 60 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

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
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1896
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 12 2025 to December 5 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit 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

We should mention

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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

Reviews

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 926 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1120 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though the hotel was under construction, in some areas, it was easily accessible. The staff was above and beyond kind and thoughtful. The rooms were nice and clean. I have no complaints about our stay, in fact I would highlyrecommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odalys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service & location

Al was amazing! When we checked in, he asked why we were traveling and we shared that we were in town for my 20th HS reunion, as well as our wedding anniversary. He brought us chocolates, a card, and a bottle of wine! So sweet! Everything about our stay was great, from the location of the hotel to the service from all staff members, to the comfy bed and nice finishes. We will absolutely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

roben

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Value

Good boutique hotel and accommodations. Excellent service. Comfortable room with the usual amenities.would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gino'd East was convenient Starbucks and potbelly too.very walkable to state st.and grant park
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis, Ridgewood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The theme and room were amazing. CheckIn at 3AM was the smoothest with the kindest staff. I was so comfortable and did not want to leave such a lovely space! Can’t wait to stay here again, sincerely! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great room on the 6th floor. I have a bad back and have a zero gravity bed at home. Unfortunately I can’t bring my bed with me. But I slept like a dream in the bed we had. Nice cafe attached that we had breakfast at the following morning. Check in, check out and valet parking was super easy. We will definitely stay again on our next visit to Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to see the city from
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

juliet

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilana

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous Stay!

From check-in to check-out, we had a fabulous stay at The Blake! Everyone was friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, close to parks and other things to do. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shade

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was horrible! They charged us double!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Downtown Gem

The room was larger than expected for a city hotel stay - as was the bed - a TRUE King with wonderful sheets - so cozy and comfy! Staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Twila

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my very first-time visiting Chicago—and my first stay at The Blake Hotel—and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the moment my best friend and I arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and hospitality. Michael greeted us with a vibrant personality and a friendly smile that instantly made us feel at home. At check-in, Sheritta was an absolute gem—kind, accommodating, and even helped us check in early, which was such a relief after traveling. Taylor and Al from the Sales team were incredibly gracious and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our time in the city. Al, with his million-dollar smile, didn’t just greet us once—he made a point to say hello every single day we passed through the lobby. That kind of consistency and care truly stood out. Gregory and Michael also went above and beyond to assist us with transportation, making it easy to explore the city without stress. Our room was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. Every detail of our stay reflected the staff’s commitment to excellence and hospitality. I genuinely can’t say enough good things about The Blake Hotel. I will absolutely be staying here again. Huge thanks to Al (Sales), Michael, Sheritta, Taylor, Raheem, Gregory, and the entire team for making our stay so special. You turned a simple trip into a beautiful memory.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025