Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Ascend Collection
9 (2523 reviews)
500 South Dearborn Street , Chicago , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
No breakfast options
Issues with room temperature

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
General cleanliness is noted as good, but some guests mentioned issues with cleanliness in relation to construction.
Service
9.86
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall stay.
Location
9.4
Location was praised for its proximity to attractions and convenience, making it a strong point.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, but some complaints about specific room issues were raised.
Amenities
9.38
General amenities seemed satisfactory with good points made about the restaurant and coffee available.
Value for Money
9.34
Guests felt the value was excellent considering location and room quality.
Food and Beverage
7.89
Lack of breakfast options was noted as a downside, affecting overall satisfaction.
Overall Experience
9.36
Reviews reflected a strong overall experience with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 23:02

Property Description

Historic Boutique Hotel in Chicago's South Loop Neighborhood

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience contemporary guest rooms at Hotel Blake, featuring expansive windows with stunning views, luxury bathrooms with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary natural body care products for a touch of indulgence.

On-Site Dining and Business Facilities
Indulge in all-natural homemade seasonal marmalades and signature menu items at Meli Café, the hotel's restaurant. For ultimate convenience, enjoy in-room dining services. The state-of-the-art 24-hour business centre caters to all your work needs.

Prime Location
Located less than a mile from Grant Park and Millennium Park, our hotel offers easy access to Chicago's iconic attractions. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the nearby Art Institute of Chicago and Columbia College Chicago.

Book now to experience luxury and convenience at Hotel Blake!

Important information:

CONSTRUCTION ALERT: As part of our efforts to enhance and maintain the property, we will begin structural repairs to the building’s foundation on May 12, 2025. We anticipate completing this project by the end of November. Through the duration of the project, you may experience intermittent noise disruptions between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday–Friday. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we maintain this historic property. If you have any additional questions in advance of your stay, please contact the property directly.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ORD

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 60 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 41
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: Yes
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Room Max Guests Number: 4
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: Yes
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2523 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 9.34
Food and Beverage: 7.89
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Hannah • couple • us
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Michela • couple • it
10
Pros:

Everything was perfect!

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • us
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Sofia • family_with_children • us
9
Amazing
Pros:

Location was amazing, very comfy beds, very quiet and easy to get around, I will be coming back for my next stay

Cons:

Not all rooms have great views as stated in the room description

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Coe • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Very friendly & helpful ! Very clean ! Butler was awesome & would tell everyone about how nice this place is!

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Diquan • couple • ca
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Eugene • solo_traveller • ca
6
Pros:

Good location, historic property

Cons:

Housekeeping disregards “do not disturb” signs. My room was entered while the sign was hanging on the door.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • us
8
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • extended_group • us
7
Pros:

Staff was wonderful and attentive! They were able to provide everything I ask for!

Cons:

Room wasn’t the cleanest

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Brandon • couple • us
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Hagit • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Keep coming back. Very friendly staff, the rooms are very clean, spacious, comfortable and are newly renovated

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • us
9
Pros:

Room was really big, a microwave which was a bonus. Free tea and coffee in the mornings downstairs. Gym was great. Cafe next to the hotel for breakfast was good.

Cons:

Pillows.. weren't that comfy.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Turkson • couple • us
10
I loved it
Pros:

Neat, responsive service, easy to navigate around

Cons:

Nothing. Place was great

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
9
A great location and very friendly staff
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Erving • couple • us
10
We really enjoyed ourselves
Pros:

I love how everyone was so welcoming especially Showtime he made sure to give us recommendations on things to do and food

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Glaucus • family_with_children • br
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Mullane • couple • us
7
Pros:

Room was fine. Good location. Clean

Cons:

Not their fault per say. It is just a loud area. Had to leave tv on to sleep to drown out noise from outside and from other guests

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Kim • extended_group • kr
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Castro Ortiz • extended_group • co
10
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Sería genial que tuvieran desayuno pero de resto todo genial

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Sean • couple • us
9
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee