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Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake in Chicago offers a vibrant urban retreat with regional cuisine at Meli Cafe and a convenient coffee shop. Guests can use the 24-hour gym, business center with free in-room WiFi, express check-out, and luggage storage for a flexible stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(227 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
500 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Harold Washington Library Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Willis Tower - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

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

Upscale boutique hotel renovated in 2020 and located near Willis Tower
Located close to Pontiac Building and Harold Washington Library Center, Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site Regional cuisine café, Meli Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, an elevator, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 center

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
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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

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

Property 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 60 per night.

What time is check-in at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Pontiac Building, Old Colony Building, and Dearborn St Station. Harold Washington Library Center and Columbia College Chicago are also within 10 minutes. Harrison Station and LaSalle Street Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 892 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1082 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - perfect walking distance to main tourist areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Lovely boutique hotel in convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evgeni

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Blake is a charming hotel in an excellent location. Staff was friendly and helpful, and our room was clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and comfy. Decor was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the rooms are quiet and the checkin is easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

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

10/10 Excellent

Rishikesh Pravin

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

10/10 Excellent

ferda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is excellent. I’m very happy to choose this one because of cleanest rooms, great location and good rooms view. Room is spotless and has beautiful design. Staff are very friendly and helpful. If I have a chance to come back to Chicago I will choose same hotel💕
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super kind and helpful, room was clean as well as the nice price point and view of the city. I recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great stay at hotel Blake. The valet parking and the front desk did excellent job! Will be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very pleasant and super helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Blake Hotel was excellent for us because it was central to tourist attractions (Millennium Park, River Walk) but also walkable to restaurants and breweries further to the south. Customer service was fantastic, hotel was clean, quiet and we would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel To stay at :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keidra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time visit to Chicago and this location was great, quiet and conveniently located near subway.
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

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Perfect location, beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Overall great experience, would definitely come back again next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok. Stylish but lacks amenities and things you would expect from a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent spot. Parking isnt ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were some stains on the edge of the bedding but otherwise everything else was pretty good. Entrance area had construction going on but that was fine. Room was a little hot first night because it happened to get so warm out for November and AC’s weren’t on but they did offer fans.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, I really enjoyed the stay - it was close to the marathon, which is why I came to Chicago. The beds were very comfortable. It was kind of hard to find the entrance upon arrival due to the scaffolding near the doors (construction). The front desk staff was extremely friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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