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The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

4-star property
1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 1-855-201-7819

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4.3 out of 5
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"I loved the view we had from our room. The room was very clean and the staff were all pleasant. " More

By a verified traveler on Tue 20 Aug 2019

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Hotel Description

4-star romantic hotel near Chicago History Museum

Central Chicago getaway

Within a 15-minute walk of this Gold Coast hotel, you'll find Chicago History Museum and 900 North Michigan Shops. North Avenue Beach and Navy Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Dining options, 2 bars/lounges

This smoke-free hotel's 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and 24-hour fitness center are some of the featured amenities. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. A coffee shop, limo/town car service, and a lobby fireplace are also on offer.

Free Internet, LCD TVs

The 285 guestrooms offer free WiFi and free wired Internet, LCD TVs with digital channels, and 24-hour room service. Other amenities include minibars, Frette Italian sheets, and coffee/tea makers.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$110* Per night/room Aug 2 - Aug 3

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel ratings based on 15 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Everyone (9) Couples (3) Family (3)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 20, 2020

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Feb 23, 2020 by Ambassador Team

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5 out of 5
I loved the view we had from our room. The room was very clean and the staff were all pleasant.

Posted by on Aug 20, 2019

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Aug 21, 2019 by Vidal

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3 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 5, 2019

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Aug 6, 2019 by Scott C.

Thanks for taking the time to leave your valuable feedback in regards to your recent stay with us. We look forward to be able to welcome you back again soon.

5 out of 5
I like stand at the ambassador because it’s clean I think the staff is excellent I like the location and I will be staying there again. The ambassador is a landmark in Chicago has a lot of history it’s quaint and at the same time it has excellent service rooms are clean and the staff always remember me because I stay there a lot

Posted by on Jul 17, 2019

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Jul 18, 2019 by Vidal

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5 out of 5
Hotel is in beautiful quiet neighborhood. A pleasure to walk around. Many stores and food places within walking distance. The only disappointment was that the hotel restaurant was closed while I was there.

Posted by on Jul 17, 2019

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Jul 18, 2019 by Vidal

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2 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 27, 2019

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Jun 28, 2019 by Vidal

Good Morning, I would like to apologize on behalf of the hotel for the poor experience during your most recent visit. If you would like to discuss your experience further and be so kind to share some feedback please reach out to the hotel directly. Kindly, Ambassador Team

4 out of 5
I liked the old architecture and atmosphere. The central location.

Posted by on Jun 10, 2019

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Jun 11, 2019 by Vidal

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4 out of 5
Very Friendly Staff and the actual Hotel was pretty clean. Bathrooms very small

Posted by on May 23, 2019

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May 24, 2019 by Vidal

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5 out of 5

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May 12, 2019 by Vidal

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4 out of 5
The common areas are beautiful and our room was big and well-furnished (we had a suite). There was little outside noise, but we could hear the people next door (only when they were laughing) and they were up quite late. It is an old building, so that is to be expected. It was easy to walk over to Michigan Avenue and the red line train station is a quick walk. In town for a visit to Loyola and that was a very quick and easy drive. Well-stocked mini bar and snack options. Staff very friendly and valet was easy and friendly, but Chicago (i.e. ridiculously) expensive.

Posted by on Apr 1, 2019

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Apr 1, 2019 by Scott C

We appreciate the time to share details about your recent stay with us. We hope we can become your home away from home when visiting Chicago.

About the The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Location 1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610

Renovations + Closures

This property is closed from April 6 2020 to July 31 2020 (dates subject to change).

Property Features

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A 24-hour business center and limo/town car service are available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 8600 square feet (799 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 285 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 8600 sq ft of conference space
  • 799 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1926
  • Coffee shop
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge) , Offsite parking discounted rates available

Transport

  • Airport: O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) (28 km / 17.4 mi)
  • Train station: Millennium Station (2.7 km / 1.6 mi)
  • Metro station: Clark-Division Station (0.5 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel offers 285 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • HD television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Coffee maker
  • Frette Italian linens
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (heating)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily.

Our Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

The Library - This coffee shop specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Segway rental/tour nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • In-room accessibility
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 per room (weight limit: 50 lbs)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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. Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.Disinfectant is used to clean the property.Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.Contactless check-out is available.Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service.Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings.The property affirms that it follows sanitization practices of GBAC STAR (Hyatt) guidelines.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 credit 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.Disinfectant is used to clean the property.Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.Contactless check-out is available.Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service.Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings.The property affirms that it follows sanitization practices of GBAC STAR (Hyatt) guidelines.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • UnionPay
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines GBAC STAR (Hyatt)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Debit cards
  • Number of children who can stay free - 3
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays 48 hours

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property, but they may vary based on length of stay or the room booked.

Optional extras

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

  • Breakfast fee: between USD 9.00 and USD 75.00 per person (approximately)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 67 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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

Hotel Names

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  • Ambassador Chicago Hotel
  • PUBLIC Hotel
  • PUBLIC Hotel Chicago
  • Ambassador East Chicago
  • Ambassador East Hotel Chicago
  • Hotel Ambassador East
  • Public Chicago Hotel Chicago
  • PUBLIC Chicago Hotel
  • Ambassador Chicago
  • The Ambassador Chicago
  • The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel Hotel
  • The Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel Chicago
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You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
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