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The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Chicago History Museum

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby
Sports facility

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL, 60610
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Chicago History Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Navy Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Penthouse

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Suite, Terrace, City View | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Signature Suite, Terrace, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Junior Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Signature Suite, Terrace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Central Chicago getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll find Chicago History Museum and 900 North Michigan Shops. North Avenue Beach and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chicago History Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Avenue Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Navy Pier - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Wrigley Field - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Millennium Station - 3 min drive
  • Clark-Division Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Colombe Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Butch McGuire's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lodge Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

4-star hotel near Chicago History Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 8000 square feet (743 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 279 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 8000 sq ft of conference space
  • 743 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1926
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast offers 279 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 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 and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.15 miles (USD 40 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Evening entertainment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 125.00 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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 40 per night (656 ft away)
  • 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.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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).

Property is also known as

Chicago PUBLIC
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
Ambassador Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast to the airport?

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast is 15 mi (39-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

As of Aug 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast on Aug 24, 2025 start from $160.46, excluding 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.

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast.

How close is The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast to the beach?

This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from North Avenue Beach and 10-minute walk from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast offer free breakfast?

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (18-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 75 per night.

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast have a pool?

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast does not have a pool.

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast to downtown Chicago?

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast is 1.9 mi away from Chicago.

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 572 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1081 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 1081 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Agustin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in was late , they only gave me 1 bottle of water,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne, Elgin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Def check out the rooftop view on the 17th floor. Byron was excellent for guest services on 2 occasions. Was able to check in early and walk 2 blocks to the lake. Breakfast was free but meh. Go 2 blocks West to the 3rd Coast Cafe,was reasonably priced and the food was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ariya

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Would not recommend. There was a mandatory additional fee of a property package deal due when checking in. This was on top of the hotel fees. I was not made aware of this prior and was forced to pay an additional $250 for my stay. I also have not received my security deposit back. Was not worth the price. The rooms also have a strange smell.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Evan

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dinh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Persephone

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We reserved a double room for one night to go to a concert at Soldier Field. We booked a month out but most options (aside from this) were taken. Room was very clean, comfortable and quiet. The view from our windows were also nice, but private. Only caveat to staying here is the required resort fee for $89.95, which I felt was not worth the extra money. You get two drinks (under a $16 value) at the bar and a pretty mediocre breakfast the next morning. Not bad but not worth the price tag. They also require a $125.00 security deposit for the room, which is fine, but just a heads up for anyone booking. Good for convenience, but wouldn’t book again if I didn’t have to.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When i booked this hotel is was a Hyatt property. It has recently been sold to The Ambassador collection and the transfer of reservations to new owners was horrific. My nephew, his partner and their 8m old son spent 6 hours in the lobby sorting out their room. The Ambassador charged them $1500 for the room - luckly Capitol one travel picked up the difference btw the quoted price and the "new" price from the Ambassador. He was not the only one, there were people sleeping in the lobby - i can only assume they lost their rooms. To make matters worse, the staff was rude and unsympathetic to the guest. The hotel itself urgently needs an upgrade, the beds were lumpy and the towels were thread bare. We asked for glasses at the bar and were told no - they didnt have enough to spare. DO NOT STAY there. I will say the location of the hotel is in a beautiful neighborhood and the cleaning staff were amazing - all smiles and very helpful Hopefull they will find new jobs. I can imagine they are being treated very well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

The lobby is gorgeous! Spacious room. No coffee makers but they give water. They charge a mandatory fee of 89.00 per day as a resort fee. This includes a free breakfast Buffett. I feel like this is just a reason to charge you a fee.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jaclyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Brea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and on a quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

annie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
I stayed here recently and was absolutely shocked to be hit with a $129 “guest fee” at check-in. What did that cover? Six bottles of water and two drink tickets. That’s it. No actual services, no amenities that justify that kind of charge—just water I didn’t ask for and drink tickets I didn’t use. It felt like a blatant money grab. This “fee” wasn’t made clear during booking, and the staff brushed it off like it was normal. It’s not. I’ve stayed at nicer hotels with actual amenities for less. Save yourself the frustration—and your money. There are better places that don’t try to disguise overpriced water as a luxury perk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Frances, Richmond Hill

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherine

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

Expect extra charges

If you book from hotels.com you will pay a resort fee and a third party reservation fee. They give you some things in addition, but they are trying to draw you in with low prices and then charge you extra when you arrive. Very annoying. Staff was nice and the breakfast was pretty tasty. Pretty hotel. Annoying ownership.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sergio

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff overwhelmed check in line was unbelievably long took over an hour
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marjan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every department of the hotel was under-staffed The staff were not friendly at all and I could see they were overwhelmed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building had a cool vibe. But there are some not so great things- for one the bed is practically on the ground. Then they charge you a hefty fee that isn’t listed for
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

mary

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Many reviews talked about the add on fees. I was aware of them because hotels. Com does a great job listing them. Check in was absolutely miserable. No one would acknowledge the discrepancy in charges. With this total lack of caring, would not recommend this hotel. IftbisAdditionally, on the morning g we Che led out we pulled ba k the sheets to a stained sheet - what looked like blood
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025