Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection

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

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Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Lobby
Lobby
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 528
AED 619 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Room options

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1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking, Upgrade

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
500 South Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Willis Tower - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grant Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • McCormick Place - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Harrison Station - 3 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brando's Speakeasy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kasey's Tavern - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection

Upscale boutique hotel renovated in 2020 and located near Columbia College Chicago
Located close to Pontiac Building and Harold Washington Library Center, Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection 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:
  • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, a porter/bellhop, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection 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

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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, Ascend Resort Collection pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection?

As of 23 April 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection on 11 May 2025 start from $168.62, including 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.

How much is parking at Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection?

Valet parking is available for USD 60 per night.

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

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, Ascend Resort Collection?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection 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, Ascend Resort Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 820 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1005 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome Walkable to River or lake
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfortable rooms. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a very lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious and clean. Lots of local Eateries and shops in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay. Staff very friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend this hotel and plan on staying again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was well maintained and the staff were extremely cordial and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were kind, and rooms were clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great double bed room for the price. In a convenient location. Valet parking is affordable for the area
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was cute and clean, employees were awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suhyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was incredibly kind and helpful — I really appreciated it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

TRAVIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. Great hotel! We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ares

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and premises and excellent staff. A very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ms.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Nice location downtown RIGHT NEXT to passport office. If you have to go to passport place STAY HERE!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gino's East for the win
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and so sweet, which makes all the difference. Room was great and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel with friendly staff. Would have been nice if there was an on prem lounge/bar
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Best Case

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean. Nice quality sheets and pillows. Very attentive and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Staff & service
I always enjoy staying at this property even though the cleaning seems to be slipping. I stay here quite often. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here frequently always friendly staff and service and nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was just a great place to chill and explore Chicago.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mónica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent option to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024