In the heart of Chicago, Ambassador Chicago offers an inviting retreat. Unwind by the lobby fireplace or indulge in American cuisine at The Ambassador Room. With a coffee shop, 24-hour gym, and helpful multilingual staff nearby North Avenue Beach is just steps away.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Parking available
Gym
Pet friendly
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
24-hour fitness center
Valet parking
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Lobby fireplace
Conference space
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator
The current price is CNY301
CNY301
CNY1,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Room options
Available filters for rooms
Showing 15 of 15 rooms
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
10 reviews
(10 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Penthouse
Penthouse
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
12 reviews
(12 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Signature Suite, Terrace, City View
Signature Suite, Terrace, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Junior Studio Suite
Junior Studio Suite
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom
Suite, 1 Bedroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Signature Suite, Terrace
Signature Suite, Terrace
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 50 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 76 min drive
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 103 min drive
Millennium Station - 3 min drive
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 4 min drive
Chicago Clybourn Station - 5 min drive
Clark-Division Station - 6 min walk
Chicago Station (Red Line) - 13 min walk
Sedgwick Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
La Colombe Coffee - 4 min walk
Hopsmith Tavern Chicago - 4 min walk
Maple & Ash - 6 min walk
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - 5 min walk
Dublin Bar & Grill - 6 min walk
About this property
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
When you stay at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Ambassador Room, which serves breakfast and dinner. Also, State Street and Water Tower Place are within a 15-minute walk. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Clark-Division Station is 6 minutes and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 13 minutes.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
279 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE
Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Offsite parking within 656 ft (USD 40 per night)
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Evening entertainment
Beach nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (8000 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1926
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 36
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch LCD TV
Premium digital channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Phone
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
The Ambassador Room - This bistro serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 125.00 per accommodation, per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: USD 23.47 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee: USD 117.33 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Breakfast
In-room bottled water
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 75 per night with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 40 per night (656 ft away)
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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
Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 75 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (18-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
Are there restaurants at or near The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Ambassador Room.
What's the area around The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast like?
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast is in Downtown Chicago, a short 6-minute walk from Clark-Division Station and 9 minutes' walk from Lake Michigan. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Have a question?
AI iconBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Restaurant
Bed
Bathroom
Lobby
Bar
Neighborhoods
Breakfast
What guests liked
The property offers a variety of nearby restaurants and a convenient cafe on site with robust coffee and small breakfast options. (9 reviews)
The property's excellent location allowed for a short walk to the nearby Oak Street Beach. (3 reviews)
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality and variety. (17 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
Great place to stay, would definitely recommend and stay here again
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Very nice hotel, friendly staff, area felt very safe.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 1, 2025
Nice property in a great location.
Jamie
Jamie, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Great location for shopping and dining.
Kirsty
Kirsty, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 25, 2025
Super convenient and friendly staff!
Maxfield
Maxfield, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 20, 2025
We love this place! 2nd time staying
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
Property was nice and a great location. Breakfast was good/convenient
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
great location for my interests
Thomas
Thomas, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 23, 2025
Really enjoyed my stay even got complimentary alcoholic beverages! Star was amazing!
Karina
Karina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
Historic property in a very fun part of town.
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 30, 2025
Safe and clean
Brently
Brently, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 26, 2025
Enjoyed my stay. Staff were excellent. However, the pull out bed was hard, flat and not comfortable.
Stu
Stu, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 24, 2025
Great Front desk staff! All staff was very friendly and location was wonderful 😀
Kurt and Debbie
Kurt and Debbie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 30, 2025
Cool ambience
Sherry
Sherry, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 1, 2025
Had an adequate experience. Stayed there 3 night's. Finding parking was a chore, AC stopped working on second day there. Outside of that, the food was great, staff were helpful at times. Would stay hear again.
Dennis
Dennis, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 13, 2025
Loved the hotel and location!!!
Suzanne
Suzanne, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
This is my go-to for stays in Chicago. The hotel is stunning! The location on the Gold Coast is perfect for accessing every part of downtown and transportation beyond. The rooms are immaculate and so chic. Staff are helpful and accommodating. I needed to check-in early and they got me in!
Windy
Windy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
Loved it here ! We will stay here every time we visit Chicago!
Summer
Summer, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
Perfect location in beautiful neighborhood.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 24, 2025
Great time, nice room. They don’t have a restaurant but the breakfast was nice and the service was friendly.
Polina
Polina, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 3, 2025
I love it and will be back
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 8, 2025
Hotel location and value were great. It’s a dated property and rooms (esp bathroom) was tiny. Ok for the money.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Aug 5, 2025
Not really
SONG
SONG, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Very large rooms. Expensive unexpected amenity fee. Be prepared to be charged 300-400 for breakfast parking etc. hotel
Paige
Paige, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 23, 2025
Staffs are friendly and location is pretty close to attractions with uber. Facility condition is not the best and no one cleaning and refilling shampoo conditioner during the day.