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Ambassador Chicago, JDV by HyattvsFairmont Chicago Millennium Park
Both hotels are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Ambassador Chicago is preferred by most writers compared to Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park. Ambassador Chicago is ranked #14 in Chicago with praise from 14 reviewers like Oyster, Zagat and Travel + Leisure.
Ambassador Chicago, JDV by Hyatt
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
1301 North State Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610
From $146/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "The arrival of Ian Schrager's latest hotel breathes new life into the Gold Coast landmark Ambassador Hotel and brings style to the masses."
Fodor's "What was once the slightly faded Ambassador East is now hip and sleek; the location's as stellar as always." Full review
Jetsetter "A streamlined, sophisticated reno of a Neo-Georgian Gold Coast landmark by boutique hotel veteran Ian Schrager." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"A renovated 285-room hotel in a prime Gold Coast location, a short walk from Lake Michigan and the Magnificent Mile." Full review
Gayot "These days, its new role is to redefine not only Chicago's hotel scene, but the boutique hotel world --- at least, that's what hotelier Ian Schrager set out to do when he took over."
BlackBook "Having created the monster that is boutique hotel culture, Ian Schrager has now revived Chicago's storied Ambassador East in a decisively anti-glamour manner."
Zagat3.8
"This “stunning” Ian Schrager boutique “tucked away” on the Gold Coast is an “elegant redesign” of the old Ambassador East."
Frommer's "Located in the Gold Coast, surrounded by million-dollar mansions, the property has managed to woo its neighbors, with whom you’ll rub elbows at the popular Pump Room restaurant." Full review
Lonely Planet "Today people still come to admire the celebrity photos, grab a round booth and dig into golden-age classics at the restaurant." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Hotelier Ian Schrager knows glamour, and The Public is a re-imagined Gold Coast hotspot—an au courant transformation of the historic see-and-be-seen Ambassador East Hotel." Full review
Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park Michelin Guide Frommer's
Oyster Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service Gayot Zagat
Not For Tourists Jetsetter Show All Reviews
200 N. Columbus Dr., Chicago, IL 60601
From $146/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "Whether you're here with family or to honeymoon with your new honey, this exquisite property provides the perfect vacation refuge."
Frommer's "The grand circular lobby sets the Fairmont's tone: upscale and lavish rather than cozy and personal." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Add an excellent Asian restaurant, a wine bar, a spa, and stunning design by David Rockwell, and you've got one of Chicago's most luxurious hotels in this price range." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Following a $50 million renovation by renowned architect David Rockwell, the Fairmont Chicago has established itself as one of the Loop’s most popular hotels." Full review
Time Out "A feeling a refined romance pervades in these cushy digs: oversized bathroom, seperate dressing rooms, fluffy robes and in-room spa services complete with Champagne and choclate-covered strawberries." Full review
Star Service "Set within a vast residential, commercial and retail complex overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan, this hotel is one of the better deluxe values in Chicago." Full review
Gayot "Long on amenities, this hotel features 687 good-sized, good-looking rooms and posh public spaces."
Zagat4.3
"This “elegant” conference hotel is “close to everything yet quieter than staying on Michigan Avenue”, and has “spacious”, clean-lined rooms and suites with “gorgeous” marble bathrooms."
Not For Tourists "Luxe rooms overlooking Lake Michigan at the mouth of the river."
Jetsetter "Luxe downtown sleep near Chicago's main attractions with three restaurants and a spa." Full review
