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Ambassador Chicago, JDV by HyattvsKinzie Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professionals. On balance, Ambassador Chicago is the choice of most writers compared to Kinzie Hotel. Ambassador Chicago is ranked #14 in Chicago with approval from 14 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Oyster.
Ambassador Chicago, JDV by Hyatt
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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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
Kinzie Hotel
Concierge
Time Out
Star Service Gayot BlackBook Zagat Fodor's Travel + Leisure Jetsetter
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20 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Don't be put off by pretension at this River North hipster hotel."
Time Out "The 215-room Amalfi welcomes guests by sitting them down at an individual check-in desk with an 'experience designer,' who might suggest a complimentary Amalfitini cocktail." Full review
Star Service "The hotel's new motto, “We Get It,” points to the youthful and positive attitude you'll discover here." Full review
Gayot "Residing in the downtown River North district, this hotel places travelers in a terrific location near the Merchandise Mart."
BlackBook "They call their concierge staff experience designers, and it just gets better from there at this boutique hotel with sweeping views of the city."
Zagat4.0
"At this “trendy” River North boutique with a "convenient" location that puts guests "in the middle of the action", check-in begins with a sit-down with a personal concierge to plan your Chicago stay."
Fodor's "With popular magazines on the desks and well-worn books on the shelves, this well-situated hot spot aims for a residential feel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Formerly the Amalfi Hotel." Full review
Jetsetter "Chicago’s newest glamazon mixes Windy City history with modern design in posh River North."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Kinzie Hotel is a modern, sleek property, which, despite its having more than 200 rooms, has the ambience of a boutique hotel." Full review
