Hotel BlakevsThe Peninsula Chicago
Both The Peninsula Chicago and Hotel Blake Chicago are highly recommended by writers. Overall, The Peninsula Chicago scores significantly better than Hotel Blake Chicago. The Peninsula Chicago scores 98 with positive reviews from 21 reviews including Fodor's, goop and Insight Guides.
Hotel Blake
500 S Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60605
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Spacious rooms, reasonable rates, and a top-notch restaurant."
Travel + Leisure
"Fusing boutique-hotel modern with the historic architecture of the Printers Row neighborhood, the Blake’s 19th-century Morton Salt building façade leads to an of-the-moment lobby." Full review
Time Out
"Located in the heart of Printers Row, the hotel's historic exterior belies the chic, contemporary digs that lie within its walls." Full review
Star Service
"In historic Printer's Row in the Morton Salt building, over the last few years this moderately priced boutique-hotel has taken on the silhouette of a youngster in a bounce house." Full review
i
The best rooms face the street from floors five and up; request a Superior room with bay window facing the front of the hotel.
Zagat
4.2
"This “beautiful” Wyndham in a historic South Loop building, decorated with dark woods and red accents throughout, is “good overall for the price” and offers perks such as free property-wide WiFi."
Oyster
Upscale
"The 162-room, four-pearl Hotel Blake Chicago offerssophisticated, boutique accommodations at a convenient location just one blocksouth of the loop and within a brief walk of train stations." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Sleep boutique near the CBOT."
Gayot
"The Wyndham Blake lived a prior incarnation as a printing shop on well-preserved Printer's Row."
Fodor's
"It is ideal for business travelers who want to be near the city's financial district and is close to Columbia College, the Art Institute and other museums, and Grant Park." Full review
i
Choose a suite and you'll have a condo-size spread with fantastic views of downtown.
Lonely Planet
"It’s a unique location midway between downtown’s core and the Museum Campus, though not much goes on in the evenings." Full review
The Peninsula Chicago Show All Reviews
108 East Superior Street, Chicago, IL 60611
From $333/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"No detail is overlooked... The Peninsula Spa offers a temple of serenity in the heart of the Gold Coast."
Concierge
"The 339 rooms at this swank Gold Coaster, aptly located next to Tiffany, are patrician and huge... Avoiding flash for understated glamour, they glow in a fitting palette of soft golds."
Fodor's
"On weekend nights the Peninsula's soaring lobby lounge becomes a sweet fantasia, centered on an overflowing chocolate buffet." Full review
Insight Guides
"Book a family fun package at this swanky Far East-inspired spot, or zero in on available perks, such as PlayStations, coloring books, and board games."
Oyster
Luxury
"The Peninsula Chicago, a classic 339-room Chicago hotel right on the Magnificent Mile, exudes elegance and luxury." Full review
Jetsetter
"Stylish Magnificent Mile hotel with fabulous views from the pool, free yoga classes, and up-to-the-minute high-tech features." Full review
Time Out
"This swanky icon spells luxury all the way, from its distinguished art collection to the award-winning top-floor spa and fitness center." Full review
Star Service
"In the Near North Side, on Mag Mile, next to the Chicago Water Tower, this hotel competes mano a mano with the Four Seasons and the Park Hyatt for the top of the market." Full review
i
The rooftop terrace hosts receptions for 750, and the full-service business center handles all requests with ease.
Gayot
"This international chain has combined its traditional Hong Kong training with a Midwestern flair to provide a staff that is warm, welcoming and unquestionably service-oriented."
BlackBook
"No detail is overlooked here, from fog-free TVs in the bathrooms to exquisite cuisine served at Avenues, the hotel's fine dining restaurant."