Hotel Blake, Ascend Hotel Collection

Really helpful staff, very friendly. I felt welcomed all throughout my stay. The room was much nicer than I expected for the price. We visited Chicago in February and searched for budget accommodations and were pleasantly surprised with Hotel Blake. The room size was good. Lovely view through large windows. Bathroom good. Bed and pillows very comfy. And there was a microwave and fridge - bonus! Bottled water available on request and water in the lobby as well. It's got a cute boutique feel, and the bell person held on to our bags after checkout for no extra cost (we did tip). Walking distance to Union Station, museums, and a bunch of stuff. Next door to a pretty tasty breakfast place. I would definitely stay here again.

Our second time at Blake proved to be just as good as the first. We hustled down late on Christmas Day to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the festive season. Staff was great, hotel was exceptional, and there was good spirit among everyone. We stayed two nights, 3rd Floor south east view and had a blast hitting Miracle Mile, Mil park and eating great food. My 11 year old son, and 12 year old daughter love the Blake. The restaurant on the main floor is excellent and I appreciate the gym and free coffee. There is a 7/11 right next door for aspirin, expensive adult beverages, and antacids. Gino’s East has a location across the street and Starbucks is on the corner. This hotel is well cared for, updated and staffed well. The GM Mike is doing a great job!

I had a very pleasant stay here. The room was very spacious and always clean, the staff was always polite. The room comes standard with a microwave, a coffee maker, a refrigerator and a large flat screen TV. The bed is really big and very comfortable. The surrounding area is easy to explore, as the Loop is about 3 minutes away. Lake Michigan is also only about a 10-minute walk away.

Great location within a 15 minute walk from union station and to shops and restaurants. 2 coffee shops across from hotel. Lovely cafe attached that I went for breakfast in twice. Really friendly staff. Shout out to Micheal the bellman for being so friendly and kind. Even gave 2 little teddies to bring home to my kids. Room was very clean and modern. Would definitely stay here again.

Clean, clean, clean. Amazing staff. The view from the treadmill of the city was incredible and the gym had quality pieces to fit any workout. Fresh coffee each morning in the lobby was a big bonus. Huge bathroom/ shower. CTA subway lines were very convenient. Even our teenager liked it!!

The staff are all very nice especially Alex, Al & Michael (the doorman) & the other one. Overall everyone are very accommodating. The coffee & other drinks are a plus. The valet people are quick. The hotel is neat & clean. The hotel are far much better than a 5 star hotel. It’s a five star hotel. My grandkids got a little toy as their welcome gift. Thank you very much for a safe & wonderful Christmas time in your hotel.

Large, clean and comfortable room and bathroom. Easy access (low threshold) shower. Recommend that you call ahead and request a room with a good view. Excellent location near the Loop. Rooms have refrigerators with freezers as well as microwaves. This was my second stay here. Good rates.

Had such a great stay here. The room was comfortable and as a bonus had two comfy chairs to sit in. The room had a fridge and a microwave which was a bonus. While the room didn’t have a kettle for tea, there was boiling water in the business centre in the mornings and hot water in the fitness centre 24/7. The shower wasn’t great and the bathroom lighting was quite low but neither of those really took away from my great stay. Also there was great access to transit which made it convenient and great opportunities to walk to many of the downtown highlights within 30-40 minutes or less.