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Hotel Blake in Chicago, Illinois |
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Hotel Blake
500 S Dearborn St
Chicago, Illinois 60605
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Hotel Blake Reviews
| Traveler Ratings Summary for Hotel Blake
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Overall: 4.33 |
Service
4.14 |
Condition
4.34 |
Cleanliness
4.69 |
Comfort
4.61 |
Recommend
91.84 % |
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| Great Hotel--Great Location |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Beautifully appointed rooms for an excellent price. Would recommend this to anyone.
Reviewed by traveler from New York, NY on August 30, 2006 |
| Can't beat it for the money |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Just refurbished hotel so the rooms we had were great. Nice size and huge bathroom. The wireless is free but didn't work in our room so they moved us to another room which was larger and better then the first. The hotel's restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Chicago and the room service is from them so expect it to be a little pricey but fantastic. The location is in the Printers District just a short walk to downtown and quick taxi ride everywhere else. It is definitely a boutique hotel with the hipness that comes from it.
Reviewed by traveler from Brentwood CA on August 30, 2006 |
| Best kept secret |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| My colleague and I needed a couple of rooms during litigation at the local federal district courthouse. The Hotel Blake was only three blocks away, had free WiFi and broadband in every room, and had the most comfortable beds I have had in a hotel.
Reviewed by traveler from Washington, DC on August 30, 2006 |
| Wonderful! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The Hotel Blake was wonderful... large, extremely comfortable bed and very clean room. The best hotel I've stayed in when visiting Chicago!
Reviewed by traveler from Michigan on August 30, 2006 |
| very nice hotel |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I have stayed in a lot of high priced hotels chains in which I felt I paid extra for only the name. They were no better than a cheap roadside hotel. This hotel was not that way at all! It was very comfortable. The rooms seemed more luxurious and spacious. The bathroom was huge with 2 sinks and a long vanity. The bathroom had a huge shower with only a partial shower door and no tub. I had no where to soak my feet after walking all over Chicago! Since no liquids are allowed on carry ons, it was a treat to have actual mall brand name toiletries. The concierge was neither friendly nor helpful. We asked for his help only one time and that was enough to convince us not to ask again! He acted like it was an inconvenience to give us restaurant advice or directions. He had several copies of a booklet for Chicago tourists on his stand in plain view, but did not offer us a copy.
Reviewed by traveler from Topeka, KS on August 30, 2006 |
| Great hotel and location |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Hotel Blake was in a great location. It was only 2 blocks from the CTA and within walking distance of the theater district and Grant Park. The hotel service was excellent and the room was wonderful. I would stay there again!
Reviewed by traveler from Goldsboro, NC on August 30, 2006 |
| spacious hotel - decent location |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| very nice room. seemed like a new hotel that was crammed into an old building in Printers Row - but they did a nice job, service people were all very helpful. would definitely stay there again especially the size of the room at the price, compared to other loop area hotels.
Reviewed by traveler from St. Louis on August 30, 2006 |
| Fantastic Find |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The hotel was absolutely lovely, quite reasonably priced with my vacation package and very conviently located Northwestern Medical Center.
Reviewed by traveler from Dallas on August 30, 2006 |
| Newlry remodeled and impressive! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The staff at the front desk was extremely friendly, I got nice smiles every time I walked in. The help with the luggage was a little cold at check in, but maybe because I chose not to use the valet parking, he made up for it when we left (very helpful). The rooms were newly remodeled in an unique contemparary style. Large Marble showers and beatiful bathroom. I'll probably stay again my next visit.
Reviewed by traveler from Grand haven, MI on August 30, 2006 |
| Almost Perfect |
Overall: 4 |
Service
3 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I thought this hotel was perfect, apart from when we tried to organise room service for breakfast. We had to have our order ready by 11.30pm the night before... which is way to early especially as we went out most nights for dinner and did not make it back to the hotel in time. The room was perfect and cleaned daily.
Reviewed by traveler from Cayman Islands on August 27, 2006 |
| Desk staff unwelcoming |
Overall: 3 |
Service
3 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
3 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Whiskey bottle under night stand. Nightstand lamp broken. Room (under furniture) not vacuumed thoroughly. Desk staff very unfriendly and abrupt. Recommend only because rates are great.
Reviewed by traveler from Montgomery Village, MD on August 27, 2006 |
| Good Place to Stay. Would do it again. |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The Hotel Blake is a good place to stay as long as you can get a reasonable price through Expedia. It is in walking distance of the sites downtown. The rooms were clean and bathroom was spacious. If you have an iPod bring it with you. The clock radio has an attachment that you can connect your iPod to for listening. I left mine at home and did not get the chance to try it. Try nearby restaurants in the area. The room service is a little pricey. If you want something to drink during the night walk to a nearby store to buy a bottle of water to avoid the costly charge of the bottle water the hotel provides you with in the room (there are no vending machines). Overall I recommend the hotel.
Reviewed by traveler from Oakland, CA on August 26, 2006 |
| Had a great Time |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Was a great room for an older building. Large, spacious, clean and comfortable. Was close enough to walk to major attractions-museums and aquarium. Many good places to eat close by. Staff was very helpful with requests. Would return if back in Chicago.
Reviewed by traveler from Gower, MO on August 26, 2006 |
| Quirky, fun, boutique hotel. I'll be back. Absolutely! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Clean , nicely decorated room. Excellent location for exploring downtown Chicago and Printer's Row area. Reasonable parking very close-by. Cozy feel, not the big mega-hotel feeling. Loved it. Told my friends about it.
Reviewed by traveler from DeKalb, Illinois on August 24, 2006 |
| Really good pick |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Just got back after spending two nights here and I can't recommend this hotel enough. Room size was more than enough for one person. The bathroom was about the size of my aprtment bedroom (although that's probably more a reflection on my apartment!) Hotel was very quiet, as was the immediate neighborhood. Staff answered all my questions, provided me with city maps and even let me check in early (thanks, guys). Don't expect to walk right out your door and be in the thick of the action because you won't be. But everything is reachable via a good walk or by public transportation, which is easy to use. Just by a CTA card, put about $20 bucks on it and you are good to go.
Reviewed by traveler from Memphis, TN on August 23, 2006 |
| Renovations look great! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Wow, what a place. For the price, well worth it! Rooms were elegant and well decorated. Spacious for a downtown hotel, and renovations from earlier this year make the hotel impressive. Elevator was a little slow for comfort, and they could have paid a little better attention to detail (vanity hardware piece missing, toilet paper hardware broken, etc.) but all in all, very impressive, and location was great for exploring the south side of downtown Chicago (easy access to Sears Tower also).
Reviewed by traveler from Cedar Falls, IA on August 23, 2006 |
| Great hotel! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Nice new boutique hotel. Great service!
Reviewed by traveler on August 23, 2006 |
| Not Impressed |
Overall: 3 |
Service
2 |
Condition
3 |
Cleanliness
3 |
Comfort
3 |
Recommend
No |
| There is only wireless internet in the rooms, and only showers in the bathrooms.
Reviewed by traveler from Warsaw, IN on August 22, 2006 |
| Great Hotel! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Hotel Blake is a beautiful hotel in an excellent location! The building is historic and fabulous, and the rooms are comfortable, roomy, and quiet. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Reviewed by traveler from South-West Suburbs, IL on August 16, 2006 |
| I would go back to Chicago but I would not stay at the Blake Hotel |
Overall: 2 |
Service
1 |
Condition
2 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
No |
| I really loved Chicago. It is a great city. I have to say that the Hotel Blake was not the highlight of my trip. I found the staff unresponsive to my questions regarding the TV service. We did not receive any local stations at all. WE had no idea that the Tall Ships were in port or that Lalapaloosa was in town. The frustration with the staff comes from their inability to change our room and or to fix the television. We receive a different answer everyday yet in the fitness center TV reception was just perfect. The staff made no restitution for this inconvenience and being that my stay was prepaid there was no moving to another hotel. The hotel itself has been renovated so everything is very nice from the bed to the shower. I love to stay at boutique hotels for their charm and character. This is one I will not return to.
Reviewed by traveler from Stratford CT on August 14, 2006 |
| Don't Overlook This Gem - Should Be Listed as 5-Star |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very nice, modern hotel in South Loop area of downtown Chicago, adjacent to Sears Tower (away from all the traffic of the North End). Knew little about the hotel and booked based on positive feedback from other visitors - Hotel Blake didn't disappoint. Rooms were very comfy, bed was great after a long day of walking, bathroom was huge with lots of marble everywhere. Would stay here again. Didn't try Custom House Resturant downstairs, but looked nice. Only wierd thing was the only ice machine was on the 12th floor - just a quick elevator ride though.
Reviewed by traveler from Arkansas on August 12, 2006 |
| Will go back |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Small, friendly hotel on Printer's Row - large room - we are walkers - Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, Navy Pier, everything in easy reach for us. If you are not a walker - transportation available close by.
Reviewed by traveler from Morton, IL on August 11, 2006 |
| Great location and service |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We really enjoyed our stay. The room was quite large and the staff was accomodating.
Reviewed by traveler on August 9, 2006 |
| A Great Stay!! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Attended a three-day music festival at Grant Park and stayed here as a last resort given unavailability of nearby national chains. I must say I was a little apprehensive given it's not a brand-name hotel, but upon entering the room, I couldn't have been more impressed. Top-notch, extremely clean, and comparable is size and price. The king-size bed was very comfortable and feather-down pillows reminded me of home. The interior design is very contemporary with trendy earth tones. With a straight-line style, it sported a walk-in marble shower with raindrop showerhead, granite bath countertop, free wireless internet, a cordless phone, and an iPod-dockable alarm clock. No amenity was overlooked to include Q-tips, cotton balls, and small facial mirror. Although it wasn't a problem for me, a few things you might want to consider: no bathtub, no "view" except for skyscrapers, and some may consider the bathroom non-shareable given the shower curtain consists of a piece of clear glass from floor to ceiling..it's neat though. In addition, it's located on a busy four lane street (Congress). Other benefits include the nearby subway, Starbucks around the corner, and Grant Park and the museum district is just a short walk.
Reviewed by traveler from Destin, FL on August 9, 2006 |
| Pleasant Stay |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Nice and comfortable hotel. Good location in downtown Chicago, close to sights and attractions as well as to the public transport system with good connection to the airport O'Hare. Only disadvantage: rooms to the street are noisy.
Reviewed by traveler from Tuscaloosa, AL on August 9, 2006 |
| Great Hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Located in Printer's Row and convienent to the EL as well as the local parks/marina in Chicago. Plenty of places to grab a bite to eat, and the hotel based restaurant was quite high class and resonable. Definitely would recommend this hotel for those wishing to stay around the downtown Chicago area. Would stay here again without question...
Reviewed by traveler from Pittsburgh, PA on August 9, 2006 |
| geat comfort |
Overall: 1 |
Service
1 |
Condition
1 |
Cleanliness
1 |
Comfort
1 |
Recommend
Yes |
| the room was very attractice, the staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed by traveler from Jackson,Tn on August 9, 2006 |
| Nice hotel; terrible service |
Overall: 3 |
Service
1 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
3 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
No |
| Hotel Blake is in a great location, mere blocks from Grant Park, with easy access to the red and blue subway lines. The building is very nice, with a spacious lobby and tasteful, comfortable rooms. Although the hotel provides a free business center, be forewarned that there is only one computer, usually with a long queue of business travellers waiting to check their email. We were very dissapointed in the quality of service, however; the staff had some major attitude, they were very much of the "it's your problem" school of thought about Expedia-hotel miscommunications, and the pizza place they reccomended turns out to have been closed over a year ago.
Reviewed by traveler from Seattle, WA on August 9, 2006 |
| Great modern hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| This hotel was a great place to stay, especially for the price. Everything was extermely clean, well-kept and very modern. It is also in a great location (about 4 blocks from major attractions) and is located in a very safe neighborhood. Really impressed and will be back in the future!
Reviewed by traveler from Wilmington, DE on August 9, 2006 |
| Go on like this, but improve.. |
Overall: 4 |
Service
3 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We stayed in this Hotel for three nights and had a good time. Minus points for the bad wireless internetconnection, but it was free.. Roompersonal and bellboy were very friendly. Staff was professional.
Reviewed by traveler from The Netherlands on August 9, 2006 |
| Would return again |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very clean and the service is awesome. Would return again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed by traveler from Tampa fl on August 9, 2006 |
| My New Home Away From Home |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| First off let me say, I am a hotel snob and I'm no novice when it comes to picking a hotel. I have to say this hotel was absolutely fabulous. I give it two thumbs, way up. From the decor, to the housekeeping staff, I felt like a queen. The room was emmaculate. (It was so clean you could sleep and eat off the bathroom floor.) It was my first time visiting Chicago and the hotel's friendly doormen went out of their way to ensure I had a pleasant and safe experience. (Which I did) With the exception of one young lady who worked the night shift, I found the front desk staff to be a little short. They were not as friendly or courteous as the other hotel staff. However, the location was great, great, great. Did i mention great?!?!?! (You don't need to drive unless you have have a disability or just prefer to, it just isn't necessary in this prime location.) It's nice and quiet, yet close to everything. The Hotel Blake was soooo great, it has influenced my return to Chicago. I am in the process of planning a trip to Chicago along with family and friends. Great for singles, couples, family, girlfriend getaways. Perfect for a weekend trip, but you'll definitely want to stay longer.
Reviewed by traveler from Houston, Tx on August 3, 2006 |
| Fabulous Hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| I was greatly impressed with the staff, they went out of their way to make our stay in Chicago a great one. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. The Custom House resturant was one of the best meals I had during our stay.
Reviewed by traveler from Tampa, FL on August 2, 2006 |
| I love this hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We were greeted right away with a big smile, offered a room on a higher floor because it was a b-day celebration, very helpful of what is the best way to get around Chicago. Didn't use the valet, chose to use a 24hr parking ramp about a block from the hotel (a lot cheaper and quicker). Didn't check out the restaurant, but looked good. Room was roomy and clean, the elevator was a little rickity, but it got us there. Bed was very comfortable, able to set right temp. for your room, a plus!!
Reviewed by traveler from St. Cloud, MN on July 29, 2006 |
| awesome |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| very beautiful and so comfortable, didn't want to get out of the bed. the linens and towels were soft and huge. it was elegant and i have already recommended it to my friends. thank you.
Reviewed by traveler from louisville,ky on July 26, 2006 |
| Great Hotel! Close enough but not right in the city center |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Blake! The rooms were lovely. The bathrooms are elegantly done with marble. We would DEFINITELY stay there again. It is close enough but not right in the city center.
Reviewed by traveler from Kenosha, Wisconsin on July 26, 2006 |
| One of the best... |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| My recent trip to Chicago was wonderful. The Hotel Blake was beautifully designed and extremely comfortable. There was so much of Chicago I experienced with this trip, and I having a wonderful hotel and helpful staff to guide me through it, was a very memorable thing. I'd recommend this hotel to my friends because it's not far (walking distance) from all the attractions and events for which Chicago is known. Another perk... Starbucks is on the corner, next to the hotel. The only problem, not too many cab drivers were familiar with the name of our hotel, just the address. It was a wonderful retreat to a beautiful city.
Reviewed by traveler from Charlotte, NC on July 24, 2006 |
| Very Impressed |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| My fiance did not want to stay at this hotel because of bad reviews on another travel website. I convinced him to take a chance and we were both thrilled with the hotel. Beautiful hotel and rooms. The bed was incredibly confortable. Very helpful staff. Clean room with many top notch amenities. We will stay at the Blake again the next time we are in Chicago.
Reviewed by traveler from Jeffersonville, IN on July 23, 2006 |
| Great place |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Stayed at the Blake for the Taste of Chicago.The location was perfect,the room was great,and the staff very helpful.I will be back.
Reviewed by traveler from Chicago,Il on July 20, 2006 |
| Great location. Easy access to everything. |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Loved our stay at the Blake. Trendy, yet kid friendly.
Reviewed by traveler from Broken Arrow, OK on July 19, 2006 |
| Great Location |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
4 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very nice - only stayed one night. An excellent choice for the money.
Reviewed by traveler on July 14, 2006 |
| Pleasant stay |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Enjoyed our brief stay. Newly redecorated, comfortable, clean room. Staff was helpful. Great location - close to Grant Park.
Reviewed by traveler from Indianapolis, IN on July 13, 2006 |
| Enjoyable luxury |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
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