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Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

3 stars
162 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.4
out of 5
151 reviews
Fair price and a good place

The hotel is a inn. So, don't expect to be treated like a king, but it is functional and this is... See full review

  • Anairda
  • Nov 26, 2012
Great

Near to centre, price is okay. I enjoy my trip in Chicago . See full review

  • Legreen
  • Oct 6, 2012
Contemporary style, European charm in Chicago
In the Roaring '20s, this boutique Streeterville hotel hosted celebrities and showgirls. While those times have faded, the air of glamour remains at the Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel. For proof, just stroll the lobby, where zebra ottomans, fresh-cut orchids and metallic embossed walls create drama and urban appeal. With its central location and focus on value, the Inn of Chicago is a gem for business or leisure travelers seeking convenient access to the Magnificent Mile and its many diversions.
Highlights
  • Prime Chicago location just east of Magnificent Mile
  • Free high-speed wireless Internet access
  • Complimentary stay for children under 18
  • The 22nd floor Skyline Terrace
Rooms
The rooms and suites at the Inn of Chicago feel more like apartments than hotel rooms, and that’s on purpose. Back in the 1920s, the former Hotel St. Clair offered one-bedroom apartments, and the effects linger today at the Inn of Chicago. Space for entertaining, working and lounging are separate from the sleeping area. Big picture windows with skyline views, photos of Chicago, zebra upholstery and unique layouts lend to a chic city vibe.
Features
Great city views might well be the most valuable cache for Chicago hotels and for the Inn of Chicago, this view comes at the Skyline Terrace on the 22nd floor. The Sky Suites also provide lofty views, while a dedicated party space accommodates up to 100 guests for weddings and other social events.
Transportation
  • O’Hare International Airport (15.6 mi/25.1 km)
  • Midway Airport (9.8 mi/15.9 km)
  • Blue Line (Grand) (1.7mi/2.7 km)
  • Orange Line (State/Lake) (0.5 mi/0.9 km)
  • McCormick Place Convention Center (2.9 mi/4.6 km)
Attractions
  • The Magnificent Mile (0.1 mi/0.1 km)
  • Water Tower Place (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
  • Navy Pier (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Lake Michigan (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Millennium Park (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
Business
  • Business center work station
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • 5,500 square feet of function space for up to 125 guests
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access
  • Concierge services

Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel Rooms

1 King Bed, No Smoking
Desk, Radio-Alarm Clock, Hair Dryer

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Elevators
24 hour security
Activities
Exercise gym
Dining
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Vending machines
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Concierge desk
Multilingual
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
FAX
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Valet parking
Room
Television with cable
AM/FM alarm clock
Hairdryer in room
Sofa bed
Iron
Wet bar

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Hotel Map

41.8928 -87.6231
Area served
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Nearby airports
O'Hare Int'l Airport, (ORD), 18.00, N, Mile; Midway Airport, (MDW), 13.00, SE, Mile; Pal-Waukee Airport, (PWK), 22.00, NE, Mile
Area description
City - Ohio & St Clair

Nearby points of interest

  • North Michigan Avenue: 0.1 mi
  • Terra Museum of American Art: 0.1 mi
  • Tribune Tower: 0.2 mi
  • Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.2 mi
  • Wrigley Building: 0.2 mi
  • Seneca Park: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.3 mi
  • Holy Name Cathedral: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Broadcast Communications: 0.4 mi
  • Lake Shore Park: 0.4 mi
  • Drury Lane Theatre: 0.4 mi
  • John Hancock Center: 0.4 mi
  • Marina City: 0.4 mi
  • Water Tower: 0.5 mi
  • Prudential Plaza: 0.5 mi
  • North Michigan Avenue: 0.1 mi
  • Terra Museum of American Art: 0.1 mi
  • Tribune Tower: 0.2 mi
  • Chicago - Mag Mile - Wacker Dr: 0.2 mi
  • Wrigley Building: 0.2 mi
  • Seneca Park: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 0.3 mi
  • Holy Name Cathedral: 0.3 mi
  • Museum of Broadcast Communications: 0.4 mi
  • Lake Shore Park: 0.4 mi
  • Drury Lane Theatre: 0.4 mi
  • John Hancock Center: 0.4 mi
  • Marina City: 0.4 mi
  • Water Tower: 0.5 mi
  • Prudential Plaza: 0.5 mi
  • Harold Washington College: 0.5 mi
  • Chicago Theater: 0.6 mi
  • Lake Point Tower: 0.6 mi
  • Washington Square Park: 0.6 mi
  • Harris Theater: 0.6 mi
  • Chicago Cultural Center: 0.6 mi
  • Oriental Theatre: 0.6 mi
  • Goodman Theatre: 0.6 mi
  • Marshall Fields: 0.7 mi
  • Pritzker Pavilion: 0.7 mi
  • Cloud Gate: 0.7 mi
  • Merchandise Mart: 0.7 mi
  • Oak Street Beach: 0.7 mi
  • Shubert Theatre: 0.7 mi
  • Children Museum: 0.7 mi
  • City Hall: 0.8 mi
  • State Street: 0.8 mi
  • Crown Fountain: 0.8 mi
  • Cadillac Palace Theatre: 0.8 mi
  • Michigan Avenue: 0.8 mi
  • Chicago Historical Society: 0.8 mi
  • Bank of America Theatre: 0.9 mi
  • Navy Pier: 0.9 mi
  • Yacht Club: 0.9 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago: 0.9 mi
  • Symphony Center: 0.9 mi
  • Chicago Architecture Foundation: 1 mi
  • Opera House: 1 mi
  • Chicago Mercantile Exchange: 1.1 mi
  • Chicago Board of Trade: 1.1 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (151)

Ratings and reviews for Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Overall score

3.4 / 5
151 out of 151
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3.8
Hotel staff:
3.9
Room comfort:
3.4
Location:
4.5
Value:
3.7

80% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

1
ChiCityLover
Minneapolis, MN
Jun 3, 2013

Last resort

Only book this place if you are in desperate need of a place to sleep. We were unable to find ANY other hotel room in Chicago. The staff was rude, the valet was never around and it is the worst hotel room I have ever been in. We only slept in the hotel room, maybe spent about an hour total not sleeping. This place was horrible.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
1
Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

4
pguzman
Dallas, TX
May 28, 2013

My two adult daughters and I had a great stay.

Afer getting used to the smallness of the room with two double beds we found it quite enjoyable. The bathroom is also quite small but usable. The location is perfect, we could walk to the Navy Pier and watch the fireworks on Saturday. Also, there were many great restaurants and pubs within an easy walking distance. Also, the Magnificent Mile is a block away, which was very nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Michael Jordan's Steakhouse was just a few blocks away on Michigian avenue and the food was great.

Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

2
Big Fish1
Atlanta, GA
May 22, 2013

Unsatisfied Stay

I was totally unimpressed with the room. I also felt that some members of staff were rude and inconsiderate when approaching my party. I definately would choose somewhere to stay next time...especially with so many hotels in the area.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

3
abc123456
Business
New York
May 21, 2013

mediocre hotel, great location

The only thing special about this hotel is the great location just off of Michigan Ave. The room was just ok and the staff wasn't great.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

4
MELISSAJO
Alabama
May 20, 2013

Great Location

Location is perfect, room is clean and comfortable. Great value !

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

2
Larsby
Business
NYC
May 11, 2013

I wouldn't stay again...

While the hotel may look nice from the internet - it is lacking... $5-$15 charge for internet (while most places are free) no discounted parking - average estimate $40 per night we were stuck with views of a brick wall and building heating etc. the bathroom had no ventilation - smelled of sulphur and the rooms had not been updated since the 70's.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

1
Mrs Bates
Business
Chicago, Illinois
Apr 18, 2013

Is the Inn of Chocago really The Bates Hotel?

The room was dank and dark, The bathroom floor was dirty, grout was black. Hair in the tub. The towels were tattered, The hallways had the overwhelming smell of deodorizer, The cleaning staff did not speak any English. If I didn't prepay I would have left. It was the worst hotel ever. I'm sure the staff will comment to apologize, which fooled me into making this reservation,. I thought they were attentive or the complaints on line were "one offs". This place is a dump. They should be kicked off of Magnificent Mile!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Across the street from hotel was an excellent Japanese Bento restaurant.Arami Go! Excellent food & service.

Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

4
Jsting75
Pittsburgh, Pa area
Apr 15, 2013

Very good bargin.

Very good location. Was able to check-in early with no hassle. Arrived at the hotel at 8:00am. Bathroom was a little small but it worked. Really liked the hotel, only bad thing was the wi-fi connection. Actually the wi-fi and internet connection were poor. We used the business center and paid for internet and still had a very slow connection. Gave up on any internet connection.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

4
Theseus
Business
St Paul, Minnesota
Apr 12, 2013

Fantastic location and nice stay

Staying here feels like you are in the middle of everything - shopping and restaurants, even a great grocery store. I highly recommend it. The only thing I wish my room had was a refrigerator, even a little one, so I can store leftovers from the great restaurants around there. But that's ok. Everything else was great. Nice bar too.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Inn of Chicago, an Ascend Collection hotel

Reviewer score

4
cocovive
Business
chicago
Apr 12, 2013

quick and easy and comfortable

The staff is fantastic, calling cabs, providing me with an extra key, knowing the hours of surrounding businesses. The bed was very comfortable and quiet. The bathrooms are dated, but clean. The elevators are excessivley slow. The bar is a nice touch but some patrons should have been cut off earlier.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

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