The Blackstone also has a fitness center with cardiovascular
equipment, free weights, state of the art fitness equipment and is
available 24 hours daily with room key. You will also enjoy
exploring the museum-quality Blackstone Art Collection of over
1,400 works by Chicago-based artists while staying at this historic
hotel.
Exterior: In a city of distinctive architecture, the Beaux-Arts
form of the Blackstone with its Mansard roof are truly
eye-catching. This 23 storied building designed by renowned
architects Marshall and Fox in 1908, the hotel stands on the
original mansion grounds of Mr. Timothy Blackstone, president of
the Chicago and Alton Railroad.
Lobby: The lobby features distinctive elements like Cloud Gate
inspired chandeliers, can't-miss carpeting, and the unique gold
couch, just one the many places guests like to take pictures in
this historic Chicago hotel.
Rooms
The hotel's Michigan Avenue location boasts exquisite views of Lake
Michigan. There are 23 floors with 332 contemporary hotel rooms
providing thoughtful touches of whimsy and charm. Hotel rooms
feature the plush Renaissance bedding with down comforters.
Amenities at this hotel on Michigan Avenue include high-speed
internet & personal iHome stereo, Club level and executive rooms
provide added splendor at our Chicago hotel on Michigan Avenue.
Rooms also feature air conditioning, alarm clock, bottled water-for
a fee, coffee maker/tea service, electrical adapters, individual
climate control, iron and ironing board, luxurious bedding - down
comforters, custom duvets, cotton-rich linens, some rooms have a
pull-out sofa bed and an in-room safe.
Restaurant & Food
Celebrity Chef Jose Garces serves modern Catalan including tapas
and chops with Mediterranean ambiance. Open for breakfast, lunch
and dinner. Starbucks is also at this hotel property.
Activities & Sport
Guests may explore the museum- quality hotel's Art Collection of
over 1,400 works by Chicago- based artists.
Comments
For a daily rate, the following features are available in the guest
room: high- speed Internet access, unlimited local phone calls and
unlimited long distance calls (within the country), not available
in all markets.