Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property

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Down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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228 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 395 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 395 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection is within a 5-minute walk of Michigan Avenue and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Chicago Riverwalk. This 4-star hotel has 195 guestrooms and offers free in-room WiFi, a gym, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Water Tower Place - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 10 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 15 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Timothy O'Toole's Pub Chicago - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beatrix - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪W Xyz Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection

Guests of Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for USD 65 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Tempur-Pedic beds with down comforters ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 43 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • the Albert

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2,490 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 21 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50.00 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 to 40.00 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 43 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 65 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection on Apr 5, 2026 start from $238, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago within a short 3-minute walk of Michigan Avenue and also 12 minutes on foot from Chicago Riverwalk. You'll also find Millennium Park and Lake Michigan less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 65 per day with in/out privileges.

Does Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a comfy mattress, Netflix, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at the Albert.

Does Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection for a fee of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

The closest major airport to Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 13.7 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 18.2 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection.

Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 802 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nathaniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was really awesome and the staff very accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua Lee

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Room was spotless. Loved the technology!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable room on a quiet floor. Easy check in and check out, kind guest services, incredible breakfast food. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Meloni

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kyla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely polite and helpful, and the room was beautiful. The bar was great, and the live music was awesome. The drinks/food in the bar/resturant were expensive though.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute clean room. Extra touches at this hotel every where. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in early & the front desk person was outstanding! She was personable, knowledgeable, & kind. Best check in we've ever had anywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, great location, clean, great restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the vibe of the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afshaan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the rooms! Very spacious and clean. The service was amazing as well. Had a minor issue with my TV and they sent someone right away to fix it! Very efficient, and friendly with comfortable rooms I looked forward to coming back to! It’s also located near the Mag Mile which made it convenient to walk around downtown Chicago!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Excellent customer service. We can't wait to come back and visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025