The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Hotel with a restaurant, near Chicago History Museum

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Parking available
Bar
Gym
24/7 front desk
Pet friendly
Air conditioning

Explore the area

1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL, 60610

Michigan Avenue
‪8 min walk‬
Chicago History Museum
‪10 min walk‬
Navy Pier
‪5 min drive‬
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
‪24 min drive‬

Room options

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Penthouse

1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Suite, Terrace, City View

1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Studio Suite

Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Signature Suite, Terrace

1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Chicago History Museum and 900 North Michigan Shops. This 4-star hotel has 279 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Michigan Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Chicago History Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
North Avenue Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Navy Pier - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
Wrigley Field - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

Millennium Station - 3 min drive
Clark-Division Station - 6 min walk
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪Division On The Rocks - ‬6 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
‪Butch McGuire's - ‬4 min walk
‪Lodge Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Hotel with a restaurant, near Chicago History Museum

Guests of The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is offered for USD 75 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include conference space, express check-out, and wedding services.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 42-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in Frette Italian sheets. Safes, phones, and ironing boards are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$170 nightly

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Offsite parking within 0.15 miles (USD 40 per night)
Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

The Ambassador Room

Things to do

24-hour gym
Evening entertainment

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services

Business services

8,000 square feet of conference space
Meeting rooms

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
Braille/raised signage
Elevator (36 inch wide door)

1 building
17 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1926
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
Pay movies

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 3 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Deposit: USD 125.00 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.

Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night (in/out privileges)
Nearby parking fee: USD 40 per night (656 ft away)
Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: 11:00 AM
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 valet 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Chicago PUBLIC

Ambassador Chicago Hotel

PUBLIC Hotel

PUBLIC Hotel Chicago

Ambassador East Chicago

Ambassador East Hotel Chicago

Hotel Ambassador East

Public Chicago Hotel Chicago

PUBLIC Chicago Hotel

Ambassador Chicago

The Ambassador Chicago

Ambassador Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast on Sep 22, 2025 start from $160.46, excluding 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 can I see around The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan, Michigan Avenue, and State Street. You'll also find Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 75 per night with in/out privileges.

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast feature a casino at the property?

No, The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium Italian sheets as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

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

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast serves breakfast for a surcharge at The Ambassador Room.

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast for a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

The closest major airport to The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 15 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 17.4 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast.

Does The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast.

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

2/10 Terrible

David, Hampstead

Traveled with group

Jul 21, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Do not even consider booking here. I prepaid for two rooms, upon checking in only one as available. I was told that I would receive a call when the second one was available. We went out and explored the city. I never received a call, when we went to the front desk to check in later I was told there were no rooms available. There were several people in the lobby also with paid reservations and no rooms. I was told that they would bring up a cot, it never happened. Followed up, never promised again, and showed. With no follow-up or explanation. We asked for additional towels (only two in the room) never got them, housekeeping was no where to be found. Unfortunately so in out party had to sleep on the floor for two nights. I was promised a refund and as of this point it has not been received.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

sally

Jul 6, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany

Jul 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location and decent rooms. I had a strange experience in that two days in to my four day stay management ( dressed in plain, casual clothes of shorts and tshirt) came to my door and told me I wasn’t supposed to be in my room; that my room was supposed to be vacant. I would have questioned wether or nor he was managements expect except that he looked up my info and that of my colleague. I told him it was the room I was given and he didn’t believe me until I showed him my key pocket where the wrote my room number. The whole scenario was just strange and a little off putting.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael, DANVILLE

Jun 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Holly, Annapolis

Traveled with partner

Jun 10, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent neighborhood within walking distance to the beach, park(s), excellent shops & restaurants. The hotel lobby & exterior were beautiful. Staff were friendly. Our room was very average & needed some work & beautification. The caulking in the bath/shower was chipping, tiny average artwork on very plain walls. A sad office chair. Our room really needed a confortable nice sitting chair. The only good places to sit to relax were on the bed or had to go down to the lobby or lounge for a confortable place to sit. Breakfast tables were sticky and uncleared everyday. We bussed a table to sit at for two breakfasts about 7 or 8 tables unbussed for the duration of our breakfasts. We did appreciate that breakfast was included. Also it was a bit odd & unfortunate that there is no food available whatsoever other than breakfast during breakfast houra not even at the lounge. Is that even legal to serve alcohol with zero food options? We had hoped to at least get an appetizer with our happy hour coctail. Not even a snack machine. Thats ok..we went & raided my adult sons fridge who lives a block over for snacks...haha! The hotel is nearby my son who just moved to Gold Coast so we will likely give it another shot & stay at the Ambassador again & hope that some of the things are worked out. Those are the pros & cons. Fingers crossed management reads this to make those few improvements. We look forward to coming back to the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shafin

Jun 9, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian, Bethesda

Traveled with family

Jun 9, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel needs to be updated: 1. The carpet in our room was worn and stained. 2. The bathroom was tiny, almost too small to be operational. 3. The bathroom floor was embarrassing. 4. The shower curtain was a foot short. 5. There were no refreshments for purchase in the fridge and no store in the lobby to buy snacks or drinks. 6. Breakfast needs to start at 6:30 am or 7:00am. 7:30 am is too late. 7. Several times I called the front desk or restaurant and nobody answered. 8. The hallways were dark, poorly lit and smelled. 9. Good location but I would not stay at this hotel again. Not trying to be mean, just honest.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, St. Paul

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Reneeriza

Jun 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Gail

Traveled with partner

Jun 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the location & ambience of the old hotel. However the bed was too low & not great sleeping, needs replacement. Plus bath tub is very unsafe with no grab bar & very slippery when wet without a flat spot to stand on while showering. The breakfast buffet was one of the best ever, highly recommend it

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Jun 5, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malvika

Jun 4, 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Traveled with family

Jun 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved it here ! We will stay here every time we visit Chicago!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Business traveler

Jun 3, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities

I booked and paid in full through Expedia for The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast, with no mention of any additional charges. The day before check-in, I received a message from the hotel confirming my reservation. However, on arrival after 24 hours of travel, I was told they could not find my booking. I was then informed that to be given a room, I had to pay mandatory daily charges totalling around US$650 - charges that were never disclosed during booking. I was told these were non-refundable, and I had no choice but to pay under duress during a major convention. It later became clear that the hotel may have cancelled my original Expedia reservation without telling me and created a new booking using my prepayment, then imposed their own terms and charges. This experience was extremely frustrating and stressful. The room also had a dirty bathmat on arrival, and housekeeping failed to clean the room on at least one day despite it being available. Expedia should not allow properties to impose undisclosed charges after payment. I would not have booked this hotel had these fees been known in advance. I’ve raised this as a formal complaint and urge Expedia to better protect travellers from practices like this.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivette

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family

Jun 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I LOVED the welcome gifts! Breakfast buffet and drinks included. Will definitely be booking again😊

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Jun 3, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner

Jun 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The hotel is historic, anyone who researched Chicago will know the story about this place. Obviously it’s been modernized many times over since, but a charming place in a mostly residential neighborhood but close to shopping. Bed was comfortable, water pressure was good, elevators work well, but one sounds bad at the 4th-5th floor. Things I Didn’t like; No coffee before the restaurant opens at 7:00am Joining that membership thing seems a complete rip-off to me. Restaurant is only open for breakfast, no food after that But overall, I’m glad that we stayed here although I’m not so sure I would stay here again due to the membership thing mostly.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Lonnie

Traveled with group

Jun 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Difficult check in, average rooms

Multiple people were having issues checking in and the front desk told people they had no rooms left then proceeded to tell the next person they had rooms available. They charge a hotel fee of $80ish a night so factor that into your cost. Very generic rooms. Bed had a regular sheet with no fitted sheet. No coffee maker in the rooms. Room was very clean though.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelica

Jun 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Sink clogged, switch for light was broken, gross stain on carpet, walls are way too THIN. I could listen in on a conversation from room next door and arguing from a couple across the hall, not infront but at end of hall. Arguments from the street can be heard twice during my stay at the early hours of 4 AM even though window was closed.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kinsley

Jun 2, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

julio

Jun 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great environment

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Business traveler

Jun 1, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The hotel needs to renovated some of rooms a bit better. The elevator needs to be renovated.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

angelo

Traveled with partner

Jun 1, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Not a fan, the front desk was not well staffed, very rude in general, not at all helpful and even refused to help even after offering a large cash tip?!!?? Literally got the wrong room, it was not cleaned completely, there were even used items left behind from previous guests!!!refrigerator had partially eaten food inside, half used drinks, crumbs on floor, greasy/oily substance on tile floor in restroom… yuck. I was barefoot when I discovered the unknown gooooo with my toes and feet, slipping on floor. Streaky mirror with spit stains from toothpaste! Ewww. Will not be back EVERRR. Want a full refund!!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025