In the heart of Chicago, Ambassador Chicago offers an inviting retreat. Unwind by the lobby fireplace or indulge in American cuisine at The Ambassador Room. With a coffee shop, 24-hour gym, and helpful multilingual staff nearby North Avenue Beach is just steps away.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Parking available
Bar
Gym
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping once per stay
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Valet parking
Coffee shop/cafe
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Lobby fireplace
Front-desk safe
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $183
$183
includes taxes & fees
$156 per night
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
400 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
300 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
300 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
280 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
300 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
400 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 48 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 66 min drive
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 101 min drive
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 4 min drive
Chicago Clybourn Station - 5 min drive
Chicago 18th Street Station - 5 min drive
Clark-Division Station - 6 min walk
Chicago Station (Red Line) - 13 min walk
Sedgwick Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
La Colombe Coffee - 4 min walk
Hopsmith Tavern Chicago - 4 min walk
Maple & Ash - 6 min walk
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - 5 min walk
Velvet Taco - 5 min walk
About this property
Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt
When you stay at Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Ambassador Room, which serves American cuisine. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Clark-Division Station is 6 minutes and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 13 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
279 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Offsite parking within 656 ft (USD 40 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–noon on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Access to nearby health club
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (8000 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1926
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Portable bathtub seat
Grab bar in bathtub
Accessible bathtub
Wheelchair-width doorways
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch LCD TV
Premium digital channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Phone
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
The Ambassador Room - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Library - This coffee shop specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per day
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 19.96 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12 to 20 for adults, and USD 11 to 15 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 65 per night with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 40 per night (656 ft away)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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 Chicago part of JdV by Hyatt
The Ambassador Chicago a Joie de Vivre Hotel
Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt Hotel
Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt Chicago
Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt Hotel Chicago
Frequently asked questions
Does Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 65 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (18-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt?
Yes, The Ambassador Room offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt like?
Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt is in Downtown Chicago, a short 6-minute walk from Clark-Division Station and 3 minutes' walk from Lake Michigan. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Ambassador Chicago, part of JdV by Hyatt Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
I always love staying at the Ambassador Chicago. It’s the perfect blend of value for money while also maintaining a charming atmosphere! The staff is also extremely helpful and hospitable! Nice large bar too.
Gilbert
Gilbert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
Chicago Overnight Trip
Just a quick overnight to have dinner with friends. The location was perfect!
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2025
Coffee and snacks available in the room would be nice.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2024
Fantastic and friendly staff, beautiful accomodations and outstanding location!
James B
James B, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 8, 2024
Great place to stay, location is ideal !
Iam
Iam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Lovely stay, would definitely come back
The hotel is stunning and employees are friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The bathroom is spacious and i love how much lighting there was.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Beautiful area and hotel is tucked away nicely
Bianca
Bianca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Located in a beautiful neighborhood.
MOTOICHIRO
MOTOICHIRO, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Great hotel! Clean/ friendly staff/ food was amazing. Easy location and close to train station.
Audrea
Audrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
Wonderful hotel
Excellent setting, service and comfort. I will return and recommend the Ambassador for future travelers. The Ambassador is perfectly located in the Gold Coast.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Cool boutique style hotel. Great location.
Marc
Marc, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
Excellent location. Clean, quiet and very friendly staff.
Heather
Heather, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
Hotel was wonderful, very clean staff friendly and helpful.all amenities were close by within walking distance.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2024
Great stay
clark
clark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
Beautiful hotel, very friendly, helpful staff.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Great room. Dining was very good.
Michael W
Michael W, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Hotel was nice, clean and within walking distance to a lot of attractions.
Diana
Diana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
The hotel was well kept and had nice staff
and restaurant
rita
rita, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
A gem in a lovely part of the city, I look forward to staying again!
Ashlie
Ashlie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2024
Thanks for a great stay!
Chelsea
Chelsea, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 6, 2024
Great Location/Quiet Comfortable Rooms
Nice little hotel in the heart of the Gold Coast neighborhood. Room was nice and quiet with lots to do close by. Would definitely stay here the next visit to Chicago.
Shawn
Shawn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Area felt safe. Appreciate the valet staff outside. Affordable parking right accross the street. Walking distance to pubs, restaurants, and shops.
Denisa
Denisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Our favorite place to stay in Chicago
We have stayed here before and love the facility. The staff, ambience, service and neighborhood are great.