I was in Chicago for business for three days and really enjoyed staying at the Blackstone. Everything was customer service related: check-in smooth and efficient, all questions answered very promptly, gave a late check-out to 1 p.m. It was a busy time in the city (Taste of Chiacgo right across the street), but the hotel was calm and quiet. I nenver heard noise of other guests, which is something that really bugs me in many hotels. The restaurant is closed for 10 days while re-tiling, but the great food is available from room service. We had a drink there the night before closing and the ambience was very nice although a bit noisy. The room had a little view of the lake from a comfortablle chair. Great lighting for reading in bed, and a very comfortable bed. Aveda shampoo etc, my favorite brand. Really can't say enough about this great stay, and it was very reasonable for the summer.

My stay was excellent. Upon entering, someone immediately asked to assist with my luggage and another graciously parked the car. Hotel staff was extremely nice and helpful. The room was a bit on the small side, but very elegant. The only downfall is the bathroom door. Even when closed, you can still see inside. If you are with a group or having visitors and do not want to use the bathroom inside the room because of the door, I know that there is a woman’s bathroom located on the 6th floor (not sure about one for men).

It is also across the street from Grant Park and one black away from where the trolley tours make a stop (at Hilton).

We were in Chicago for my teenager to check out Columbia College. The Blackstone looked like the closest hotel and I noticed that it had recently been renovated. It was beautiful! The room was large, the beds were so comfy and the staff were happy to help with anything we asked of them. Room service cuts off at 10 though...so order early or take a walk to a nearby restaurant. The location is superb. It's right across from Grant Park and about a 10 minute (slow walker) walk to Millenium Park.

We pulled up and they were on us like flys at a picnic, one was helping with the luggage, the other was parking the truck. We stayed two nights, paid $125 on priceline, which I thought was a good price. Asked several times during our stay for local information and the staff was very friendly and knew exactly where we needed to go based on our description of what we were looking for. This is within walking distance of several great Chicago landmarks. Upon check in, I asked for a city view, which they graciously granted! This is a great property. Room was recently updated, not the biggest room, but plenty of room for my wife and I. We didn't eat in the hotel, but the restaurant was packed most of the time we were there. Very classy place.