Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
Chicago, Illinois
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About the Hotel
With echoes of billiard balls, poker chips, and clinking glasses frozen within its walls, this 1890’s Venetian Gothic landmark in the Chicago Loop springs back to life as an incomparable historic downtown Chicago hotel—where the spirit of play reigns supreme. After all, this is the city where the can-and-will-do attitude of Ernie “Let’s Play Two!” Banks lives on, where the father of Chicago blues, Muddy Waters, shook all night long at the Checkerboard Lounge, and Sir Duke tickled the ivories at The Blue Note. And this is the club whose historic members swam with five-time Olympic gold medalist Johnny Weissmuller—a.k.a. the original Hollywood Tarzan—and watched their fellow member Pudge Heffelfinger own so much end zone, he became football’s first pro. Today, Chicago Athletic Association is both a stunning hotel offering outstanding guest rooms and a historic monument to the big-shouldered, switch hitting spirit that defines our city with a downtown location in the Chicago Loop.
Location
Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
12 S Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois
60603
Nearest Airport: MDW
Features and Amenities
- On-Site Amenities
- Fitness Room
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
- Rooftop Terrace
- Rooftop Garden
- Interests
- Culture & Arts
- Hotels
- Signature Perks
Reviews for Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
Great Experience
This is an amazing & unique hotel. They have preserved the old athletic club and embraced it throughout. There is even have an old old Speak-Easy door that leads to a bar. The bar just closed..hopefully the remodel doesn't compromise what makes this place special.
Odyssey25632381297
10/10 experience!
Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay! Staff was friendly, rooms were clean, and the location is perfect! Big shoutout to the director Daniel for being so welcoming and accommodating!
Joseph M
Amazing stay!!
We had the best experience at the Chicago Athletic Association! The room was extremely clean, the staff was amazing, and it was walking distance to so many great places! Plus the view was 10/10!
Erin T - Mount Berry, Georgia
Chicago trip
Great service, friendly staff!! Everyone was very helpful with questions about getting around the city and what was a must to see. Will definitely come back.
Elizabeth T
Fantastic Stay in a Historic Gem – Great Service from Zena!
We had a wonderful stay at the Chicago Athletic Association, and the highlight—aside from the stunning historic charm—was the outstanding service. A special shoutout to Zena at the front desk, who went above and beyond when there was some confusion with charging our Tesla in the parking lot. She was patient, professional, and incredibly helpful in resolving the issue quickly, which we truly appreciated. Our Junior Suite was beautiful—spacious, stylish, and full of character. The mix of vintage architecture and modern comfort made it feel both luxurious and unique. The location is unbeatable if you’re visiting Downtown Chicago—right across from Millennium Park and within walking distance of museums, restaurants, and shopping. It’s the perfect place to stay if you want to experience the best of the city while enjoying the elegance and history of a truly special hotel. We’ll absolutely be back!
Smacznego - Seattle, Washington
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