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The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection

636 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA, 60605
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Proudly situated on Chicago's Cultural Mile, The Blackstone is a stunning destination for today’s astute business or leisure traveler. Modern rooms beckon with immaculate views of Lake Michigan and Grant Park and spacious marble baths. Dining experiences are thoughtful and expertly executed, taking guests on a culinary tour through the bold flavors of Barcelona at Mercat a la Planxa as well as creative craft cocktails in the restaurant's bar and lower lounge. Meeting spaces are poised for your next corporate event or celebration. Just outside our doors, the city calls with its epic art collections, iconic parks, and endless entertainment venues. Explore the offerings of our downtown Chicago luxury hotel below and review our full list of amenities, which include a fitness center, and more. LUXURY ROOMS & ICONIC SUITES The Blackstone is home to 335 rooms and suites with views of Lake Michigan and Grant Park, spacious marble bath facilities, and modern décor. Upgrade your experience further with Lake View and Club Level Rooms. MEET & CELEBRATE The hotel is home to an impressive collection of flexible and sophisticated spaces for corporate meetings and weddings in downtown Chicago. Experience the ultimate event destination, from a social soiree in the iconic Crystal Ballroom to a destination worthy occasion in Al Capone’s Barbershop. OUR AMENITIES Revel in the amenities offered at The Blackstone, an inspiring luxury hotel in downtown Chicago offering a stylish collection of rooms and suites, historically creative meeting and event spaces, high-speed Wi-Fi, and 1600 CLUB Lounge experience. View our full list of amenities below. THE BLACKSTONE FEATURES: 335 Rooms and Suites Fitness Center Meeting and Event Spaces Valet Parking on request High-Speed Wi-Fi Concierge Service Business Center Shoeshine Service Pet-Friendly Guest Rooms - 2 dogs per room maximum - $75 fee Laundry and Dry Cleaning ATM Ice Machines In-Room Safes EXPLORE CHICAGO The downtown area is teeming with inspiring experiences, from artful Millennium Park to the Chicago Theatre District to The Art Institute of Chicago.

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandAutograph Collection
Built1910
Renovated2018
Total meeting space12,223 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms335
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Four Diamond Award 2017 / 2018 / 2019 / 2020 / 2021 / 2022 / 2023 / 2024

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Dec 20, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Sep 01 - Oct 30May 01 - Jun 30
Shoulder season
Apr 01 - Apr 30Jul 01 - Aug 31Oct 31 - Nov 30
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31Dec 01 - Dec 30

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
12,223 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,447 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
2,676 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
4,000 sq. ft.

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Meeting space

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Crystal Ballroom Download PDF
Crystal Ballroom
Chicago Alton Download PDF
Chicago Alton
English Room Download PDF
English Room
Inspiration Studio Download PDF
Inspiration Studio
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Chicago Alton & L
Marshall & Fox Download PDF
Marshall & Fox

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
335
Suites
4
Occupancy rate
17.4%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 11.1 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Bus parking

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Guaranteed Rate Field
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United Center
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Soldier Field
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Chicago Architecture Center
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Museum Campus
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Navy Pier
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Historical landmark
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Lake Michigan
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Recreation
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Millennium Park
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Magnificent Mile
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Grant Park
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Often called Chicago’s “front yard,” Grant Park is a 319-acre recreational haven and the setting for one of the city’s most iconic attractions: the magnificent Buckingham Fountain. Among hotels near Grant Park, The Blackstone makes it easy for you to enjoy the many annual festivals and events that take place in the park, from the Taste of Chicago to the Chicago Blues Festival, the Chicago Marathon and more.
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The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Cardboard,Cooking Oil

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
Does The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
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