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The Blackstone Autograph Collection

636 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
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Non-Smoking
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About this property

The Blackstone Autograph Collection is a 4-star Marriott property in downtown Chicago, located within a 15-minute walk of Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue. The hotel comprises 332 rooms, including 4 suites, positioned at the heart of the city's cultural and commercial districts.

Guestrooms feature refrigerators, 50-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming, and rainfall showerheads in private bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries. Wireless internet access is available for a surcharge. Each room includes a safe, desk, and phone with complimentary local calls. Guests rate room comfort at 4.6 out of 5.

On-site dining is available at Mercat a la Planxa, which serves guests throughout the day. The property also features a bar and lounge for drinks and casual socializing. A single restaurant and bar setup provides convenient options without requiring guests to leave the building.

Recreation and wellness amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, on-site spa services with massage offerings, and a rooftop garden. The property provides complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Conference facilities span 12,223 square feet across 9 meeting rooms, supporting events and business gatherings. A 24-hour business center and computer stations are available for guest use.

The Blackstone sits 0.5 miles from the Art Institute of Chicago and 0.8 miles from Cloud Gate, with immediate access to State Street and Michigan Avenue shopping. The Harold Washington Library, Chicago Cultural Center, and Auditorium Building are all within walking distance. O'Hare International Airport is 30–45 minutes away by taxi ($35–45), while Midway Airport is 25–30 minutes away ($25–35). Airport Express offers shared rides starting at $25 per person.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and can extend to midnight; check-out is at 12:00 PM. Pets up to 75 pounds are welcome for a one-time fee of $75 per stay, with a maximum of two pets per room. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible meeting spaces, fitness facilities, and the on-site restaurant. Service animals are allowed without fees or restrictions.

Location & nearby attractions

Located in Chicago (Downtown Chicago), The Blackstone, Autograph Collection is within a 15-minute walk of Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Art Institute of Chicago and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Cloud Gate.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Columbia College Chicago - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
State Street - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Roosevelt University - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Auditorium Building and Theatre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Fine Arts Building - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Dearborn Station - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Lakefront Trail - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Buckingham Fountain - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Chicago Symphony Orchestra - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Harold Washington Library Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Art Institute of Chicago - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Millennium Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Michigan Avenue - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
CIBC Theatre - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Chicago Cultural Center - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 19.1 km / 11.9 mi
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 30.4 km / 18.9 mi
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 42.9 km / 26.6 mi

The preferred airport for The Blackstone, Autograph Collection is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 335 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. 50-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Mercat a la Planxa serving guests of The Blackstone, Autograph Collection. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Amenities & features

Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center. This Beaux Arts hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Chicago? This hotel has 12223 square feet (1136 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 9 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

O'Hare International - $35-45 via taxi (30-45 minutes) Midway - $25-35 via taxi (25-30 minutes) No hotel shuttle available. Airport Express offers shared rides starting at $25/person.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Nearby parking fee: USD 70.00 per night (300 ft away) Covered valet parking fee: USD 82.00 per night (in/out privileges)

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed (USD 75 per stay)
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 25
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 14.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 79 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 70 per night (299 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 250.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay<

Know before you go

  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).