55 East Ontario - Chicago, IL, United States 60610
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Location. Located in downtown Chicago, Ill., this boutique hotel is less than one block from Michigan Avenue and four blocks from the John Hancock Building, Navy Pier and Historic Water Tower. Tribune Tower and Wrigley Building are one- half mile away.
Hotel Features. Designed by Deborah Berke, who blueprinted Calvin Klein's stores in the 1990s, The James features concise colors with a focus on intricate textures throughout the lobby. Locals flock to David Burke's Primehouse, a Chicago-style steakhouse serving Kentucky Creekstone Farms beef, dry-aged with Himalayan salt bricks lining the restaurant cellar. The adjoining J Bar lounge adorns the south end of Rush Street's nightlife. Banquet dining for up to 220 guests is accommodated in the hotel's 7,000 square feet of event space. An on-site complimentary business center is equipped with fax, photocopy and print services and wireless Internet service is available throughout the hotel. Copies of both Chicago Tribune and USA Today are complimentary at the 24-hour front desk.
A 2,500-square-foot exercise center toting design influenced by the founder of Equinox Fitness includes cardiovascular equipment, advanced weight systems and seasoned personal trainers available by appointment. Spa treatment rooms within the facility offer rejuvenating facials and relaxing massage therapies. In-room restorative treatments are available upon request. The James also offers personal assistance services and 24-hour complimentary concierge services. Pets are pampered with the Pooch Spa Service, Primehouse Pet Menu, outerwear and training.
Guestrooms. Guestrooms feature custom-designed furnishings, platform beds and commissioned art by local and nationally- renowned artists. Separate dining areas include refrigerators and microwave ovens. Entertainment centers house plasma televisions, wireless Internet access ports and MP3 player docks. Bathrooms boast elevated sinks, marbled flooring and Aigner bath products.
Hotel Expert's Tip. The James' location placed me one block from Chicago's best shopping and nightlife on Michigan Avenue, and I was within walking distance of Lake Michigan's shore - perfect for my morning run.
Property Amenities
Currency Exchange
Dry Cleaning Service
Safe-Deposit Box - At Front Desk
Wheelchair Accessible
Fitness Equipment
Bar/Lounge
Event catering
Coffee shop or cafe
Comp newspapers in lobby
Restaurant(s)
Airport transportation (fees apply)
Room service (24 hours)
Shoe shine
Meeting room (small groups)
Wedding services
Concierge desk
Ballroom(s)
Full-service health spa
Massages available - In Room/Fees Apply
ATM/banking
Massage-treatment room
Luggage storage
Video library - DVD Library
Business center - Print-Me Wireless
Security guard - 24 Hours
Billiards
Children stay free - 17 Years and Under
Pets allowed - $100 Fee
Internet public area - wireless - Complimentary
Parking (valet) - $46 Per 24 Hours
Self parking - $36 Per 24 Hours
Area Attractions
Lake Michigan: 2 blocks Lakefront Running Path: 4 blocks Oak Street Shops: 4 blocks Michigan Avenue: 5 blocks Oak Street Beach: 6 blocks North Avenue Beach: 0.5 mile Merchandise Mart: 1.5 miles Chicago Loop Business and Theater District: 1.5 miles Wrigley Building: 1.5 miles Navy Pier: 2.0 miles
Driving Directions
From Chicago O'Hare International Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 16 miles.
Take the Kennedy Expresway/I-90 East. Exit onto North Avenue and turn left. Turn right onto State Parkway, and continue on State Street. Turn left onto Goethe Street. The hotel is located on the left.
Property Information
Check In Time - 2 P.m.
Check Out Time - 2 P.m.
Credit Card Required
Deposit Required Upon Check-in
Doorman/Doorwoman
Extra Person Charges
Floors - 17
Guestrooms - 297
Limo/Town Car Service Available
Minimum Check-in Age - 21
Multilingual Staff
Photo Identification Required
Porter/Bellhop
Tour Assistance
24-Hour Front Desk
Policies & Disclaimers
Your charge card will be charged for the full payment upon submitting your reservation request. See {0}User Agreement.
Requests for bed type and smoking preferences will be submitted to the hotel but are not guaranteed.
Room pictures may differ from the actual room you receive.
You must present a photo ID upon check-in.
By proceeding with this reservation, you agree to all terms and conditions, which include the Cancellation Policy and all terms and conditions contained in the {0}User Agreement.
You agree to pay the cost of your reservation. If you do not pay this debt and it is collected through the use of a collection agency, an attorney, or through other legal proceedings, you agree to pay all reasonable costs or fees, including attorney fees and court costs, incurred in connection with such collection effort.
