Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection

Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection, you immediately get that classic Chicago vibe — it’s got this sophisticated urban energy without feeling stuffy. The building itself has character, and honestly, you can tell this four-star property takes itself seriously in all the right ways. Located right on South Dearborn Street in the Loop, you’re literally in the thick of everything that makes Chicago worth visiting.

Location & Neighborhood

I mean, you really can’t beat this spot in the Loop — it’s like being dropped right into the heart of the city’s business and cultural district. You’re walking distance to Millennium Park, the Art Institute, and all those incredible architecture tours everyone raves about. The thing couples seem to love most (and I get why they rated it 9.3) is that you can actually walk to dinner, catch a show, and still feel like you’re staying somewhere special rather than just crashing at some generic downtown place. The financial district energy during the day gives way to this surprisingly vibrant evening scene.

The Room Experience

Here’s what actually surprised me — the beds are genuinely comfortable, not just hotel-marketing comfortable. You know how sometimes hotels claim their beds are amazing and you end up with something that feels like a glorified futon? Well, this isn’t that. The room design strikes this nice balance between modern updates and respecting the building’s original character. The windows are large enough that you get a real sense of the city outside, which honestly makes a difference when you’re staying in such a dense urban area.

Daily Rhythms

What I really appreciated was how the hotel works with Chicago’s rhythm rather than against it. Mornings feel energized — you can grab coffee and actually join the flow of people heading to work or explore the city. The lobby doesn’t try too hard to be a scene, but it’s comfortable enough that you might actually want to sit there and plan your day. And since you’re right in the Loop, you’ve got access to the ‘L’ system, which means the rest of Chicago opens up pretty easily from here.

Why Guests Love It

Look, there are fancier hotels in Chicago, and there are cheaper ones, but this place hits that sweet spot where you feel like you’re experiencing the real city without sacrificing comfort. The location score of 9.3 isn’t just a number — it reflects how rare it is to find a place where you can walk to both tourist attractions and authentic Chicago experiences. Couples especially seem to get this, probably because there’s something romantic about being able to stroll along the Chicago River or catch an evening show without dealing with transportation logistics. It’s the kind of place where you end up extending your stay because leaving feels like giving up a really good home base.

Hotels near me in Chicago deliver quick L-line commutes to theater shows, sports arenas, and neighborhood street fests.

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Reviews of Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, Ascend Resort Collection

• Natalija from Latvia (9/10)

  Very friendly stuff
  Bonus coffee, tea, water in the lobby
  Spacious room and bathroom
  Location
  Street view was amazing

• Ho from Hong Kong (9/10)

• Rhys from Japan (9/10)

  Staff were super friendly, the rooms were quiet and comfortable and quite spacious for the downtown location. Location was good.

• Sarah from United States (9/10)

  We liked how quiet the location was, the accessibility to the train as well as walking distance to many great sites. Our room was a great size and very comfortable.

• Ellise from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Lovely friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, comfy beds, great location. Cafe Meli had really good food too.

• Oriana from Venezuela (9/10)

  Great place to stay, the location is very good, the metro station is near by and you can walk to the most popular places in Chicago. The hotel is beautiful, very clean and really confortable, the room had a big size and the bed was amazing. 100% recommended.

• Gillian from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Friendly helpful staff. Room very clean and spacious. Excellent location

• Ruthanne from United States (9/10)

  Location, comfort, friendly and helpful staff. Restaurant on site was wonderful.

• Daniele from Switzerland (9/10)

  Very convenient location
  Nice staff
  Good value for money

• Mary from Uruguay (9/10)

  Loved the room and unusual decor. The walls contain a history of the “Printer’s Row” area that is really interesting and a nice touch, gave us a good appreciation for the history of the neighborhood.
  The bed was large and very comfortable. Everything about the room was great.
  The location was excellent.

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