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12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60603

Chicago Athletic Association, Part Of Hyatt - Historic downtown hotel near Millennium Park

Located steps off Michigan Avenue, the Chicago Athletic Association offers direct access to Millennium Park's gardens, art installations, and events like Jazz Fest and outdoor concerts. The hotel features seven on-site dining options, including Cindy's rooftop restaurant with views of Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, and Lake Michigan. The original 1893 Venetian Gothic landmark includes a Game Room with billiards, bocce, and shuffleboard. The property has 17,000 sq ft of event space, including Stagg Court, a former gymnasium that hosts up to 500 guests. The hotel is pet-friendly and provides complimentary Heritage Bicycles seasonally.

Additional perks of the hotel

Topgolf Swing Suite with indoor golf simulators

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Valet parking ($79 per night)

Milk Room, an eight-seat microbar with vintage spirits

Cherry Circle Room, a James Beard award-winning restaurant

Shake Shack available for in-room dining

Rooms

The hotel offers 240 guest rooms, including 23 suites. Rooms feature custom SFERRA linens, Carrara marble bathrooms with rain showers, and stocked minibars. Junior Suites include separate living areas with views of Madison Street or Millennium Park. The Millennium King Suite spans 1,005 sq ft with two king beds and views of Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, and Lake Michigan. The Founders Suite has two working fireplaces, original woodwork, and stained-glass windows. ADA-compliant rooms are available with accessible bathrooms and lowered fixtures.

Other conveniences

C.O. Bigelow bath products

42-inch flat-screen TVs

In-room safes

Signature boxing-style robes

USB outlets

Blackout curtains

Iron and ironing board

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Double Room Two Double Beds

Max:

4 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Air conditioning

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

205 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Chicago4600 ft

Airports

Midway International (MDW) 10.1 mi

Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 18.3 mi

Train

Millennium Station1400 ft

Millenium Station1400 ft

Underground

Washington/Wabash700 ft

Monroe1000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 84 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Billiard tables

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Entertainment

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Curtains

Hotel Location

12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60603

Map view

12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60603

City landmarks

Park

Millennium Park

2400 ft

Museum

The Art Institute of Chicago

2800 ft

Harbour

Navy Pier

1.6 mi

Landmark

360 Chicago Observation Deck

1.2 mi

Landmark

Skydeck Chicago

3900 ft

Landmark

Willis Tower

3900 ft

Fountain

Buckingham Fountain

4400 ft

Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Rookery Building

2800 ft

Landmark

The Magnificent Mile

4400 ft

Park

Maggie Daley Park

2700 ft

Museum

The Field Museum

2.7 mi

Landmark

Wrigley Building

3600 ft

Landmark

Chicago Board of Trade Building

2100 ft

Landmark

Chicago Riverwalk

3800 ft

Landmark

Tribune Tower

3400 ft

Landmark

Old Colony Building

2200 ft

Landmark

Marina City

3600 ft

Landmark

Picasso Statue

2400 ft

Stadium

Soldier Field

1.4 mi

Landmark

Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum

4500 ft

Museum

Chicago Children's Museum

1.6 mi

Landmark

Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies

1.2 mi

Nearby

Art object

Cloud Gate

1800 ft

Museum

Chicago Cultural Center

800 ft

Theatre

The Chicago Theatre

2000 ft

Park

Grant Park

1900 ft

53 W Jackson Blvd

Monadnock Building

1900 ft

Museum

American Writers Museum

1500 ft

Fountain

Crown Fountain

1000 ft

Restaurants

The Gage

100 ft

24 S Michigan Ave Between Monroe and Madison Streets

Cindy's

100 ft

12 S Michigan Ave 13th Floor

Pizano's Pizza in The Loop

500 ft

61 E Madison St

The Game Room

100 ft

12 S Michigan Ave

Acanto

600 ft

18 S Michigan Ave

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe

1500 ft

130 E Randolph St

Hot Woks Cool Sushi

500 ft

30 S Michigan Ave

Ryo Sushi

500 ft

62 E Madison St

Pizano's Pizza and Pasta

500 ft

2429 N Lincoln Ave # 27

Remington's

400 ft

20 N Michigan Ave

Miller's Pub & Restaurant

1100 ft

134 S Wabash Ave

Adamus Lounge at the Silversmith Hotel

800 ft

10 S Wabash Ave

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Robert

United States, December 2023

7.8/10

Spent one fun night at this hotel that offers small but unique rooms with a climbing ladder repurposed as a wall storage rack. The lack of natural light in the backyard room was a drawback, yet it was still an enjoyable stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are small but really fun, especially with the climbing ladder on the wall. However, the lack of natural light in the backyard room was a downside.

Service

7.0

The staff, although disconcerting when entering without much notice, were attentive to requests and helpful during my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location, right across from Millennial Park, is among the best in Chicago, making it convenient for sightseeing and dining options.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the dining experience at the Cherry Circle Room, and the craveable salads were a highlight. However, more variety could enhance the overall dining experience.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel boasts a great fit out of a historic building with available amenities like room service, laundry, and valet parking.

Alan

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is fantastically located right across from Millennium Park with great restaurants nearby. The rooms, albeit small, are clean and comfortable, but the close proximity to the neighboring building can be a bit intrusive. The service is eager to please but can be up-and-down at times.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms may be small, but they are clean and comfortable.

Service

7.0

The service is generally pleasant and eager to please.

Location

9.0

The location is outstanding, directly across from Millennium Park with easy access to major areas and CTA stations.

Dining

8.0

The dining options are convenient, especially with great restaurants nearby.

Facilities

7.0

While the facilities are generally good, there can be improvements in service consistency.

Rachel

United States, September 2023

8.2/10

The hotel has great rooms, with two double beds that were plenty big for me; however, they were a little too warm. The service is fantastic, always going above-and-beyond to be friendly and helpful. The location is convenient for most activities and attractions, making it fab especially in warmer weather. The dining options were limited, but the delicious snacks made up for it.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms with two double beds were spacious and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service is always more than helpful and pleasant, with a willingness to assist in every way.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect for exploring the city with attractions and shopping just around the corner.

Dining

7.0

Although the dining options were limited, the delicious snacks made up for it.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities offered are well-maintained and contribute to a pleasant stay.

Paul

United States, July 2023

8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a delightful experience. The location was superb, directly across from Millennium Park with great restaurants nearby. The rooms, although a bit dark without natural light initially, were moved to a higher level bringing that nostalgic Chicago atmosphere. The service provided by the staff was top-notch, with the manager being extremely accommodating and friendly. However, some areas of the hotel felt a bit cramped, and the dining options, particularly at the Cherry Circle Room, were outstanding.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms transported me back to the golden years of Chicago with their nostalgic ambiance. Initially dark without natural light, but the staff promptly moved me to a higher level.

Service

9.0

I was thoroughly impressed by the extremely accommodating and friendly nature of the manager and the well-trained staff who provided a highly focused yet casual approach to my experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location directly across from Millennium Park is amazing, with great restaurants nearby like Acanti. It's also convenient to helpful places like Walgreens and Target, offering easy access to the cool bars in the hotel and many interesting museums nearby.

Dining

9.0

Dining at the Cherry Circle Room was one of the best experiences I've had in a long time. The succulent organic chicken was a highlight. However, a wider variety of dining options beyond this exceptional restaurant would have been appreciated.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were superb, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.