The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection
636 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA, 60605
About us
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
Recreational activities
- Health club
Transportation
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
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.
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.
Explore Meeting Rooms
Find the perfect room with setup charts and interactive 3D floor plans.
Meeting space
Meeting room floor plans
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
335
Suites
4
Occupancy rate
17.4%
Total guest rooms
335
Suites
4
Occupancy rate
17.4%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
11.1 mi
Distance from airport 11.1 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Bus parking
Local Attractions
Harold Washington Library
Recreation
1 mi
The Harold Washington Library Center is the central library for the Chicago Public Library System. It is located just south of the Loop 'L', at 400 S. State Street in Chicago, in the U.S. state of Illinois. It is a full-service library and is ADA compliant. As with all libraries in the Chicago Public Library system, it has free Wi-Fi internet service. The building contains approximately 756,000 sq ft (70,200 m2) of work space.[1] The total square footage is approximately 972,000 sq ft (90,300 m2) including the rooftop winter-garden penthouse.[2] It is named in honor of Mayor Harold Washington.
400 S State St
Chicago, IL, US 60605
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Guaranteed Rate Field
Recreation
4 mi
Guaranteed Rate Field, formerly Comiskey Park and U.S. Cellular Field, is a baseball stadium located on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. It serves as the ballpark of the Chicago White Sox, one of the city's two Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, and is owned by the state of Illinois through the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority. Completed at a cost of US$137 million, the park opened as Comiskey Park on April 18, 1991, taking its name from the former ballpark at which the White Sox had played since 1910.
333 W 35th St
Chicago, IL, US 60616
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Wrigley Field
Recreation
8 mi
Wrigley Field /ˈrɪɡli/ is a stadium on the North Side of Chicago, Illinois. It is the ballpark of Major League Baseball's Chicago Cubs, one of the city's two MLB franchises. It first opened in 1914 as Weeghman Park for Charles Weeghman's Chicago Whales of the Federal League, which folded after the 1915 baseball season. The Cubs played their first home game at the park on April 20, 1916, defeating the Cincinnati Reds 7–6 in 11 innings. Chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. of the Wrigley Company acquired the Cubs in 1921. It was named Cubs Park from 1920 to 1926, before being renamed Wrigley Field in 1927. The stadium currently seats 41,649 people[7] and is the second stadium to be named Wrigley Field, as a Los Angeles ballpark with the same name opened in 1925.
1060 W Addison St
Chicago, IL, US 60613
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United Center
Recreation
The United Center is an indoor arena hosting large events from concerts to sporting events in downtown Chicago. It is the home to the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Bulls - known as "the house that Jordan built". See the commemorative statues of sports legends Michael Jordan, Stan Mikita and Bobby Hull right outside the United Center. Photo Courtesy of Choose Chicago.
1901 West Madison Street
Chicago, IL, US 60612
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Soldier Field
Recreation
Soldier Field is a one-of-a-kind landmark architectural building and memorial situated right along Lake Michigan. Come see “Da Bears” and the newly relocated Chicago Fire Soccer Club play on their home turf at the historic Soldier Field near the downtown loop. Revel in Chicago's rich NFL history that dates back to 1920, including 9 World Championships and 27 players enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Founded in 1997, Chicago Fire is Chicago's American professional soccer club named after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and won the MLS cup in 1998. Soldier Field also hosts various charity events, food festivals and more. Photo Courtesy of Choose Chicago.
1410 Museum Campus Drive
Chicago, IL, US 60605
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McCormick Place
Convention center
The Blackstone is the closest luxury hotel to McCormick Place Convention Center, the premier convention facility in North America. If you’ll be attending a trade show, conference or convention at McCormick Place, our location gives you the best of both worlds: convenience to McCormick Place without sacrificing proximity to downtown. Photo Credit: Abel Arciniega Courtesy of Choose Chicago
2301 South King Drive
Chicago, IL, US 60616
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Chicago Theatre District
Theater
Head to “Broadway in Chicago” to catch the most exciting touring productions while they are in town. The Chicago Theater District includes the historic and lavish Chicago Theater, The Oriental Theater and the Cadillac Palace Theater. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Choose Chicago
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Chicago Architecture Center
Recreation
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) is a non-profit organization that offers tours, exhibitions, programs and events for all ages. Inside the CAC, you’ll find exciting programs for kids and adults and new, imaginative exhibits, including the Chicago City Model Experience, a large scale model of Chicago’s downtown, now expanded to more than 4,200 buildings. Upstairs, the Building Tall exhibit features supersized scale models of famous skyscrapers from Chicago and around the world. With more than 85 boat, walking, bus and bike tours, the CAC also offers the world’s largest and most diverse architecture tour program. Photo Credit: James Steinkamp Courtesy of Chicago Architecture Center
111 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL, US 60601
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Museum Campus
Museum
What do whales, our solar system and the world’s most famous T-Rex fossil have in common? All can be seen at Chicago’s Museum Campus, which includes the Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium and Field Museum of Natural History. Museum Campus is a 57-acre park that sits alongside Lake Michigan in Grant Park and encompasses some of the city's most notable attractions, including three museums and Soldier Field. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Choose Chicago
Navy Pier
Historical landmark
From its Ferris wheel to an IMAX theater and a beer garden, Navy Pier is one of the most popular Chicago attractions. Beat the heat with a breeze from the lake, and stop by on Wednesday and Saturday evenings during the summer for the fireworks show.
600 East Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL, US 60611
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Lake Michigan
Recreation
Chicago’s lakefront is not to be missed. Walk, bike or jog the 18-mile Chicago Lakefront Trail. Hit the beach, with Oak Street to North Avenue Beaches being the popular Chicago summer hang outs. Take advantage of opportunities to boat, fish and more. Photo Credit: Yomex Owo Courtesy of Unsplash
Chicago, IL, US
Millennium Park
Park
Located in the northeast corner of Grant Park, Millennium Park encompasses a state-of-the-art collection of architecture, landscape design and art that provide the backdrop for hundreds of free cultural programs including concerts, exhibitions, tours, and family activities. A lively, spectacular gathering spot located in the heart of the city, Millennium Park is home to Cloud Gate — famously known as “the bean” sculpture — as well as the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, setting for the Grant Park Music Festival and other concerts. Stroll the gardens or go ice skating in the winter. There’s always something going on! Photo Credit: Adam Alexander Photography Courtesy of Choose Chicago
201 East Randolph Street
Chicago, IL, US 60601
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Magnificent Mile
Shopping
Many of the most upscale shops in Chicago are conveniently located, as the name suggests, within a one-mile-long shopping strip along North Michigan Avenue. Swing by the high-end chains for all of your shopping needs, from fashion to electronics and more. Photo Credit: Adam Alexander Photography Courtesy of Choose Chicago
North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL, US 60611
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Grant Park
Park
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.
337 E Randolph St
Chicago, IL, US 60601
The Art Institute of Chicago
Museum
The second-largest art museum in the country, The Art Institute of Chicago has one of the most impressive collections of impressionist paintings and surrealist works of art in the world. You can spend an hour or two spotting Georges Seurat and Edward Hopper, although art lovers will want to spend much longer.
111 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL, US 60603
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Nearby vendors
Fogo de Chao Chicago
Chicago
Planning your group event at Fogo de Chão, Downtown Chicago is the easiest and most productive part of the meeting planning process. Located in the heart of Chicago’s Entertainment District River North and 5 miles from McCormick Place Convention Center, we proudly offer incredible service, world class Brazilian cuisine, the most flexible meeting and event spaces and exciting bar in the Downtown Chicago Area.
Catering
Restaurant/Bar
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Shutterbox Photo Entertainment
multi-city
We provide photo booth rental, 360 Booth, Glambot, Bullet Time Camera Array, and unique photo rental services for live events and special occasions.
Photo Booth Rental Chicago IL, Chicago Suburbs | Los Angeles, CA | Milwaukee, WI | Miami, FL | Las Vegas, NV. We provide photo services for your Event, Party, Corporate Celebration, Trade Show, Festival, Experiential Marketing Events & Activations, and other Special Occasions.
Logistics/Decor
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Howl at the Moon
multi-city
Get ready for the most unique nightlife experience in the country! Come sing, dance and howl as the most versatile and talented musicians perform your favorite songs from 80’s rock, 90’s pop and today’s dance hits on pianos, guitars and more in a high-energy show!
Whether you are celebrating a special occasion (birthday party, bachelorette party, bachelor party, Happy Hour or corporate event) or want a fun night out, Howl at the Moon is the perfect spot for you. Check out your closest Howl at the Moon location for upcoming events and specials.
Activity
Restaurant/Bar
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Avital Food & Drink Experiences
multi-city
You need a more interesting and memorable experience for your clients, coworkers, family, or friends - we design interactive food & drink experiences to wow your guests!
Avital Food & Drink Experiences has been designing and producing cutting edge dining experiences and foodie activations for 12 years and counting, with over 100,000 happy guests.
From food tours, to interactive meals, to conference activations and even virtual events, we've got you covered. If it needs food or drink, and it needs to be memorable and unique, come to Avital Experiences.
Choose from our library of options, or ask us about custom built experiences to suit your event.
Food & Drink is the Ultimate Connector. We can't wait to strengthen your human connections via our interactive food & drink experiences.
Activity
Restaurant/Bar
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AB Production Associates
Chicago
AB Production Associates curates exceptional production experiences. We provide elite engineers and unparalleled equipment, ensuring your vision is realized flawlessly. But good is never good enough. We are constantly refining our processes and expanding our inventory to exceed the expectations of our discerning clientele
Logistics/Decor
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Hermes Worldwide, Inc.
multi-city
Hermes provides private luxury ground transportation for luxury hotel guests, weddings, team sports, youth and church groups, concerts, ski resorts, conventions, and meetings and events.
Transportation
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The Alston
Chicago
The Alston, an upscale steakhouse blending Midwestern comfort with French-nouvelle cuisine, will debut this May. Our well-appointed, 350-seat steakhouse will be open to the general public.
The Alston will also feature an exclusive private member’s club. Guests may also apply to join our private member’s club for those looking to for a truly unique, exclusive experience perched above the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast.
Restaurant/Bar
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VU Rooftop
Chicago
VU ROOFTOP IS A 13,000 SQUARE FOOT CONCEPT LOCATED 22 STORIES HIGH NEXT DOOR TO MCCORMICK PLACE. HERE, YOU CAN ENJOY AN INGREDIENT AND LOCALLY DRIVEN BEVERAGE PROGRAM, TOP NOTCH NOSHING AND UNPARALLELED VIEWS OF THE LAKE AND DOWNTOWN WITHIN A MODERN DESIGNED SPACE.
Restaurant/Bar
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Forward Hospitality Group
multi-city
Forward Hospitality group operates unique dining and nightlife concepts in addition to producing amazing events.
Restaurant/Bar
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FullTilt Team Development
multi-city
We create and lead unforgettable corporate team building events that bring people together, strengthen teams, and deliver real results. Whether you're planning a fun offsite, a leadership retreat, or a large-scale company experience—we make it seamless, exciting, and effective.
What Makes Us Different?
Elite Facilitators: Our team is made up of business owners, adventurers, and professional speakers who know how to engage and inspire any audience.
We Make You Look Good: We handle all the details and logistics—so you can focus on your team and take the credit for an outstanding event.
Guaranteed Results: If your team doesn’t love the experience, we’ll refund you—no questions asked.
Customizable for Any Group: From 10 to 3,000 participants, our events scale and adapt to your goals, your people, and your location.
Popular Programs Include
City-wide scavenger hunts and competitive missions
Charity bike builds
Cardboard Boat Build events
Olympic-style challenges and adventure races
Custom events designed around your theme or objectives
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The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the The Blackstone, Marriott Autograph Collection regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
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.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
The corporate sustainability team can help to offset customers' carbon footprints by contacting Sustainability@marriott.com.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
sustainability@marriott.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Eliminated straws and stirrers
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Hotels following MI Cleaning Protocals
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for the latest progress on Marriott International's community engagement efforts.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
WEGD@marriott.com
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