The James
55 East Ontario
CHICAGO,
IL,
US 60610
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.
Surrounding Area
NORTH MICHIGAN AVE - 1 BLOCK
Room Information - The James
Bed Type: Short Description: Guest room with king bed Long Description: One king platform bed with pillowtop mattress, down comforter and pillows, and 300-thread-count linens (non-allergenic bedding available). 375 square feet. Floors 4–17. Plasma-screen TV. Stereo system with iPod/MP3 dock. Complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. Dining niche. Spacious slate-tiled and marble bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, Kiehl's bath products. Bed Type: Short Description: Guest room with king bed Long Description: One king platform bed with pillowtop mattress, down comforter and pillows, and 300-thread-count linens (non-allergenic bedding available). 375 square feet. Floors 4–17. Plasma-screen TV. Stereo system with iPod/MP3 dock. Complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. Dining niche. Spacious slate-tiled and marble bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, Kiehl's bath products. Bed Type: Short Description: Guestroom w/2 doubles Long Description: Two double platform beds with pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and 300-thread-count linens (non-allergenic bedding available). 385 square feet. Floors 4–17. Plasma-screen TV. Stereo system with iPod/MP3 dock. Complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. Dining niche. Spacious slate-tiled and marble bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, Kiehl's bath products. Bed Type: Short Description: Guestroom w/2 doubles Long Description: Two double platform beds with pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and 300-thread-count linens (non-allergenic bedding available). 385 square feet. Floors 4–17. Plasma-screen TV. Stereo system with iPod/MP3 dock. Complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. Dining niche. Spacious slate-tiled and marble bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, Kiehl's bath products. Bed Type: Short Description: Studio suite w/king Long Description: One king bed with pillowtop mattress, down comforter and pillows, and 300-thread-count linens (non-allergenic bedding available). 450 square feet. Dining area.
Plasma TV. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Stereo system with iPod/MP3 dock. Spacious slate-tiled and marble bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, Kiehl's bath products.
Bed Type: Short Description: Studio suite w/king Long Description: One king bed with pillowtop mattress, down comforter and pillows, and 300-thread-count linens (non-allergenic bedding available). 450 square feet. Dining area.
Plasma TV. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Stereo system with iPod/MP3 dock. Spacious slate-tiled and marble bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, Kiehl's bath products.
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
Star rating: 4
Check in time is 2:00 PM,
Check out time is 2:00 PM.
Area Activities
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 - The James
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.
Policies & Disclaimers
You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book.
Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed
for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access
and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled
directly between you and the property.
US & Canada:
