Chicago Athletic Association

Chicago Athletic Association is an historic 1890's monument to the big-shouldered, can-do spirit that defines Chicago, transformed into an incomparable hotel with commanding views across Millennium Park and downtown Chicago...

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  • Phone

    (312) 940-3552

  • Website

    chicagoathletichotel.com

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  • Type

    Hotel

Address

12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St) Chicago , IL 60603 United States

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Comments / 54


Keywords:

scenic views rooftop game room cherry circle room millenium park comfortable rooms shuffleboard drawing room foosball spacious fireplaces books bocce bar hotel coffee meatballs brunch food staff lakes
Holger Lüdorf

Great hotel . Historical interior, cool game room/bar with excellent whiskey selection , shuffle board , pool, and foosball tables . Cozy rooms ! My new favorite.

saige

The CAA is a solid choice of hotel . Personal favourites were the tiling in the bathrooms , gorgeous view of the park , and restaurant/lounge on the reception floor (perfect for people-watching).

Josh Feinberg

Really nice hotel ! We stayed in the Millennium Suite for the weekend and it was great. The hotel 's game room was a highlight for us, as was the lobby. I will be staying there again.

Ben K.

Beautiful space, head to the lobby on the second floor and hang for a drink in the game room .

Dustin Haley

The second floor game room is perfect for groups of friends. Plenty of offerings, moderately priced drinks, and a chill vibe.

Elena

After some pool, shuffleboard or bocce , no matter what the season is you can always go and enjoy a drink on the rooftop at Cindys.

Elena

Awesome place to sit by the fireplace during the cold season. The game room is always crowded and a fun place to spend time.

Stefanie

Cool spot on Millennium Park . Several spots within for food/drinks. Skip the more formal Cherry Circle Room & head to Cindy's for great shared plates (meatballs !) and a stunning view .

Redeye Chicago

The Drawing Room on the second floor is essentially the lobby. It's great for a working breakfast with your laptop, a first date, or wine & oysters before dinner elsewhere. Read more

Kirstjen Lorenz

I love the library . Great place to have a drink and read a book on a cold winter day when you just cannot stand staying home.

DETAILS Magazine

Once a members-only club, the Chicago Athletic Association is now a smart—and unapologetically masculine—boutique hotel just steps away from Lake Michigan. Read more

PUNCH

A boutique hotel housed in a dramatic 1890s building, The Chicago Athletic Association serves top-notch cocktails from multiple bars , including “The Game Room ” (classics) and “Milk Room” (whiskey ). Read more

Vanessa Miguez

Nice options for drinks, nothing to overwhelming. Staff is super nice and welcoming. Chill relaxed environment .

Staff Picks

Chicago Athletic Association was one of the more wished for places throughout 2015’s I Want Somewhere holiday campaign. Where’s your somewhere? Enter to win a bucket list experience. Read more

Shanelle Porter

Only went here for a great photo over Millennium Park and a view of the city at Cindy's Rooftop Bar . But there is a Bar inside here as well with some comfy atmosphere.

Kindall H

An old boys club feel to this place. Also has an old classical British feel to it. Rooms are athletic themed, simple, yet comfortable . Very special place.

Vivian Ramirez

Food or cocktails here pretty standard, nothing fancy or special. The winner here is the awesome space, friendly staff , and perfect location to regroup at some point over cocktails .

Laurea de Ocampo

Get a King suite on an upper floor, do brunch at Cindy's to take in the dramatic view of Lake Michigan & Millenium Park !

Cass Grimm

absolutely stunning interior, a lot of work was put into the renovations. Check out Cindy's rooftop bar for an awe-inspiring view .

Devonta

Beautiful masculine rooms with a sporty man cave aesthetic. Amazing customer services. Thank you Nike!

Lukas Carvajal

Cindy's is the best part. If you have to wait on line , it's usually worth it. The game room is so cool for young people too!

Patrick Baskin

Great view from rooftop but cocktails aren't that special or great

Mike Nolte

A newly opened and reimagined Chicago institution. Comfortable rooms , fun bars/restaurants and lots of history to soak up.

Shawn Callahan

Everyday at 2pm there is a tour of the building. See the gym , the ballrooms , what was the swimming pool and the speakeasy bar .

Cameron Gidari

The coolest interior of any hotel I've ever been in. All of the games in the game room are free, including a full-size bocce court .

Tana Babcock

Glorious details and elegance abound! The lobby bar is kinda slow on service but the game room and Cherry Circle Room are amazing! Food was phenom!

Amy Graff

The second floor bar and game room is expansive and gorgeous - feels like stepping into a speakeasy in the Loop. Cocktails are good but food and service are only so-so.

James Holland

The cherry circle bar is fantastic. Great cocktails , and tons of games in the next room too.

Ricky Sherrill

This place renewed my outlook on what a nice hotel should be. A great staff & service made my recent stay enjoyable.

Jes Nijjer

Drinks at the drawing room are excellent, go for the Frozen or Collins. Great spot for a first date.

Chris Phenner

Commanding Rooftop View of Millenium Park & Lake

Andrew S

Old school charm, incredible gym and a shake shack. What more do you need?

matt pacyga

Amazing place to stay even if you have the kiddos with you ;)

Jonathan Zuckerbrod

Great hotel . Super fun bar scene

Angie Osmanski

Love the bars here!! Sports bar on the 2nd floor and a great rooftop bar

Betty Victoria

Awesome hotel ! You eill love the view and staff is really great!

Julian Miller

The best hotel in Chicago. A true gem in the city .

Alberto J S Moreau D

Good hotel to stay, excellent location

Matthew Breuer

beautiful venue and phenomenal space

Ilia Fishbein

Great hotel ! Comfortable rooms , awesome service

Shannon Jeropke

The rooftop views from here are stunning!

R N

Great place to get formal or informal drinks...

Cam Goldade

Best rooftop ! Line to get up moves fast!

Oriana

Great drinks. Good atmosphere.

Tunde A

great place to workout. treadmills are dope.

heathr gold

Mixed place. Just Gorgeous. Not the best for biz travel. Reg rooms have no bath, tricky doors. A few things didn't work.

Cécile

Gorgeous place.

Kristen R

Great place to eat, drink, and play!

Amy Robertson

Simply a gorgeous place

Tyler

Fit for a very classy evening.

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Burgers are amazing - shack burger are just perfect, love the smokeshack burger as well. Love the fries and concretes along side burgers - Subhro M

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Wonderful for family and friends! Low key or fancy picnics. Everything goes???? - Pamela Steele