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Chicago Athletic Association
Hotel
The Loop, Chicago
The folks at Bon Appetit Magazine and Redeye Chicago like this place. Would you agree?
"great rooftop bar"(4 Tips)
"kinda slow on service but the game room and Cherry Circle Room"(2 Tips)
"... bars, including “The Game Room” (classics) and “Milk Room” (whiskey)."(9 Tips)
"Comfortable rooms, awesome service"(2 Tips)
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Holger LüdorfFebruary 18, 2016Great hotel. Historical interior, cool game room/bar with excellent whiskey selection, shuffle board, pool, and foosball tables. Cozy rooms! My new favorite.
saigeOctober 31, 2018The 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 FeinbergFebruary 6, 2016Really 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.September 6, 2016Beautiful space, head to the lobby on the second floor and hang for a drink in the game room.
Dustin HaleyApril 5, 2016The second floor game room is perfect for groups of friends. Plenty of offerings, moderately priced drinks, and a chill vibe.
ElenaMay 23, 2016After some pool, shuffleboard or bocce, no matter what the season is you can always go and enjoy a drink on the rooftop at Cindys.
- ElenaMay 23, 2016Awesome place to sit by the fireplace during the cold season. The game room is always crowded and a fun place to spend time.
StefanieNovember 26, 2015Cool 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 ChicagoJune 25, 2015The 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
DETAILS MagazineNovember 10, 2015Once 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
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.
Vanessa MiguezMarch 17, 2016Nice options for drinks, nothing to overwhelming. Staff is super nice and welcoming. Chill relaxed environment.
Staff PicksDecember 7, 2016Chicago 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 PorterApril 26, 2017Only 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 HNovember 9, 2016An 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 RamirezNovember 13, 2016Food 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 OcampoOctober 19, 2015Get a King suite on an upper floor, do brunch at Cindy's to take in the dramatic view of Lake Michigan & Millenium Park!
Cass GrimmOctober 16, 2016absolutely stunning interior, a lot of work was put into the renovations. Check out Cindy's rooftop bar for an awe-inspiring view.
DevontaDecember 13, 2015Beautiful masculine rooms with a sporty man cave aesthetic. Amazing customer services. Thank you Nike!
- Lukas CarvajalApril 10, 2017Cindy'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!
Mike NolteJune 7, 2015A newly opened and reimagined Chicago institution. Comfortable rooms, fun bars/restaurants and lots of history to soak up.
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 GidariAugust 9, 2017The 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.- 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 GraffJanuary 20, 2017The 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 HollandJune 3, 2018The cherry circle bar is fantastic. Great cocktails, and tons of games in the next room too.
Ricky SherrillNovember 30, 2015This place renewed my outlook on what a nice hotel should be. A great staff & service made my recent stay enjoyable.
Jes NijjerOctober 5, 2015Drinks at the drawing room are excellent, go for the Frozen or Collins. Great spot for a first date.
- Angie OsmanskiJanuary 16, 2016Love the bars here!! Sports bar on the 2nd floor and a great rooftop bar
heathr goldJanuary 13, 2017Mixed place. Just Gorgeous. Not the best for biz travel. Reg rooms have no bath, tricky doors. A few things didn't work.
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Chicago Athletic Association
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St)
Chicago, IL 60603
United States
Chicago, IL 60603
United States
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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- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(312) 940-3552
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- 9.0
"A lake facing couch table for a splendid view, the fabulous farm to table plant-forward fare, & THE SERVICE. Charred Rabe + Hummus and the Baby Beet Toast exploded with flavor and texture. 👍🏼brunch"
Ami H. - 7.8
"Burgers are amazing - shack burger are just perfect, love the smokeshack burger as well. Love the fries and concretes along side burgers"
Subhro M - 8.7
"Such a chill bar!! Bocce ball, pool, shuffleboard, and lots of space!"
Kevin T
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"Super comfortable beds & accommodating staff. Much appreciated the early check-in and their standard 12p check-out is wonderfully leisurely. Unfortunate view out our riverside windows tho, wompwomp."
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"The picante was the best tequila drink I have ever had."
Sarah K. Quinn - 9.1
"stunning rooms with amazing river views. perfect for blocking off a group together and getting ready before a wedding"
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