I stayed at the Blackstone A Renaissance Hotel for two nights for a short getaway. The plan was to do a little sightseeing, shop, and visit Harpo Studios as an audience member =). The hotel is lovely. The building is just breathtaking (though the interior is a bit too modern and does clash). The rooms were a very nice size... more

I was blown away by this hotel. It was absolutely gorgeous! My taxi driver commented (and I'm not sure if this is true or not) that the hotel was completely remodeled a few years ago, which initially made me feel a bit skeptical. But once I walked into the lobby, I knew I liked the place. I really liked the... more

I stayed at the Blackstone for 5 nights during October. Overall, I was pleased with the hotel. The staff are friendly and the facilities still look fairly new. The décor did not bowl me over (not to my taste) but it was clean and that's the main thing The room faced the park and lake, so it was nice to... more

My husband and I celebrated our 1-year anniversary in Chicago. I got him tickets to the Bears-Browns game on Nov. 1st. I booked the Blackstone because it was convenient to Soldier's Field. On a previous trip to Chicago, I stayed up at River North and I really liked it there. The locaion on S. Michigan ave is great for South... more

We stayed in late October while in Chicago for a wedding. The staff here is excellent, very service oriented and very friendly. We had a city view room on the 19th floor. The rooms are very clean and have cool contemporary look, glass walled showers, etc. The bedding is luxurious. Nice flat screen TV, etc. What really made them standout... more

Just spent three days and two nights at this lovely hotel and practically had to pry the two children (6 and 10) out with a crowbar. The staff was welcoming and gracious, the room was large and beautiful and the fireworks from Navy Pier both nights pretty much ensured we would always pick a lakeside room. I have paid the... more

This is an older hotel that has been refurbished. Staff works hard to provide outstanding service. Rooms were nice but small compared to more modern hotels. Very close to Field Museum, Shed Aquarium, etc. Good for couples! Glad my kids stayed at home. more

Great hotel and the service was out of this world. Great workout facilities, excellent location near parks, clean, rooms with character. Here was the clincher for me....my wife and I went out running in the morning. Walking in the door, the front desk person - Jordan, asked us to hold for a minute. He then ran and got us ice... more

Typical or classic Renaissance hotel. Refurbed older property. Lobby a little dark common for older property. But room was great, clean and modern. Bathroom was also large. Inroom iPod radio a plus. This is what I expect from this chain. Friendly front desk. Unique bar in basement was very cool. Good value for business but for tourists it is a... more