CHICAGO ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION, A HYATT HOTEL - Chicago IL 12 South Michigan Avenue 60603

12 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60603 United States

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near Exit 51e on I-94 (~1.1mi)

Near Millennium Park

9.0

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The cool thing about Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel, is its rooftop terrace with a stunning view of the city skyline.

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Free WiFi

Breakfast available (surcharge)

24-hour fitness facilities

Valet parking (surcharge)

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Reviews

"Fantastic"

We had a great time, staff were friendly and very helpful. The place is fun, super centric, the rooms are comfortable and spacious. Definitely recommend.

Melanie V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 06 to Sun Aug 09 2026 at a $297.43 average nightly rate.

"Love it"

Great Place!

Keith K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 17 to Sun Jan 18 2026 at a $229.00 average nightly rate.

"Just Perfect"

It's just beautiful, well located. Room have all the mini bar must have. The historical design and architecture is so interesting. There's also the bar in the back that you have to go see! The restaurant for breakfast was delicious.

Ludovic L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 21 to Mon Sep 22 2025 at a $252.75 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

A stay at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel places you in the heart of Chicago, steps from Grant Park and Michigan Avenue. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Millennium Park and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Chicago Riverwalk.

Grab a bite at MIdoSuji, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 240 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Haskell Building - 0.1 mi
Millennium Park - 0.1 mi
Jay Pritzker Pavilion - 0.1 mi
Chicago Cultural Center - 0.1 mi
Art Institute of Chicago - 0.1 mi
Chicago Gospel Music Festival - 0.1 mi
Worth - 0.1 mi
Symphony Center - 0.2 mi
The Loop - 0.2 mi
Taste of Chicago - 0.3 mi
Aon Center - 0.3 mi
Picasso Statue - 0.3 mi
Ford Center for the Performing Arts Oriental Theatre - 0.3 mi
Children's Memorial Hospital - 0.3 mi
Chicago Theater - 0.3 mi
Fine Arts Building - 0.3 mi
Goodman Theater - 0.3 mi
Monadnock Building - 0.3 mi
Fisher Building - 0.4 mi
Chicago Public Library (Harold Washington Library Center) - 0.4 mi
Chicago Jazz Festival - 0.4 mi
Roosevelt University - 0.4 mi
Old Colony Building - 0.4 mi
Auditorium Building and Theatre - 0.4 mi
Lollapalooza - 0.4 mi
Chicago City Hall - 0.4 mi
Theatre District - 0.4 mi
Grant Park - 0.4 mi
Chicago Blues Festival - 0.4 mi
Buckingham Fountain - 0.5 mi
Magnificent Mile - Michigan Ave - 0.5 mi
Michigan Avenue Bridge - 0.5 mi
Museum of Contemporary Photography - 0.5 mi
Wrigley Building - 0.6 mi
Civic Opera House - 0.6 mi
Willis Tower (formerly Sears) - 0.6 mi
Tribune Tower - 0.6 mi
311 South Wacker Parking - ParkChirp - 0.7 mi
Printer's Row - 0.7 mi
Merchandising Mart - 0.7 mi

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Chicago? This hotel has 17000 square feet (1579 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 7 meeting rooms.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

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 and Maggie Daley Parks to Lake Michigan- opened May 2015. But it's more than a restoration—it's a revelation. With a new greenhouse bar and terrace in the sky, a speakeasy game room like no other, 241 brand new guest rooms, 17,000 sq/ft of private meeting space and a host of discoveries throughout.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - 1:30 AM

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2015

Rooms: 241

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 241

Suites: 23

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 3

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Total Taxes: 17.40%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Groups will be required to sign a formal contract with 90% attrition & sliding scale for cancellation based on the date

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

Amenities / Features

24-hour fitness facilities
24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Arcade/game room
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Billiards or pool table
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Check In: 4:00 PM - 1:30 AM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Concierge services
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 17000
Conference space size (meters) - 1579
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator
Express check-out
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness facilities
Food and water bowls
Free WiFi
Free bicycles on site
Green Key Global
Laundry facilities
Library
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Multilingual staff
No accessible shuttle
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 7
Number of restaurants - 4
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Pets allowed
Pets allowed (no fees)
Porter/bellhop
Professional property host/manager
Rooftop terrace
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Stair-free path to entrance
Terrace
Tours/ticket assistance
Valet parking (surcharge)
Wedding services
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Green Sustainability

Airport & Shuttle Info

We are located 15-17 miles from Midway or ORD airport

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: NA

Breakfast Information

A la carte breakfast offered at Cherry Circle Room

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

We allow pets- one per room- $125.00 non refundable cleaning fee required per booking

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Pets allowed (no fees)

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Internet / WiFi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms and public spaces.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 200.00 per stay Destination fee: USD 37.96 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 50 for adults, and USD 15 to 50 for children Valet parking fee: USD 84 per night (in/out privileges) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

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Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - A popular breakfast spot known for its delicious pancakes, located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - A famous Chicago deep-dish pizza restaurant, located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Gage - A gastropub serving upscale American cuisine, located 0.2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Millennium Park - A beautiful park with iconic attractions like Cloud Gate (The Bean) and Crown Fountain, located 0.4 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Yolk - A popular breakfast spot known for its extensive menu, located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Portillo's - A Chicago institution famous for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches, located 1.1 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Girl & the Goat - A trendy restaurant offering creative small plates, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Art Institute of Chicago - One of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States, located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Stan's Donuts - A popular donut shop known for its gourmet flavors, located 0.6 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Eataly - A vibrant Italian marketplace with various dining options, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Alinea - A Michelin three-star restaurant offering a unique and innovative dining experience, located 2.3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Navy Pier - A popular tourist destination with attractions, restaurants, and stunning views of Lake Michigan, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 1:30 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel have?

There are 241 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel?

Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel?

A la carte breakfast offered at Cherry Circle Room

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms and public spaces.

Is there a gym at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. We do not have a pool

Is Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. We allow pets- one per room- $125.00 non refundable cleaning fee required per booking

Is there shuttle service at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel?

We are located 15-17 miles from Midway or ORD airport

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel.

Feel free to use the Chicago Athletic Association, a Hyatt Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Chicago event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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