Ambassador Chicago, JDV by Hyatt vs W Chicago - Lakeshore
Both properties are praised by expert writers. On balance, Ambassador Chicago ranks significantly better than W Chicago - Lakeshore. Ambassador Chicago comes in at 87 with approval from 14 reviews such as Gayot, goop and Travel + Leisure.
Ambassador Chicago, JDV by Hyatt
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1301 North State Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610
From $146 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"The arrival of Ian Schrager's latest hotel breathes new life into the Gold Coast landmark Ambassador Hotel and brings style to the masses."
Fodor's
"What was once the slightly faded Ambassador East is now hip and sleek; the location's as stellar as always."
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Jetsetter
"A streamlined, sophisticated reno of a Neo-Georgian Gold Coast landmark by boutique hotel veteran Ian Schrager."
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Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"A renovated 285-room hotel in a prime Gold Coast location, a short walk from Lake Michigan and the Magnificent Mile."
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Gayot
"These days, its new role is to redefine not only Chicago's hotel scene, but the boutique hotel world --- at least, that's what hotelier Ian Schrager set out to do when he took over."
W Chicago - Lakeshore
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644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
From $112 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This property promotes itself as a hip boutique hotel and attracts a relatively young clientele, but sophisticated travelers might feel like it's trying too hard."
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Fodor's
"Overlooking Lake Michigan and Navy Pier, this sleek, high-energy hotel has guest rooms with modern, clean design and an elegant neutral palette."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The 520-room W Chicago - Lakeshore delivers the chic decor you'd expect from a W, and the impressive features."
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Time Out
"The city’s second W hotel has come a long way from its previous incarnation as a Days Inn. The hotel has a sleek, casually expensive décor."
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Star Service
"A clubby verion of its Westin sibs in town, this sexy business hotel also works its magic on couples and fashionable singles that call this their home Friday-Sunday."
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