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PUBLIC Chicago

4.0 of 5
1301 North State Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610 (Formerly Ambassador East Hotel)
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Ranked #73 of 166 hotels in Chicago
4.0 of 5 stars 80 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Pump room(36)
  • Gold coast(15)
  • Magnificent mile(12)
  • Very nice(12)
  • Friendly and helpful(10)
  • Great location(10)
  • Red line(9)
  • Short walk(8)
  • Old town(8)
  • Few blocks(7)
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Joana M
Chicago, Illinois
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 NEW

I love the city of Chicago!! I decided to stay at PUBLIC Chicago after hearing so much about it through friends and some advertising. I had a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly and met all my needs. I will not lie, it wasn't a cheap stay. But it was worth every penny. More

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CatM76
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Contributor
11 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012 NEW

If you want to "see and be seen" and you like trendy, minimalist European style, this is your place. If, however, you want to be able to relax over a cocktail in the late afternoon or evening after a long day of Chicago shopping,etc., forget it. I wasn't able to get anywhere near either bar on either night so had... More

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consortium1
Miami, Florida
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

As a longtime fan of Ian Schrager's hotel properties, I was confident my stay at Public Hotel would be excellent. I was not disappointed. I arrived late at night, but the Pump Room Bar was thriving. The Le Labo candles burning throughout the lobby and common areas create an amazing olfactory experience. Checkin was quick and efficient, the staff extremely... More

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sbuxbaum
nyc,ny
Reviewer
3 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 NEW

I had stayed many many times at the Ambassador East and this was my first visit to the redone property. The remodel of the rooms was sorely needed and I believe that the new look of the rooms is very modern and comfortable. I am not a big fan of the dark hallways, but I didn't stay in the hallway.... More

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MichaelandAnne
Canberra, Australia
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20 reviews
65 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

We've stayed here a few times (4 ?). Name has changed since the last but it is the spot we'd always pick first. There are better hotels I guess - but we like this one. We stopped here first many years ago on a trip from Oz. We had a Rt 66 tour starting. Since then we've picked it as... More

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CheyenneB12
Saint Joseph, Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

I was rather excited when I got a reservation at the Public through Priceline. I recently moved from Chicago and I return weekly. So, I know the area (used to live just mere blocks away), and I'm a frequent traveler. I like modern and contemporary decor. I knew of the remodel and relaunch of the Pump House, so I was... More

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Jaime M
Cincinnati
1 review
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
3
people found this review helpful

I was a little skeptical after I got a great deal through Priceline because it seemed like one of those overly trendy too cool for school type places. And while that may have been true to some extent the staff was nothing but courteous and helpful and everything was clean. I was a bit dissapointed there was no coffee in... More

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Peter Walterspiel, General Manager at PUBLIC Chicago, responded to this review
3 February 2012

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your feedback. We look forward to having you as our guest again! Warm Regards, Peter Walterspiel General Manager More

AnonymousTraveler143
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Reviewer
4 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

I've stayed here twice now. The atmosphere is very modern and upscale. The lobby is very nice and the coffee bar is excellent. Before I go any further, Albin the bellman rocks and should get a raise and a promotion...and no, I'm not a friend or family member. Here are the downsides, none of which would keep me from returning.... More

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Peter Walterspiel, General Manager at PUBLIC Chicago, responded to this review
3 February 2012

Thank you for providing us with your feedback and for continuing to stay with us while you are in Chicago. We are pleased to hear that we have continued to provide you with an overall satisfying experience and can not wait to welcome you back. Warm Regards, Peter Walterspiel General Manager More

aforth
London
Contributor
18 reviews
14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This hotel has a lot going for it. The rooms are stylish (if a little small) and all the staff were really helpful and friendly. The lobby area and bar are full of beautiful furniture and beautiful people. One of the biggest draws is the excellent highspeed wireless internet. The business center also offers free printing; I cannot stress how... More

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Peter Walterspiel, General Manager at PUBLIC Chicago, responded to this review
3 February 2012

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and had the opportunity to utilize some of the great amenities we have to offer! We apologize for the issues you experienced with the guest room heating unit. We can guarantee that we are looking into getting this issue resolved... More

designdestinations
grand rapids
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Well, we're here at the public right now....staying for four nights. Have a room right across from the elevator. Very noisy. Waiting for morning coffee delivery.....at this point we've waited 40 minutes. My husband has to leave for his meeting with no coffee. So....if you want coffee, start early. Called about it and was told "we have a lot of... More

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Peter Walterspiel, General Manager at PUBLIC Chicago, responded to this review
27 January 2012

Thank you for letting us know about the delay in getting coffee delivered to your room. I believe we've been in communication with you about the cause of this delay and are confident that this was an isolated incident. Our Public Express concept with the promise of delivery of breakfast items in 10 minutes or less has proven extremely effective.... More

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PUBLIC Chicago Also Known As

  • Ambassador East Hotel Chicago
  • Hotel Ambassador East
  • Ambassador East Chicago
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Address: 1301 North State Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610 (Formerly Ambassador East Hotel)

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