Location. Located in the Chicago (Ill.) Loop business and financial district on Michigan Avenue, the Chicago Athletic Association is across from Millennium Park and one block from the Art Institute of Chicago and Jewelers Row. The Chicago Cultural Center and Symphony Orchestra are two blocks from the hotel. Within five blocks is the Richard J. Daley Center. Hotel Features. Originally owned by William Wrigley Jr. of the famed Wrigley Building and Chicago Cubs team, the hotel boasts statues and marble columns aligning the lobby path of mosaic tile designs leading to a baroque-style restaurant, Main Dining Room. The Room overlooks Millennium Park, Lake Michigan and Labor Day fireworks at Navy Pier. The neighboring Cherry Circle Bar features a collection of paintings by recognized artists and an arcade game and pool table. The poolside café permits athletic attire. Meeting rooms offer event catering services, and photocopy and fax services are available upon request. Recreational amenities include an indoor pool, spa tub, sauna and steam room.

Guestrooms. Chicago Athletic Association guestrooms feature cable television, wireless Internet access and desks with ergonomic chairs. Private bathrooms include vanity space and complimentary toiletries. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

Hotel Expert's Tip. Searching for a life-sized fitness facility and hotel in one? Look no further than the Chicago Athletic Association. Built in 1890 for era Olympians, the hotel features a 24-hour fitness center with indoor running track, boxing ring, fencing arena, sports courts and golfing center.

Room Types:

Queen Guest Room:   One queen bed. Limited city or street view. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Clock radio. Cable TV. Voice mail. Refrigerator in some rooms. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.

2 Twins Guest Room:   Two twin beds. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Clock radio. Cable TV. Voice mail. Refrigerator in some rooms. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.

1 Full-Sized Bed :   One double bed. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Clock radio. Cable TV. Voice mail. Refrigerator in some rooms. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Air conditioning.

Driving Directions: From Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): Approximate distance to the hotel is 17 miles.

Take I-190 East to I-90 East. Exit 51C/East Washington Boulevard and turn left. Turn right on Michigan Avenue. The hotel is located straight ahead.