The James

Spacious suites one block from North Michigan Avenue

Hotel prices and availability

Map showing The James

Dining at the The James

David Burke''s Primehouse - Modern interpretation of classic American steakhouse. Meats are handpicked from Creekstone Farms in Kentucky and dry-aged on the premises in a salt-tiled aging room. Highlights include the Spicy Angry Lobster, 14-ounce, dry-aged New York Sirloin, 3-minute Filet Mignon unrolled with arugula and tomatoes, and Petite Filet Mignon and Lobster Steak.

J Bar - Signature cocktails served in an intimate setting. The design incorporates plasma screens displaying video as art.

Attractions near this hotel

North Michigan Avenue/Magnificent Mile - 0.5 block
John Hancock Building - 4 blocks
Navy Pier - 4 blocks
Museum of Contemporary Art - 4 blocks
Historic Water Tower – 4 blocks
Chicago Loop - 4 blocks
American Girl Place – 4 blocks
Oak Street shopping – 0.5 miles
Tribune Tower – 0.5 miles
Wrigley Building – 0.5 miles
Lakefront running path – 1 mile
Oak Street beach – 1 mile
River North Gallery district – 1 mile
Sears Tower - 1 mile
Merchandise Mart - 1 mile
Museum Campus - 2 miles
Millennium Park - 2.5 miles
Lincoln Park Boat Club - 2.5 miles
McCormick Place - 4.5 miles
Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course – 5 miles
Wrigley Field – 5 miles
Comiskey Park – 7 miles
Getting there: Taxis ($16–$25 from Midway; $35–$40 from O''Hare, subject to change) and airport shuttles ($16–$25, subject to change) are the most convenient ways to reach the hotel. Limousine service is about $100 (subject to change). For those traveling lightly, public transportation is an option and costs less than $5 (subject to change).

Travelers taking the train from O''Hare ride the blue line to Washington & Dearborn and then receive a free transfer to the red line. From the red line, they exit at Grand and walk one block north and two blocks east to the hotel. From Midway, travelers take the orange line to Roosevelt, receive a free transfer to the red line, and continue to the exit at Grand.

O’Hare International Airport (ORD): Approximate driving time to The James is 27 minutes and distance is 18.25 miles.

Driving directions from O’Hare International Airport: Start out going northeast. Merge onto I-90 East toward Chicago Loop. I-90 East becomes Kennedy Expressway. Take the East Ohio Street Exit (#50B). Stay straight to go onto West Ohio Street. Turn left onto North Rush Street, then left onto East Ontario Street. The James is on the left side.

Chicago Midway Airport (MDW): Approximate driving time to The James is 25 minutes and distance is 13 miles.

Driving directions from Chicago Midway Airport: Head north on SR-50/S Cicero Ave. Continue to I-55 and head northbound. Head west on I-90/Ryan Expwy. Exit onto Ohio St. Turn left onto N Rush St and proceed to the hotel.

Getting around: There are many stores, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance of the hotel. Public transportation (less than $5) and taxis are also convenient for navigating the downtown area. Fee(s) subject to change without notice. Rental cars are not practical due to heavy traffic and the high cost of parking.

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