What the rate includes — and what will cost extra at Chicago Athletic Association
Room rates at Chicago Athletic Association cover your guest room or suite, daily housekeeping, complimentary standard Wi‑Fi, access to the 24‑hour fitness center, and most lobby/common‑space amenities. Expect additional mandatory or optional charges on top of the nightly rate — notably a nightly Destination Fee, valet parking, specialty dining (including Midōsuji's omakase), and a refundable incidental deposit.
In this guide
- What the base rate covers
- The nightly Destination Fee (what it is and what it pays for)
- Common extra charges and mandatory incidentals
- Dining and bar costs that are not covered by the room rate
- Pets, accessibility and special requests — what may cost extra or require forms
- Event spaces, meetings and wedding extras
- Check‑in/check‑out, age rules and how they affect charges
What the base rate covers
The nightly room rate pays for your reserved room or suite (one of the listed room types such as Room, 1 King Bed; Room, 2 Double Beds; Junior Suite (Millennium View); etc.), standard in‑room amenities and daily housekeeping.
Standard complimentary Wi‑Fi is included with every booking, and guests have access to the hotel's 24‑hour fitness facility and common spaces like the Drawing Room and the Game Room (subject to each venue’s hours and policies).
- Guest room or suite and daily housekeeping
- Complimentary standard Wi‑Fi
- Access to the 24‑hour fitness center
- Use of public areas: Drawing Room, Game Room, lobby spaces
| Included item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Standard Wi‑Fi | Complimentary in every room |
| Fitness center | 24‑hour access; personal training available on request |
| Common spaces | Bars, restaurants and game areas open on their own schedules |
The nightly Destination Fee (what it is and what it pays for)
A nightly Destination Fee is charged in addition to the room rate. The fee amount listed on the hotel's site is $31.96 per night (subject to change).
According to the hotel, the Destination Fee covers items such as specialty coffee, premium Wi‑Fi, seasonal Heritage Bicycle borrowing, first access to hotel events, and select local partner discounts.
- Specialty coffee (specific outlets/hours governed by venue)
- Premium Wi‑Fi (above standard complimentary tier)
- Seasonal Heritage Bicycle borrowing (spring/summer, weather permitting)
- First access to some hotel events and partner discounts
| Destination Fee item | Included? |
|---|---|
| Premium Wi‑Fi | Yes (per hotel information) |
| Heritage Bicycles (seasonal) | Yes, when available |
| Specialty coffee | Yes (at select outlets) |
Common extra charges and mandatory incidentals
Several charges and deposits are commonly billed on top of the nightly room rate. Confirm amounts at booking or check‑in because policies and rates can change.
The hotel collects a refundable incidental deposit per stay and charges for valet parking and other optional services.
- Refundable incidental deposit: a $200 deposit per stay is collected by the property (listed on third‑party booking sites).
- Valet parking: $84.00 per night with unlimited in/out privileges at the off‑site lot (71 E Madison); short‑term validated parking for restaurant patrons is offered at a reduced rate.
- Paid activities or extras such as private training sessions in the fitness center, event rentals, and the Topgolf Swing Suite.
| Item | Typical cost / note |
|---|---|
| Refundable deposit | $200 per stay (collected at property; third‑party listing) |
| Valet parking | $84.00 per night (71 E Madison; unlimited in/out) |
| Restaurant validation | Discounted validated parking rates for dining patrons (short term) |
Dining and bar costs that are not covered by the room rate
Meals, drinks and special dining experiences are not included in the room rate unless you purchase a package that specifically states otherwise. The hotel hosts multiple venues with separate menus and pricing.
Some notable examples: Cindy's rooftop and The Ives are full‑service restaurants with à la carte pricing; Midōsuji is an intimate eight‑seat handroll/omakase bar with a set‑price tasting menu.
- Midōsuji omakase: the tasting menu is priced at $195 per person, with an optional drink pairing (reported as $105).
- Cindy's rooftop and The Ives charge à la carte prices; hours and dress codes vary by venue.
- Shake Shack and Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea operate on site as separate quick‑service outlets.
| Venue | Typical paid item / note |
|---|---|
| Midōsuji | $195 per person omakase (optional drink pairing extra) |
| The Ives | À la carte dinner menu; Smart Casual dress code |
| Shake Shack / Fairgrounds | Quick‑service purchases (separate charges) |
Pets, accessibility and special requests — what may cost extra or require forms
The hotel is pet‑friendly and allows up to two pets per room; guests must sign an animal waiver at check‑in. Third‑party listings report no additional pet fee, but policies may vary — confirm when you reserve.
Accessible rooms are available; they include roll‑in showers, wider doorways and other accessibility features. Specific accessible‑room requests should be made in advance and can affect availability.
- Pet policy: up to two pets per room; animal waiver required; service animals exempt from restrictions.
- Accessible rooms: roll‑in showers, 32‑inch doorways, Braille signage and TTY kits on request.
- Special requests (cribs, extra amenities): the hotel reports no extra beds are available — plan around standard bedding configurations.
| Request / policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Pets | Waiver at check‑in; max two per room; no pets in restaurants/bars |
| Accessible rooms | Available — request in advance |
| Extra beds | Not available at the property |
Event spaces, meetings and wedding extras
Event and meeting spaces are billed separately from room rates. Chicago Athletic Association offers 17,000 square feet of event space across ballrooms and unique venues (White City Ballroom, Madison Ballroom, Stagg Court, The Tank and others).
Weddings and larger events often include add‑on charges: catering, room rentals, audio/visual, and tasting fees when applicable. The hotel offers a preview wedding tasting for events with at least 100 guests and a courtesy room block for in‑house weddings.
- White City Ballroom: 3,580 sq ft; reception capacity 400, seated capacity 230.
- Stagg Court: historic basketball court, various seating layouts; reception capacity up to 500.
- The Tank and Madison Ballroom: separate rental and catering pricing (confirm with sales team).
| Event space | Notable capacity |
|---|---|
| White City Ballroom | Reception 400 / Seated 230 |
| Stagg Court | Reception up to 500; multiple seating formats |
| Madison Ballroom | Reception 260 / Seated 150 |
Check‑in/check‑out, age rules and how they affect charges
Standard check‑in begins at 3:00 PM and check‑out is requested by 12:00 PM (noon). Mobile check‑in and contactless mobile keys are available via the World of Hyatt app.
The hotel enforces a strict minimum check‑in age of 21 for the primary guest on every reservation; this is a property policy and applies to all bookings. Always confirm the primary guest meets this requirement to avoid denied check‑in or extra administrative steps.
- Check‑in: from 3:00 PM; mobile keys available
- Check‑out: requested by 12:00 PM (noon)
- Minimum check‑in age: 21 for the primary guest
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check‑in time | 3:00 PM |
| Check‑out time | 12:00 PM (noon) |
| Minimum age | 21 to check in as primary guest |
