"CONS: stayed in room 808. super dark, only had low lighting, which my partner and i suspect was so they could hide the stains of the room. view was of the ugly back side of the building. worst part was the ac/heater. it was cold when we were there in early may and we were told the heater wasn't working for any of the rooms, so we had to double up on blankets. had splitting headache during our first night and asked the front desk if they had tylenol (acetaminophen) which being the most basic of medications we thought they would have, but of course they didn't. husband had to do a cvs run at 2am for something they should've already had as a hotel. walls were thin that you could hear next door occupants flushing or taking a shower. lastly, very little water also came out of showerhead.
PROS: great location (within a few minutes walk to starbucks reserve, trader joe's, and most importantly to the red line), price is cheaper compared to most hotels in the area.
overall, hotel works only if your budget is tight. but if you want a truly restful vacation where you're not dreading going back to the hotel, then i'd recommend finding somewhere else to stay."
"Very nice and clean hotel. We booked this hotel at the very last minute and didn't have much time to read the fine print of everything, but in order to use the pool/hot tub you need to sign up down at the pool. It isn't an issue if there isn't many people but if it's busy you'll need to reserve a spot. It wasn't a big deal- we went down, signed our names, and went right in. It was a pretty good location for walking to different stores."
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
4/10 Poor
"The front desk staff was friendly but could not provide an explanation for the extra fees. The room wasn't as clean as expected and housekeeping never came during our stay. Also, the room was much smaller than pictured."
"I was most disappointed by the lack of room service, or any options for delivery of food to the room. The restaurant on the first floor has amazing food, but take-out must be picked up by the guest, rather than it being delivered to the room."
Searching for romantic hotels in Oakbrook Terrace?
Are you and your partner looking for a romantic holiday? Our guests also love Oakbrook Terrace for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you want to see some of the sights in Oakbrook Terrace, you might make a stop by Oakbrook Center Mall or Drury Lane Theater. If you're interested in staying near a certain attraction, you can sort properties by neighbourhood and proximity to top sights, so you'll be able to see everything on your list.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Oakbrook Terrace?
If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Oakbrook Terrace: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in Oakbrook Terrace are January, November, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 13 cm of snowfall.
What is there to do in Oakbrook Terrace?
There's nothing better than wandering around a new destination with your sweetheart, so consider checking out all there is to see and do in Oakbrook Terrace. If you're hoping to see some of the area's cultural attractions, you'll enjoy Oakbrook Terrace for its shopping, opera houses and zoo. You might consider stopping at Oakbrook Center Mall or Drury Lane Theater while you're out and about.
What's the best way to get to Oakbrook Terrace and around town during my romantic getaway?
These transportation options in Oakbrook Terrace might help your romantic getaway go off without a hitch: To get to Oakbrook Terrace, book a flight to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which is the closest major airport, located 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.