The James Hotel
Venue Description
Experience The James' inspired event spaces, with state-of-the-art equipment; creative menus courtesy of David Burke's Primehouse; and expert concierge services tailored to any event. Customize our 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space to accommodate 10 to 300 guests. The unique ballroom boasts 14-foot ceilings, skylights, and a beautiful built-in bar. Incorporate signature event elements, such as a wine tasting in the James Club, or create a lounge atmosphere in our library.
Buzz
A flexible 7,000-square-foot space—with natural lighting; warm, modern design; state-of-the-art audiovisual technology; and complimentary Wi-Fi—it facilitates memorable meetings and functions for groups of as many as 300.
Memorable Moments
The James Chicago opened in 2006 as a stylish alternative for the contemporary leisure or business traveler. The hotel was named to Condé Nast Traveler’s Hot List and Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best awards.
Clients
Nike, IPG, Burberry, NARS Cosmetics
Awards
One of “The World’s Best Hotels” by Travel + Leisure
One of the “Top 10 Sexiest Hotels in the U.S.” by TripAdvisor
Travel Weekly Gold Magellan Award Winner- Lobby/Common Space Design
Illinois Meetings & Events Best Hotel
David Burke’s Primehouse named “1 Steakhouse in Chicago” by Chicago magazine
Partners
David Burke’s Primehouse
Buzz
A flexible 7,000-square-foot space—with natural lighting; warm, modern design; state-of-the-art audiovisual technology; and complimentary Wi-Fi—it facilitates memorable meetings and functions for groups of as many as 300.
Memorable Moments
The James Chicago opened in 2006 as a stylish alternative for the contemporary leisure or business traveler. The hotel was named to Condé Nast Traveler’s Hot List and Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best awards.
Clients
Nike, IPG, Burberry, NARS Cosmetics
Awards
One of “The World’s Best Hotels” by Travel + Leisure
One of the “Top 10 Sexiest Hotels in the U.S.” by TripAdvisor
Travel Weekly Gold Magellan Award Winner- Lobby/Common Space Design
Illinois Meetings & Events Best Hotel
David Burke’s Primehouse named “1 Steakhouse in Chicago” by Chicago magazine
Partners
David Burke’s Primehouse
Spaces
Burke’s Dining Room
Area: 316
Max. capacity (standing): 20
Max. capacity (seated): 20
Den
Area: 600
Max. capacity (standing): 40
Max. capacity (seated): 30
Dining Room
Area: 1,200
Max. capacity (standing): 70
Max. capacity (seated): 50
Great Room
Area: 2,500
Min. capacity: 143
Max. capacity (standing): 300
Max. capacity (seated): 190
Library
Area: 1,000
Max. capacity (standing): 50
Max. capacity (seated): 40
The Boardroom
Area: 450
Max. capacity (standing): 15
The Studio
Area: 450
Max. capacity (standing): 50
Max. capacity (seated): 40
Markets
Chicago
Categories
Address
55 East Ontario St.
60611
Chicago, IL
United States
