Hotel Blake

The Resort & Setting

Hotel Blake occupies a converted 19th-century building at 500 S Dearborn St, in the heart of Chicago's South Loop. It's part of the Bluegreen Vacations (now Hilton Grand Vacations) family, and Google reviewers rate it 4.6 out of 5 from over 2,000 visitors — praise tends to focus on the airy rooms and suites, the on-site cafe/bar, and a gym for guests who want to stick to a fitness routine while travelling. The building's heritage brickwork and tall windows give it a different feel from the glass-tower hotels more common downtown, which is part of its appeal for owners and guests alike.

The Area and Things to Do

The South Loop is one of Chicago's most walkable neighbourhoods, close to Grant Park, the Museum Campus, and the Loop's theatres, shops and architecture. Owners and renters typically use a week here as a base for exploring downtown Chicago on foot or via the nearby CTA train lines, with Lake Michigan's shoreline and the city's famous skyline views within easy reach. It suits travellers who want a central address rather than a resort compound set apart from the city — the attraction here is Chicago itself, right outside the door.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week at Hotel Blake and are ready to move on, BidMyTimeshare.com lists it as a private, owner-to-owner resale or rental — there's no broker commission, and you set your own asking price. Buyers and renters contact you directly through the listing once you've paid the one-time listing fee to get it live.

Before you set a price, it helps to know what applies to a Bluegreen resale. According to Bluegreen, resale transfers typically carry a transfer fee of about $500, and the brand holds a right of first refusal on resales, so any private sale is subject to Bluegreen declining to buy it back first. Once a sale is agreed, transfer paperwork typically takes 30–90 days to complete, according to broker sources tracking these deals.

It's also worth being upfront with buyers about what does and doesn't carry over. Owners report that a resale buyer at a Bluegreen resort can use Bonus Time only at the home resort — in this case, Hotel Blake — and does not receive Premier status. Being clear about this in your listing avoids confusion later and tends to make for a smoother transaction on both sides.

For renters, the appeal of a week here is straightforward: a well-rated, centrally located base in Chicago with hotel-style rooms and suites, without booking at full hotel rates.

Practical Notes

Because Hotel Blake is a working hotel-style property rather than a standalone resort complex, owners and renters should check with current listings or the resort directly for details like unit configurations and any seasonal variation in availability. Anyone buying resale should confirm the current annual maintenance fee and any outstanding transfer costs directly with the seller or Bluegreen before agreeing on a price, since these can change year to year.