Ambassador Gold Coast, a Member of The Chicago Hotel Collection
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $2,000 for off-peak dates, and $3,000 for peak dates
Packages
Guest capacity
Up to 500 seated guests
About this venue
Make your wedding part of a Chicago story at Ambassador Gold Coast. In the historic Gold Coast, the hotel pairs architectural character with spaces for a celebration that feels personal. Welcome guests in The Champagne Room Featuring Moët & Chandon, gather for dinner in the Ambassador Room—the former Pump Room—or explore the Terrace on Seventeen for an outdoor occasion with skyline views. From a rehearsal dinner to the wedding itself, our events team helps connect the setting, menu, beverage service and flow of the day. On-site guest rooms and suites keep loved ones close, with room-block arrangements and bridal-suite availability to explore as part of your plans. Share your date and guest count to discover the rooms suited to your celebration.
Our event spaces
The Ambassador Room
Celebrate in the former Pump Room, a Chicago dining icon
Celebrate in the former Pump Room, a Chicago dining and social landmark. On the hotel’s first floor, the Ambassador Room pairs sculptural globe lighting with a bar, restaurant seating and flexible event layouts. Bring guests together for welcoming drinks, a shared meal and meaningful toasts. Maximum capacity is 350 guests; seated capacity varies by layout. Our team will confirm the arrangement for your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 500 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Use of the Ambassador Room for your contracted event time, banquet tables and chairs, standard linens, china, glassware, and flatware. Dedicated event staff and banquet team. Access to adjacent pre-function areas for cocktail hour or guest reception. Wooden dance floor.
Champagne Room / Annex
An intimate lounge with an adjoining room behind double doors
Just off the lobby, The Champagne Room Featuring Moët & Chandon sets the scene with historic woodwork, arches, lounge seating and a built-in bar. The adjoining Champagne Room Annex offers space for dinner, dancing or a screening when included in your proposal. Formerly the Library Lounge and Screening Room. The Champagne Room has a maximum capacity of 150 guests; seated capacity varies by layout. Confirm the rooms and arrangement with our team.
Guest capacity
100-170 Seated
100-170 Standing
Square footage
2,206
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Room cost
$10,000
Sinatra Rooms
A private setting for the people closest to you
Keep the people closest to you at the center of the occasion in the Sinatra Rooms at Ambassador Gold Coast. This private setting suits an intimate rehearsal dinner or another gathering within your wedding weekend. Maximum capacity is 20 guests; seated capacity varies by layout. Plan the room arrangement, menu and beverage service with our events team.
Guest capacity
Up to 75 Seated
Up to 75 Standing
Square footage
740
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Room cost
$2,500
Astor 1 and Astor 2
Celebrate on the 17th floor, beside the terrace
Astor I and Astor II bring your celebration to the 17th floor of Ambassador Gold Coast. North-facing Astor I opens directly onto the Terrace on Seventeen; renovated Astor II offers another indoor setting. Each Astor room accommodates approximately 40 guests, with seated capacity varying by layout. Plan a rehearsal dinner or private gathering around the rooms reserved, adding the terrace when desired. Our team will confirm the rooms and arrangement.
Guest capacity
90-140 Seated
90-140 Standing
Square footage
1,878
Room cost
$8,000
The Ambassador Room
Celebrate in the former Pump Room, a Chicago dining icon
Celebrate in the former Pump Room, a Chicago dining and social landmark. On the hotel’s first floor, the Ambassador Room pairs sculptural globe lighting with a bar, restaurant seating and flexible event layouts. Bring guests together for welcoming drinks, a shared meal and meaningful toasts. Maximum capacity is 350 guests; seated capacity varies by layout. Our team will confirm the arrangement for your event.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 500 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
Use of the Ambassador Room for your contracted event time, banquet tables and chairs, standard linens, china, glassware, and flatware. Dedicated event staff and banquet team. Access to adjacent pre-function areas for cocktail hour or guest reception. Wooden dance floor.
Champagne Room / Annex
An intimate lounge with an adjoining room behind double doors
Just off the lobby, The Champagne Room Featuring Moët & Chandon sets the scene with historic woodwork, arches, lounge seating and a built-in bar. The adjoining Champagne Room Annex offers space for dinner, dancing or a screening when included in your proposal. Formerly the Library Lounge and Screening Room. The Champagne Room has a maximum capacity of 150 guests; seated capacity varies by layout. Confirm the rooms and arrangement with our team.
Guest capacity
100-170 Seated
100-170 Standing
Square footage
2,206
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Room cost
$10,000
Sinatra Rooms
A private setting for the people closest to you
Keep the people closest to you at the center of the occasion in the Sinatra Rooms at Ambassador Gold Coast. This private setting suits an intimate rehearsal dinner or another gathering within your wedding weekend. Maximum capacity is 20 guests; seated capacity varies by layout. Plan the room arrangement, menu and beverage service with our events team.
Guest capacity
Up to 75 Seated
Up to 75 Standing
Square footage
740
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Room cost
$2,500
Astor 1 and Astor 2
Celebrate on the 17th floor, beside the terrace
Astor I and Astor II bring your celebration to the 17th floor of Ambassador Gold Coast. North-facing Astor I opens directly onto the Terrace on Seventeen; renovated Astor II offers another indoor setting. Each Astor room accommodates approximately 40 guests, with seated capacity varying by layout. Plan a rehearsal dinner or private gathering around the rooms reserved, adding the terrace when desired. Our team will confirm the rooms and arrangement.
Guest capacity
90-140 Seated
90-140 Standing
Square footage
1,878
Room cost
$8,000
Ambassador Gold Coast, a Member of The Chicago Hotel Collection packages
Gold Wedding Package — $187 per person
Celebrate with a three-course plated dinner, a custom wedding cake and four hours of hosted deluxe bar service. $187 per person, plus a 25% service charge and applicable tax. Your proposal will confirm the selected space, event arrangements and any additional charges. Additional bartenders beyond the standard one per 100 guests incur extra beverage fees.
- Four passed hors d’oeuvres + sparkling wine toast
- Four-hour hosted deluxe bar
- Wine service during dinner
- Three-course plated meal
- Custom wedding cake
- Premium coffee and tea service
Diamond Package — $238 per person
Build your celebration around a three-course dinner with tableside entrée ordering, five hours of premium bar service and a late-night snack. $238 per person, plus a 25% service charge and applicable tax. Your proposal confirms the space, arrangements and additional charges. Additional bartenders beyond the standard one per 100 guests incur extra beverage fees.
- Five passed hors d’oeuvres + signature cocktail
- Five-hour hosted premium bar
- Unlimited house wine during dinner
- Three-course dinner with tableside ordering
- Custom wedding cake + one late-night snack
- Coffee and tea service
- Suite mimosas and domestic beer for up to 10
- Chiavari chairs and printed menus
Available services that can be provided by Ambassador Gold Coast, a Member of The Chicago Hotel Collection
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Limo
- Self parking - free
- Self parking - paid
- Shuttle
- Valet - free
- Valet - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- Chiavari Chairs
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Bedroom suites
- Double bed rooms
- Honeymoon suite
- Luxury suites
- Room blocks offered
- Single king rooms
- Single queen rooms
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
2 reviews
- AS
Andy S.
Excellent service
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast was an excellent choice for our wedding venue. From the first time we reached out, the communication was painless and quick - the staff was incredibly responsive and helpful in answering all of our questions. On the day of the wedding, the venue itself was spacious, elegant, and absolutely beautiful. The high ceilings, architectural details, and decor created the perfect backdrop for our special day. We and our guests were in awe of the stunning space, and it exceeded all of our expectations in terms of the quality and value. We would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking to host their wedding in a truly stunning and well-run location.
- LF
LF
Awesome!
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast was a fantastic choice for our wedding venue. From the moment we first reached out, their communication was clean, professional, and welcoming. The quality of their work and overall value was equally impressive - the space was clean, modern, and truly exciting. Throughout the planning process and on the day of our wedding, the staff provided great customer service and ensured everything ran smoothly. We are so grateful to the Chicago Hotel Collection team for helping make our special day truly unforgettable.
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