The James Chicago is located one mile from downtown Chicago, 14 miles from Chicago Midway Airport, and 18 miles from O'Hare International Airport. Local attractions include the Sears Tower, approximately one and one-half miles away, and the Magnificent Mile, located a few blocks from the property.
Hotel amenities include a restaurant, bar, 24-hour front desk, tour assistance, fitness center, spa, and massages.
Guest rooms feature plasma TVs, movies on-demand, stereos with mp3 player compatibility, toiletries, free wireless Internet access, bathrobes and slippers, climate control, and newspapers.