In-Depth Review of The St. Regis Chicago - AFAR

"Towering over Chicago’s skyline, this undulating 101‑story glass-and-silver tower — the world’s tallest building designed by a woman, architect Jeanne Gang — is a nearly $1 billion architectural statement that doubles as a high‑end, family- and pet‑friendly refuge. Guests enjoy panoramic city, lake, and river views, direct access to the Riverwalk, personalized butler service even in entry‑level rooms, and indulgent wellness offerings including a seven‑room spa with signature treatments (such as the Profound Hydration facial), an indoor pool with terrace, and a 12,000‑square‑foot fitness center with extensive yoga and Pilates classes. The 192 rooms, designed by Gensler and KTGY, favor understated elegance — warm coppers, rust tones and geometric accents balanced with calming grays and blues — with floor‑to‑ceiling windows and luxury bathrooms; suites add features like circular soaking tubs and separate powder rooms. On-site dining and drinking range from a modern‑Japanese terrace favorite to a Tuscan‑inspired restaurant by Los Angeles chef Evan Funke, and service is personal yet refreshingly casual, with staff empowered to accommodate special requests. The property exceeds ADA standards, emphasizes sustainability (no single‑use plastics, refillable amenities, EV charging), and its Lakeshore East location keeps guests close to the Riverwalk, Millennium Park, the Art Institute, and downtown attractions." - Heidi Mitchell