The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago
Hotel · Near North Side ·
Sophisticated American restaurant, terrace bar, fitness room, business center
Sophisticated American restaurant, terrace bar, fitness room, business center
"For a playful twist high above the streets, the rooftop sets up curling, letting you try your hand at the sport with skyline views." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"The Gwen, located on the city’s famed Magnificent Mile and in the landmark McGraw-Hill building—with its 1928 facade wholly preserved—truly reflects the character of Chicago. Art Deco interiors with taupe- and gold-hued rooms emanate old-fashioned glamour and chic modernity all at once. Drinks at the rooftop bar and restaurant, Upstairs at the Gwen, is the perfect start or end to a romantic weekend. You can also book one of the special romance packages, which include things like prosecco at check-in and a rose petal turndown."
"At this October Beetlejuice-themed event, enjoy tea-infused cocktails and festive treats, including deviled egg eyeballs, sandworm spinach artichoke bite, and carrot cake mummies. Tickets are $70 to $95. Reservations are available on OpenTable." - Lisa Shames, Eater Staff
"The Gwen is named for Gwen Lux, a Chicago–born pioneering female sculptor of the 20th century and a fitting icon for the Chicago installment of Marriott’s Luxury Collection, which aims to make each hotel reflect the character of its place. The hotel, located on the city’s famed Magnificent Mile and in the landmark McGraw-Hill building—with its 1928 facade wholly preserved—does just that. Art Deco interiors with taupe- and gold-hued rooms emanate old-fashioned glamour and chic modernity all at once. The rooftop bar and restaurant, Upstairs at the Gwen, is buzzy as can be when the weather is nice, and your best shot for mingling with a crowd beyond the hotel’s typical guests on business travel." - CNT Editors
"Awarded one Michelin key as a property providing a very special stay, this Chicago Luxury Collection hotel is acknowledged for refined design, consistent service and comfort, and a character befitting its prime Michigan Avenue location." - Stacey Lastoe