Freehand Chicago
River North, Near North Side, Chicago
“Bohemian Art Deco clubhouse”
Vibe
Rich sapele woodwork, fireplace glow, and woven textiles give the communal lobby the warmth of a bohemian Midwestern living room.
“Bohemian Art Deco clubhouse”
A lively lobby hangout anchored by craft cocktails at Broken Shaker and daytime specialty coffee.
Layered Roman and Williams interiors featuring rich sapele woodwork, custom textiles, and glazed Lake Michigan tiles.
A restored 1927 classic Art Deco building in River North, formerly known as the Tokyo Hotel.
In River North, two blocks from Michigan Avenue shopping and steps from Grand station nightlife.
Rooms
Midwestern craftsmanship shines through custom millwork, woven tapestries, and glazed green tiles echoing the deep tones of Lake Michigan.
Backstory
Roman and Williams transformed this 1927 Art Deco landmark, once the notorious Tokyo Hotel, into a spirited creative haven.
Eat & drink
Broken Shaker pairs botanical craft cocktails with street-food bites, while the lobby café pours specialty Nicaraguan coffee by day.
The neighborhood
Set in vibrant River North, you are two blocks from Michigan Avenue shopping and steps from late-night cocktail haunts.
The app
Hotel Please was drawn for the phone in your hand — and this is the flat version of it.