The collection
18 hotels
The St. Regis Chicago
“Sculptural riverfront landmark”
Hotel Zachary, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
“Wrigleyville architectural clubhouse”
The Gwen
“Sculpted Deco revival”
The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection
“Skyline private club sanctum”
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
“Skyline atrium haven”
The Talbott, Autograph Collection
“Gold Coast Georgian bolthole”
JW Marriott Chicago
“Burnham banking quarters”
The Blackstone Autograph Collection
“Presidential Beaux-Arts showpiece”
Hotel Chicago Downtown, Autograph Collection
“Modernist riverfront lodgings”
Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection
“Art-and-science showcase”
Le Méridien Essex Chicago
“Mid-century parkside address”
Moxy Chicago Downtown
“Playful River North crashpad”
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
“Riverside rooftop perch”
THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
“Beaux-Arts Loop hall”
Marriott Marquis Chicago
“Towering convention showpiece”
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
“High-rise residential hangout”
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
“Riverfront convention stalwart”
The Westin Chicago River North
“Riverfront terrace perch”
Our shorthand
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Gold. Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver. Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze. They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed. A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
Design. Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe. Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local. It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Heritage. A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness. You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic. The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort. A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.