Chicago, IllinoisChicago Loop
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
Riverside rooftop perch
Chicago Loop Chicago, Illinois
Renovated
2016
Price
$$
Rated for
Social Design LocalOutside the door
The house
MarriottRiverside rooftop perch
A high-energy Loop hub centered around its third-floor terrace bar, drawing lively evening crowds above the Chicago River.
What it’s good at
Listed
Lobby spaces spotlight homegrown Chicago art installations alongside regional brewery taps.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
the hotel does its best to embody all the high energy the Loop is known for with fascinating art installations in the lobby, a popular rooftop bar called Raised, and even an indoor pool.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set at State and Wacker, the riverfront location puts the Chicago Theatre, the Riverwalk, and architectural boat tours at your doorstep.
The rooms
Rooms feature understated contemporary furnishings and views stretching toward the downtown skyline or the active river corridor below.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated indoor pool sits beneath a pyramid skylight, flanked by cushioned loungers and potted ficus trees.
The gym
The 24-hour fitness center places cardio machines and free weights along wide windows overlooking downtown Chicago.
Dogs stay too.
Bar
Lobby Lounge
Framed portraits wrap around the central bar pillar, where drinks are poured under a chalkboard script ceiling.
At the table
Staytion Market and Bar serves morning coffee and casual plates beside long tufted banquettes facing the street.
How it began
Opened in 1991 as the Stouffer Riviere Hotel, the property underwent a redesign incorporating vintage transit elements and local artwork.
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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.