New Eastside Chicago, Illinois
Renovated
2012
Price
$$
Rated for
Wellness Classic DesignOutside the door
The house
AccorTriangular glass outpost
A glass high-rise on the Chicago River delivers geometric sightlines and panoramic views stretching across Lake Michigan.
What it’s good at
Notable
A 43rd-floor penthouse fitness center features panoramic Lake Michigan views, Precor cardio gear, and guided morning runs.
Notable
A 1988 riverfront fixture hosting banquets in the Zurich Ballroom and large downtown conventions across multi-level event spaces.
Listed
Harry Weese's triangular glass silhouette frames wide Lake Michigan vistas, orienting guest rooms toward abundant natural daylight.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on Upper Wacker Drive, the property places you steps from the Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, and Magnificent Mile shopping.
The rooms
Light-filled layouts feature oversized desks and bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers, oriented toward the river or lake.
The gym
The 43rd-floor fitness center looks out over Lake Michigan, outfitted with cardio gear, strength machines, and a training cage.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
The Palm
The classic steakhouse serves prime aged beef, jumbo lobster, and Italian dishes beside a glass-encased wine cellar.
At the table
Amuse serves signature cocktails and small plates beneath a soaring atrium and a colorful Chicago skyline mural.
How it began
Architect Harry Weese devised the tower's triangular geometry in 1988 to carve out clear sightlines between neighboring downtown skyscrapers.
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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.