The Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel
River North, Near North Side, Chicago
“Sculpted Art Deco glamour”
Vibe
Polished Art Deco elegance greets guests in the lobby with emerald velvet, black marble, and an ambient champagne vending machine.
“Sculpted Art Deco glamour”
The preserved 1929 landmark facade features Art Deco limestone bas-reliefs sculpted by Gwen Lux.
Simeone Deary interiors layer emerald velvet, black marble, and custom Art Deco artwork inspired by 1930s glamour.
A lively fifth-floor rooftop terrace hosts seasonal curling rinks, fire pits, and weekend cocktail tea parties.
On Rush Street along the Magnificent Mile, steps from dining and The Shops at North Bridge.
Rooms
Interiors channel 1930s glamour with brass accents, jewel-toned upholstery, Frette linens, and spacious walk-in showers.
Backstory
Housed in the landmark 1929 McGraw-Hill Building, the property honors sculptor Gwen Lux, who carved the exterior's mythological limestone panels.
Eat & drink
The fifth-floor rooftop lounge serves American fare and craft cocktails around fire pits, transforming into a curling rink come winter.
The neighborhood
Set on Rush Street steps from the Magnificent Mile, the property offers direct enclosed access to upscale retail at North Bridge.
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