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The Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel

The Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel

River North, Near North Side, Chicago

Opened 2000   $$$

“Sculpted Art Deco glamour”

Heritage Design Social
Lively
The Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel — vibe

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”

Heritage

The preserved 1929 landmark facade features Art Deco limestone bas-reliefs sculpted by Gwen Lux.

Design

Simeone Deary interiors layer emerald velvet, black marble, and custom Art Deco artwork inspired by 1930s glamour.

Social

A lively fifth-floor rooftop terrace hosts seasonal curling rinks, fire pits, and weekend cocktail tea parties.

Lively

On Rush Street along the Magnificent Mile, steps from dining and The Shops at North Bridge.

The Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel — rooms

Rooms

Interiors channel 1930s glamour with brass accents, jewel-toned upholstery, Frette linens, and spacious walk-in showers.

The Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel — backstory

Backstory

Housed in the landmark 1929 McGraw-Hill Building, the property honors sculptor Gwen Lux, who carved the exterior's mythological limestone panels.

The Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel — eat & drink

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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