The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago - Your Boutique Escape in Chicago

The Gwen sits on Michigan Avenue with an enclosed connection to The Shops at North Bridge, allowing guests to enter Nordstrom and over 50 stores without stepping outside. Navy Pier is 1 mile away, and Millennium Park is less than a mile from the hotel. The Theatre District is also within a 1-mile walk, giving guests direct access to Chicago's major entertainment venues.

Each room uses custom décor inspired by signature sculptures found throughout the hotel, reflecting the building's Art Deco heritage. Accommodations include a 65-inch flat-screen TV, a fully-stocked minibar, and custom luxury bath amenities. The hotel's design emphasizes historical significance, with public spaces that reference the original 1920s architecture.

Upstairs at the Gwen is a rooftop restaurant and bar offering panoramic views of the city skyline, with fireside seating and custom cocktails. The hotel hosts a Tipsy Tea Party, a seated afternoon tea with bottomless sparkling wine and a DJ. The lobby bar serves bar food and inspired drinks, and the outdoor terrace features fire pits and heat warmers for year-round use.

The fitness center spans over 2,000 square feet and includes free weights, cardio machines, strength training equipment, and yoga gear, with fresh apples and bottled water provided. Guests can borrow complimentary bicycles to explore the city. A 24-hour business centre and over 15,000 square feet of flexible event space are available for business travelers.

The Gwen welcomes dogs up to 40 pounds, making it a pet-friendly option on Michigan Avenue. The hotel provides wheelchair-accessible rooms with features such as lowered bathroom sinks, raised toilets, and grab rails. Visual aids including Braille and tactile signs support guests with visual impairments.

Location: Enclosed access to The Shops at North Bridge

Dining: Rooftop restaurant Upstairs at the Gwen

Rooms: Art Deco-inspired design with custom sculpture décor

Wellness: 2,000 sq ft fitness center with yoga equipment

Pet Policy: Dogs allowed up to 40 lbs

Business: 15,000+ sq ft flexible event space

Entertainment: Tipsy Tea Party with bottomless sparkling wine