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The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near Michigan Avenue

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
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On Michigan Avenue, The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel offers an elegant retreat with two on-site restaurants serving Mediterranean cuisine and al fresco dining. Take in the city views from the rooftop terrace or stroll through the garden; with a 24-hour gym and helpful staff nearby.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$454 nightly
The total price is $533
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace | Living area | 65-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Terrace | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Living area | 65-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
521 North Rush Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Millennium Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Navy Pier - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 45 min drive
  • Chicago 18th Street Station - 4 min drive
  • Millennium Station - 11 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 21 min walk
  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 3 min walk
  • Chicago Station (Red Line) - 10 min walk
  • State Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shops at North Bridge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Upstairs at The Gwen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Purple Pig - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lao Sze Chuan Restaurant - Downtown/Michigan Ave - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Michigan Avenue. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Kostali, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Grand Station (Red Line) is 3 minutes and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 10 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 311 rooms
    • Arranged over 17 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 24 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • WiFi in rooms*
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Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 79.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (3388 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1928
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 48
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 65-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Kostali - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Upstairs at The Gwen - This rooftop bar serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 29.35 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 19.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 14.00 to 20.00 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 79.00 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a deadbolt lock on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel Chicago
Gwen Luxury Collection Hotel
Gwen Luxury Collection Chicago
Gwen Luxury Collection

Frequently asked questions

Does The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 24 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 125 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 79.00 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (3-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Mediterranean cuisine.

What's the area around The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago like?

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago is located on the Strip in Downtown Chicago, a short 3-minute walk from Grand Station (Red Line) and 2 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue.

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The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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  • Self-parking option is convenient and extremely comfortable. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Odd layout. Street noise was terrible w racing cars and motor cycles all night.
Gregg, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our second stay here - not disappointed

We thought that the $90 breakfast was a bit too high to pay for what we got for two people. We saw other plates delivered about 15 minutes after ours were more substantial. The offerings on ours were pretty thin. The service and every single staff person that we encountered were top drawer. The room was immaculate. Definitely would come back here again.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay!
Sandra, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend getaway. Beautiful hotel great service.
Macela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gwen stayed at The Gwen

Loved this hotel!!! I picked this hotel because I needed a place to stay in Chicago and because of its name. My name is Gwen and I loved staying here. I loved the rooms, location (it is walkable to everything even the water taxi on Michigan), and the easy access to parking. I can’t wait to stay here again.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem in a wonderful location. Spacious rooms with comfy beds. A pleasure to stay at.
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent. I love this hotel. Very beautiful snd great location.
Delena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Phenomenal location, so many things within walking distance
Cory, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay. Had a great time in this hotel. Will come back again.
Ronald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, wonderful stay!
Anna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This hotel is located on the Best spot in Chicago, walking distance to everything . I would definitely stay there again.
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean restaurant food was great it’s convenient and by everything
Nikkyo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds, lovely ambience and great location.
Dianne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Chic hotel

Wonderful getaway for a quick girls trip! Rooms have a nice amount of space and the concierge was unmatched! They went the extra mile to ensure my sister experienced a beautiful weekend!
Kena, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Anniversary stay

Very Relaxing and Peaceful
Vernice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Favorite in Chicago!
Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and clean rooms, nice location, really good restaurant and bar.
Nicole, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place. Parking $45 per day but plenty of spots and right across street from hotel. Very convenient. Close to restaurants in walking distance.
Angela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so friendly. Great location! Bed was very comfy!
Meghan, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Great location very clean
Brooke, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the hotel a lot. I would stay here again.
IAN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Gwen was a really lovely hotel with great vibes in the lobby and bar area, too. The concierge helped us with balloons and champagne in our room as we were celebrating a birthday, and the employee who checked us in gave us two drink vouchers when our room wasn’t ready right away. Overall, it was a great stay and location and I’d stay here again!
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was very clunky. But the hotel was beautiful.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The friendliest and most professional check in. Room a good size. Restaurant again had the most well trained amazing staff. Great area for easy access shopping and sights. We will return.
Caro, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, nothing negative to say!!
Briana, 3-night trip