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Named one of the Best Hotels in Chicago 2016 by Travel + Leisure, The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel is located on the Magnificent Mile in the landmark McGraw-Hill Building within walking distance to many of Chicago attractions and the Loop. The reimagined icon is adorned with panels created in 1929 by sculptress Gwen Lux, the hotel's namesake. Embracing her artistic spirit, the 311-room hotel, featuring 32 suites, also celebrates the energy and glamour of Chicago in the 1930s.
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago
521 N Rush St
Chicago, Illinois
60611
Nearest Airport: ORD
Luigi started off our great experience at the Gwen. He was so helpful at check-in. He not only had helpful tips, but his enthusiasm and fun personality kicked off our weekend in such a great way. Thanks Luigi!!
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Judie was so flexible with our seating as it’s currently 90 degrees in Chicago. Us girls decided to have a couple of drinks outside and Judie transported us into the nice AC inside the lounge. Mayra was so attentive with our service and didn’t let our drinks nor water run out. These ladies are dynamic!!
Noah-Christina R
My wife and I experienced The Gwen for our 25th wedding anniversary. From the very moment we entered the building, the atmosphere of hospitality was felt. As the elevator doors opened to the fifth floor, the main lobby, Luigi welcomed us (as did Karolina). They both were so kind in conversing with us and ensuring we were set up in the optimal room - even though we arrived earlier than we had originally thought. They even went above and beyond to give us drink vouchers in celebration of our anniversary. Later that day, the concierge sent up Prosecco and macarons with a note about our anniversary. What care! The Gwen’s hospitality is what makes it superior. We were walking down a hallway and a maintenance worker even asked us about our enjoyment with our stay and then thanked us for choosing The Gwen! I will be recommending The Gwen to anyone staying in Chicago.
timothyd40 - Holland, Michigan
The Gwen is gorgeous. The staff was helpful and kind. Sana helped us check in and was lovely and knowledgeable. The whole vibe of the hotel is just what we were looking for. Location can’t be beat!!!!
kristi e
We went to The Gwen for a late lunch and the food was fantastic from the appetizer's to the dessert . A fun time was had by all and a great time to end our trip to Chicago !!!!!!!
Tracy W
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