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About the Hotel

521 North Rush Street, Chicago, 60611

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“The Gwen is perfectly situated near all Chicago's top attractions.”view full review

The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago: rooftop dining and enclosed access to The Shops at North Bridge

Location & Access

Overlooking Lake Michigan, The Gwen sits on Michigan Avenue with enclosed access to The Shops at North Bridge for direct shopping. Chicago's Theatre District and Millennium Park are less than a mile away; Navy Pier is 1 mile away, and Second City Comedy Club is a 10-minute drive. The hotel offers complimentary bicycles, valet parking, and an electric vehicle charging station.

Rooms & Suites

Each room has custom décor inspired by signature sculptures, a 65-inch flat-screen TV, a fully-stocked minibar, and custom luxury bath amenities. The Art Deco-inspired design and decorative elements tied to local culture reflect the building's historical significance. The hotel provides pet-friendly accommodations for dogs up to 40 lbs, along with spacious work desks and ergonomic chairs.

Dining & Rooftop Terrace

Upstairs at the Gwen is the rooftop terrace where guests relax fireside with custom cocktails while taking in panoramic views of the Chicago skyline. The hotel's dining options include the Tipsy Tea Party and on-site restaurants with a rooftop terrace. Bonvoy members receive complimentary breakfast, and room service delivers breakfast to the rooms.

Business & Events

The Gwen offers over 15,000 square feet of flexible event space for meetings, conferences, and banquets. A 24-hour business centre provides fax/photocopying and meeting/banquet facilities. Concierge service provides personalized guest experiences, with express check-in/check-out and luggage storage available.

Fitness & Accessibility

The fitness center spans over 2,000 square feet and includes free weights, cardio machines, strength training machines, yoga equipment, fresh apples, and bottled water. Accessible rooms include raised toilets, grab rails, lower bathroom sinks, and visual aids in Braille and tactile signs. Valet parking, accessible parking, and an electric vehicle charging station are available on site.

Highlights

Location: Enclosed access to The Shops at North Bridge, less than a mile from Theatre District and Millennium Park

Rooms: 65-inch flat-screen TVs, custom luxury bath amenities, Art Deco-inspired design

Dining: Upstairs at the Gwen rooftop terrace, Tipsy Tea Party

Business: Over 15,000 square feet of flexible event space and 24-hour business centre

Fitness: 2,000-square-foot fitness center with yoga equipment and fresh apples

Parking: Valet parking, accessible parking, and electric vehicle charging station

Pet Policy: Dogs up to 40 lbs welcome

Select your room type

The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Guest room 2 Queen
2 persons
380 sq. feet
2 King Size Beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Terrace Junior Suite 1 King Harbor view Balcony
2 persons
915 sq. feet
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Terrace Suite 1 King Sofa bed City view
2 persons
915 sq. feet
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Facilities

The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Afternoon Tea Delight

“I highly recommend an afternoon tea at The Gwen. We opted to add the bottomless Prosecco package, and the extra $15 was more than worth it for the experience. Our server, Kayla, was fantastic, our glasses were always full and clearly explaining what was included in the tea package. The setting was great and offers many photo opportunities. I will definitely be back again for afternoon tea.” read full review

Comfortable Luxury

“The rooms at The Gwen are beautifully designed and exceptionally comfortable. The beds feel like they are infused with a magical potion-every night I slept like a baby! The variety of pillow firmness also made the room feel extra luxurious. I was really surprised by the thoughtful details throughout my stay.” read full review

Rooftop Bar Experience

“The rooftop bar at The Gwen is a fantastic place to unwind. When I visited, the atmosphere was vibrant, and the views were fine. I really enjoyed having drinks while taking in the beautiful skyline. It's a perfect spot, no matter the season, thanks to the outdoor terrace and heating features.” read full review

Spa-Like Bathtub

“One of my favorite features was the in-room bathtub with a spa-like experience. After a long day of exploring the city, soaking in the tub was heaven. The use of Molton Brown toiletries added that extra touch of opulence, turning my nightly routine into a refreshing treat.” read full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.0/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at USD 75 per day.

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago Location

521 North Rush Street, Chicago, 60611

Map view

City landmarks

Park

Millennium Park

1.0 mi

Harbour

Navy Pier

1.0 mi

Museum

The Art Institute of Chicago

1.1 mi

Landmark

360 Chicago Observation Deck

3100 ft

Art object

Cloud Gate

4200 ft

Landmark

Skydeck Chicago

1.4 mi

Landmark

Willis Tower

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Rookery Building

1.1 mi

Theatre

The Chicago Theatre

3000 ft

Museum

Chicago Cultural Center

3200 ft

Fountain

Buckingham Fountain

1.5 mi

Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo

2.1 mi

Museum

Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago

3200 ft

Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium

1.7 mi

Museum

Chicago Children's Museum

5000 ft

Park

Maggie Daley Park

4500 ft

Landmark

Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum

2100 ft

Museum

American Writers Museum

2500 ft

Museum

The Field Museum

1.8 mi

Landmark

Chicago-style pizza

2700 ft

Shopping Area

Water Tower Place

3100 ft

Gallery

Chicago Water Tower

2300 ft

Landmark

Chicago Riverwalk

1.3 mi

Museum

Loyola University Museum of Art

4600 ft

Nearby

North Michigan Avenue

The Magnificent Mile

1100 ft

400-410 N Michigan Ave

Wrigley Building

1000 ft

435 N Michigan Ave

Tribune Tower

1200 ft

300 N State St

Marina City

2000 ft

201 E Ontario St

Arts Club of Chicago

1400 ft

Shopping Area

Shops at Northbridge

600 ft

Restaurants

Eataly

700 ft

43 E Ohio St

Giordano's

1600 ft

730 N Rush St

Kostali

100 ft

521 N Rush St Inside The Gwen

Sugar Factory

200 ft

55 E Grand Ave

Bandera Restaurant

600 ft

535 N Michigan Ave Ste 208

Pizzeria Uno

800 ft

29 E Ohio St

Grand Lux Cafe

900 ft

600 N Michigan Ave Ste 7

Vosges Haut-Chocolat

600 ft

520 N Michigan Ave

Cafe Nordstrom

800 ft

55 East Grand Avenue

Getting around

City Centre
Chicago 26 min · 1.3 mi
Airports
Midway International (MDW) 27 min · 10.8 mi
Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 44 min · 17.9 mi
Train
Millennium Station 10 min · 2700 ft
Millenium Station 11 min · 3000 ft
Underground
Grand 5 min · 1400 ft
Chicago 9 min · 2300 ft