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521 North Rush Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60611

The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago - Art Deco landmark with rooftop dining and direct shopping access in Magnificent Mile

Located in the former McGraw-Hill building, this Art Deco 4-star Chicago hotel features sculptural reliefs by Gwen Lux throughout its premises. The Luxury Collection property connects directly to The Shops at North Bridge, housing 50 retailers including Nordstrom, Louis Vuitton, and Hugo Boss. The Gwen's 15000-square-foot event space includes a rooftop terrace spanning 1000 square feet with Michigan Avenue views. Upstairs at The Gwen serves American cuisine alongside signature cocktails and tabletop fire pits. Guest rooms showcase custom murals influenced by Lux's sculptures, while the 34 suites include pillowtop mattresses and Wi-Fi. A 2000-square-foot fitness center offers cardio equipment, free weights, and yoga facilities. Additional amenities include complimentary bicycles, shopping tote bags, and 24-hour room service.

Pros

Direct enclosed access to premium shopping at The Shops at North Bridge

Rooftop terrace with fire pits and downtown Chicago views

Custom artwork and murals throughout inspired by sculptor Gwen Lux

Located 0.5 miles from the Wrigley Building and Tribune Tower

Cons

Wi-Fi requires additional fee

1.5 miles from Navy Pier attractions

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Guest room 2 Queen
2 persons
35 m² 
2 King Size Beds
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Suite 1 King Sofa bed Gulf front
2 persons
52 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Terrace Junior Suite 1 King Harbor view Balcony
2 persons
85 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Heating
Terrace Suite 1 King Sofa bed City view
2 persons
85 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Getting around

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City Centre
Chicago 2.1 km
Airports
Midway International (MDW) 17.4 km
Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 28.8 km
Train
Millennium Station800 m
Millenium Station900 m
Underground
Grand400 m
Chicago700 m

What our guests says about facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
What’s included

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid 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

Services

  • 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

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

521 North Rush Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60611
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521 North Rush Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60611
Nearby
North Michigan Avenue
The Magnificent Mile
310 m
400-410 N Michigan Ave
Wrigley Building
300 m
435 N Michigan Ave
Tribune Tower
360 m
300 N State St
Marina City
590 m
201 E Ontario St
Arts Club of Chicago
410 m
Shopping Area
Shops at Northbridge
180 m
Restaurants
Eataly
210 m
43 E Ohio St
Giordano's
480 m
730 N Rush St
Kostali
10 m
521 N Rush St Inside The Gwen
Sugar Factory
50 m
55 E Grand Ave
Bandera Restaurant
180 m
535 N Michigan Ave Ste 208
Pizzeria Uno
240 m
29 E Ohio St
Grand Lux Cafe
260 m
600 N Michigan Ave Ste 7
Vosges Haut-Chocolat
180 m
520 N Michigan Ave
Cafe Nordstrom
230 m
55 East Grand Avenue
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