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Roman-style pizza, Portuguese BBQ and Rick Bayless gone fast casual Read on InsideHook
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For three months this winter, the waterfront lawn at Gurney’s in Newport, Rhode Island—a summertime seaside wedding hotspot—was transformed into an Arctic wonderland, with an ice-skating rink and a smattering of 10 heated igloos, each with its own multisensory design theme: Tropical Summer, with bold colors and rattan, and Astrology, Read on Architectural Digest
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From a hotel situated in a Mies van der Rohe–designed building to the trendiest neighborhoods to window-shop, discover the best of what the Windy City has to offer Read on Architectural Digest
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Many of the world's top-rated hotels go above and beyond when it comes to amenities.. These amenities range from surprising complimentary items to extremely expensive excursions.. Keep reading for a look at 35 of the most over-the-top amenities offered by luxury hotels around the world.. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.. For those Read on Business Insider
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A Chicago hotel has an 'urban glamping' package that puts guests up in a tent on their penthouse terrace — and they're charging $5,500 a night for it
12th April 2019
The Gwen Hotel in Chicago is once again offering an "urban glamping" experience to its high-spending guests.. Hosted on the terrace of the hotel's top-floor Gwen Lux Suite, guests can stay in a luxury tent during the summer months.. Rates for the package begin at $5,500 per night, and bookings are available Read on Business Insider
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Who Needs Nature? You Can Now Go Glamping in One of Chicago’s Plushest Penthouses
4th April 2019
Love camping but hate the woods? The Gwen Hotel has you covered. Read on Robb Report
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With amenities like curling rinks, fire pits, and igloos, these year-round rooftop bars in the Windy City can offer you much more than spectacular views.. share this article. Rich with architectural jewels, a perfectly laid-out labyrinth of rivers, and miles upon miles of glittering lakefront, there’s no doubt about it—Chicago is a Read on Afar
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Curbed
Urban glamping: Pitch a luxury tent at Chicago’s Gwen Hotel
1st June 2018
While glamping—a popularized term for glamorous camping—is typically associated with luxurious hotel-like accommodations in a remote wilderness setting, one Chicago hotel is trying out the concept in the heart of the city’s densely populated downtown.. This summer, The Gwen Chicago will provide adventurous (and well-heeled) guests a unique opportunity to rough Read on Curbed
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1. Pretend It’s Summer at Somerset. From the nautical decor to the refreshing coconut LaCroix-infused piña colada, Somerset is our new place to pretend it’s summer. When June finally rolls around, you can be sure to find us on the Gold Coast restaurant’s patio (piña colada in hand).. 2. Stop by Rosé Read on PureWow
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The Gwen — Chicago, USA
26th May 2017
After completing an expansive renovation of the space that used to be a Conrad Hotel, The Gwen has recently re-emerged fully transformed on Chicago’s famed Magnificent Mile. First, the rebranding sees the hotel take on the name of pioneer Chicago-born sculptor Gwen Lux, whose work can be seen on the Read on Wallpaper*
hospitality design
Simeone Deary Design Group Unveils New Guestroom Concept for the Gwen
3rd January 2017
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago, has unveiled designs for the forthcoming revamp of all 311 guestrooms and suites. Crafted by locally based Simeone Deary Design Group, the Art Deco-style accommodations will draw inspiration from the glamour of hotel’s namesake, sculptor Gwen Lux. The 1930s-inspired hotel, which debuted in Read on hospitality design
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4.5 (out of 5)
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The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel
521 North Rush Street, Chicago
41.891167°N -87.625261°E
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24 hour reception
Free wi-fi
311 rooms
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Check in: 1500 Check out: 1200
Hotel Facilities
24 hour check-in / 24-hour front desk / Accessible facilities / Accessible parking / Air conditioning / Bell staff/porter / Free high speed internet connection / Housekeeping - daily / Lounges/bars / Multilingual staff / Pets allowed / Restaurant / Room service / Safe deposit box