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The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

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A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, featuring a mix of modern and classic architecture, and several potted plants.
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A modern hotel room with a green sofa, two round tables, a city view, and a chandelier.
A modern urban street with high-rise buildings, including a prominent 'The Gwent' and 'Nordstrom' sign.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

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521 North Rush Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, State Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a potted plant.

Grand Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the city through the windows.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a sofa, and a small table.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, a window with a city view, and a decorative wall mural.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a desk with a chair. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a large window provides a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a flat-screen TV.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace

  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Downtown Chicago stay.A stay at this Downtown Chicago hotel places you steps from Michigan Avenue and within a 10-minute walk of Chicago Riverwalk. Grant Park and Millennium Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Millennium Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grant Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 3 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 11 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Upstairs at The Gwen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Billy Goat Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lao Sze Chuan Restaurant - Downtown/Michigan Ave - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

4.5-star luxury hotel near Michigan Avenue
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and 14 meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 3388 square feet (315 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 311 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3388 sq ft of conference space
  • 315 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1928
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago offers 311 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 65-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Chicago hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 19.95 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 79 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 to 20 for adults and USD 14 to 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 24 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 29.74 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 14.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 14.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 19.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 79.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 125 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago to the airport?

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago is 13.3 mi (39-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago on Aug 16, 2026 start from $595, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago.

How close is The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago to the beach?

This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Ohio Street Beach and 1.3 mi (8-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 14.00 and 20.00 for adults, USD 14.00 and 20.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (3-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 79.00 per day.

Does The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago have a pool?

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago does not have a pool.

Does The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mediterranean cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago to downtown Chicago?

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago is 1 mi away from Chicago.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 811 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1004 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best hotel on Michigan Avenue. Access to Nordstrom without leaving the building. Great views, food, very clean and smells amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was fantastic. And beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karna Athanasios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well connected and close to everything. Comfortable room. Would suggest that Tea/coffee machine should be included as standard in the room - it is available on request.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dalia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite hotels in Chicago. Always an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in all respects
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia K

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and the bed was firm and comfortable! The room and bathroom were spotless and the lobby was decorated beautifully!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yareni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

We rooms are always lovely and we had breakfast both mornings at your hotel. Meridith waited on us both days and she was excellent. Personable and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Comfortable beds, lovely ambience and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful hotel, wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Macela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend getaway. Beautiful hotel great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean rooms, nice location, really good restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, convenience, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal location, so many things within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Booking by a third party seems to irritate the staff at check in
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem in a wonderful location. Spacious rooms with comfy beds. A pleasure to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alaysza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall wonderful property no complaints at all fine dining and shopping walking distance. The hotel is aesthetically pleasing and staff very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025