Swissôtel Chicago

Location

Swissôtel  Chicago  is  located  where  Lake  Michigan  meets  the  Chicago  River.  We’re  just  a  short walking  distance  from  the  “Loop,”  financial  district,  government  center,  cultural  institutions  and museums.  Here,  you  are

at  the  center  of  diverse  activities  and  major  shopping  districts  such  as The Magnificent Mile and State Street.

RENOVATED LOBBY

Inspired by the work of the building’s original architect, Harry Weese, Swissôtel Chicago’s renovated lobby has been transformed into a welcoming oasis for guests. The lobby now features a modern design with natural elements and an earth tone palette that reflect the hotel’s Swiss heritage.

This natural feel is set off by attention grabbing splashes of color, dramatic art, and lighting elements like the artistic rainstorm created by thousands of dangling glass bubble fixtures. Backlit glass panels, etched with Chicago’s skyline, sit just behind the check-in area. Projected just about the bar area, Swissôtel Chicago’s Swiss Circle, by award-winning artist Jork André Dieter, changes color to reflect various moods throughout the day.  This illuminated work features two rings of Chicago landmarks and historic elements like Solider Field and Cloud Gate, while the center shows off Chicago’s skyline and Lake Michigan.

Check-in pods replaced the traditional bulky hotel front desk, affording a more welcoming experience for the guest upon arrival.  Front desk agents will now work from laptop computers, giving them the flexibility to interact with guests even when they are away from their pod. The concierge will be armed with tablets for quick access to all necessary information a guest may need to know, and a Nervana Ghost Wall will act as a digital concierge for guests to check weather, map local routes, and research area attractions.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Recently,  we  upgraded  our 661 guest  rooms  to  ensure  maximum  comfort  and  productivity. Each of our newly renovated rooms features a specialty Swiss Comfort Bed, a 37″ high-definition split-screen plasma television and a frameless glass shower stall. To further accommodate the hotel’s large number of business travelers, these rooms include the following upgrades and amenities:

• Oversized executive desks with spacious workspaces

• Mini-bars

• State-of-the-art, contemporary ergonomic chairs

• Technology docking centers to use a variety of media devices simultaneously

• DS3 Internet technology—equivalent to 28 T1 lines

• Virtual local area network capabilities for meetings

42ND FLOOR PENTHOUSE FITNESS CENTER

Overlooking  panoramic  views  of  Lake  Michigan,  the  Penthouse  Fitness  Center  helps  you  stay  in tiptop  shape  while  you  are  away  from  your  home  gym.  Pump  up  your  energy  level  with  a our comprehensive array of aerobic machines, strength equipment, free weights, bicycles, treadmills and Precor fitness equipment. Then cool off with a dip in our sparkling 45-foot or ease your tired, tense muscles in the dry sauna or Jacuzzi. Spa services are also available.

RESTAURANTS & LOUNGE

AMUSE

Located in the lobby, Amuse is the hotel’s latest food and beverage concept offering seasonal small and shareable plate options with signature cocktails and wine pairings for each. Amuse appeals to all five senses with its aromatic and flavorful menu, DJ-style music to fit the mood and seating in an artistic, eye-engaging setting.

Geneva Restaurant

Indulge  in  a  full  American  breakfast  with  European  flair.  In  the  afternoon  and  evening  hours, the restaurant transforms into banquet or meeting space for up to 140 people.

The Palm

During your visit, experience a dining tradition that’s been going strong for three generations at this traditional Italian fare and outrageously sized lobsters

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