It’s always been our mission to be one of the best boutique hotels in Chicago, and we’re honored to have been recognized by several esteemed travel organizations over the years. Thank you for making The Gwen one of the best places to stay and play when visiting Chicago.
Awards
One Key Hotel by MICHELIN Guide
U.S. News & World Report 2024 Awards
#15 in Best Hotels in Chicago, IL
#16 in Best Illinois Hotels
Notable Lists
NBC Chicago by MandoeMedia (Upstairs at The Gwen): Top Rooftop Bars in the Nation
The Infatuation: Where To Have Afternoon Tea In Chicago
Secret Chicago (Tipsy Tea): The Best Spots For Afternoon Tea Services in Chicago
Secret Chicago (Upstairs at The Gwen): The Best Happy Hours In Chicago
TimeOut (Upstairs at The Gwen): 34 Best Rooftop Bars in Chicago to Check Out
Awards
World-Class Wedding Hotel – Platinum Winner by The MUSE Hotel Awards
World-Class City Hotel – Platinum Winner by The MUSE Hotel Awards
Awards
Top Ten hotels In Chicago by Condé Nast Traveler
World-Class Wedding Hotel by The MUSE Hotel Awards
World Class City Hotel by The MUSE Hotel Awards
Top 10 best hotels in Chicago by Travel & Leisure
17 of the Best Hotels in Chicago for the Most Memorable Visit to the Windy City by PureWow
ICFF “7 of the Most Instagrammable Hotels from Across the Globe”
Awards
Trip Advisor Travelers’ Choice Award Winner
Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice #1 in Chicago and #8 in the world on the Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice lists as well as #1 on Conde Nast Traveller (UK)
Thrillist “The Most Essential Rooftop Bars in Chicago”
USA Today 10 Best “The best in the Midwest: Chicago’s luxury hotels.”
Notable Lists
Business Insider: 12 Best Hotels in Chicago
Eater Chicago (Kostali): Tipsy Tea
Awards
U.S. News & World Report 2020 Awards
#9 in Best Illinois Hotels
#8 in Magnificent Mile
#15 in Luxury Collection Hotels
#18 in Best Chicago Hotels
#66 in Marriott International Hotels
#202 in Best USA Hotels
AAA Diamond Awards: 2020
4 Diamond rating
Notable Lists
Business Insider: 12 Best Hotels in Chicago
Eater Chicago (Kostali): The Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now, January and February 2020
Thrillist (Kostali): The Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
InsideHook (Kostali): The 8 Best Restaurants That Opened in Chicago This January
Awards
U.S. News & World Report 2019 Awards – #9 in Best Chicago Hotels
Travel & Leisure World’s Best Awards 2019 – #9 Hotel in Chicago
Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards 2019 – #6 Hotel in Chicago
AAA Diamond Awards: 2019 – 4 Diamond rating
Marriott Hotel of the Year – Distinctive Luxury Award
Notable Lists
Forbes: The Best Hotels in Downtown Chicago
Travel Channel: The Prettiest Glamping Spots for a Fall Getaway
Architectural Digest: A Design Lover’s Guide to Chicago
National Geographic Traveller UK: Where to stay in Chicago
Time Out Chicago (Upstairs at The Gwen): Best Rooftops in Chicago
AFAR Magazine (Upstairs at The Gwen): How to Drink Outside in Chicago All Year Long
Eater Chicago (Kostali): Most Anticipated New Restaurant Openings, Summer and Fall 2019
Robb Report (Kostali): The 16 Most Hotly Anticipated Restaurant Openings This Fall
We’re excited to share that The Gwen has been nominated for the Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2024! To support us, simply follow the link below, select the Hotels category, locate The Gwen using the search bar, and complete the survey. Voting is open now through June 30th.
