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W Chicago - Lakeshore vs The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. On balance, W Chicago Lakeshore is preferred by most writers compared to The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago. W Chicago Lakeshore is ranked #33 in Chicago with endorsements from 8 reviewers such as Zagat, Time Out and Frommer's.
W Chicago - Lakeshore
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Fodor's
Oyster
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644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
From $112 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This property promotes itself as a hip boutique hotel and attracts a relatively young clientele, but sophisticated travelers might feel like it's trying too hard."
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Fodor's
"Overlooking Lake Michigan and Navy Pier, this sleek, high-energy hotel has guest rooms with modern, clean design and an elegant neutral palette."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The 520-room W Chicago - Lakeshore delivers the chic decor you'd expect from a W, and the impressive features."
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Time Out
"The city’s second W hotel has come a long way from its previous incarnation as a Days Inn. The hotel has a sleek, casually expensive décor."
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Star Service
"A clubby verion of its Westin sibs in town, this sexy business hotel also works its magic on couples and fashionable singles that call this their home Friday-Sunday."
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The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago
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521 North Rush Street, Chicago, IL 60611
From $152 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"The Conrad spoils its guests with a seemingly endless stream of luxury amenities."
Frommer's
"Maintains a low profile, making it a good fit for those who prefer an atmosphere of subdued elegance."
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Lonely Planet
"Euro sleek, urban chic."
Fodor's
"This hotel's Art Deco–inspired lobby avoids feeling like a period piece through its clean-line furniture and creative floral arrangements, and the rooms here... aim to pamper."
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Afar Magazine
"Tailored for the business traveler, the Conrad Chicago has a central address, one block off the Magnificent Mile."
