The Gwen Hotel

521 North Rush Street, Chicago, IL
Capacity: 400 people

About The Gwen Hotel

The Gwen reflects the energy and glamour of 1930s Chicago while offering all of the modern amenities and refinement you would expect from a Luxury Collection Hotel. Located in the landmark McGraw-Hill building on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, The Gwen provides the perfect setting to enjoy the best the city has to offer. With enclosed access to The Shops at North Bridge, The Gwen is a vibrant, central destination with newly reimagined spaces perfect for combining work and play. Offering distinctive indoor and outdoor spaces for board meetings, VIP sales retreats, and social gatherings alike, The Gwen is the city’s most in-demand new meeting venue.

Event Pricing

Weddings Starting At
$179 - $269 /person
Pricing for weddings only

Event Spaces

The Gallery Ballroom
6th Floor Pre-Function
Additional Event Spaces
Impressionist Boardroom
Neoclassical
Renaissance
Gallery Ballroom
Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Valet Parking
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 400
  • Special Features: The Gwen's art deco design features elements famously created by sculptress Gwen Lux and brought back to life throughout the iconic hotel. Captivate your guests on our rooftop terraces, ideal for celebrating and reconnecting, with friends and family.
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 15,000
  • Year Renovated: 2019