Set against the dramatic skyline on the banks of the Chicago River,
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, 1 West Wacker Drive, will
begin the second phase of renovations October 2015. Set to be completed
by March 2016, Phase II will include the addition of a brand new
ballroom with breathtaking views of the Chicago River,
an additional 4,000 square feet of meeting space, and introducing one
of Chicago’s hottest bars with inspiring city views. The $8 million
dollar renovation is part of the globally recognized Renaissance Hotel
brand’s focus on discovery, provoking both guests
and locals’ interests to explore the Windy City.
Debuting
just in time for the warm weather, Renaissance’s sleek new terrace bar
will put a chic spin on the city’s booming outdoor dining scene. Located
on the 3rd floor
of the hotel, the indoor/outdoor destination will invite the vibrant
energy from the city streets below. Fire pits and authentic design
features including glass, iron, greenery, and reclaimed wood elements
will fill the space, which seats 160 guests. The terrace
bar will feature 14 taps boasting local beer selections and a variety
of exclusive wines, as well as a Chicago-influenced menu created by
Executive Chef Daniel Perez. The bar’s additional event space,
Urban Blue, allows for private events.
Spring
of 2016, Chicago will have a stunning new option for weddings and
special occasions. The Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel’s elegant,
3,000 square-foot
Looking Glass Ballroom will feature floor-to-ceiling windows
showcasing breathtaking views of Chicago’s cityscape. A cutting-edge
space set in a hip and urban ambiance, the Looking Glass Ballroom
provides an innovative approach to traditional weddings.
The Renaissance Chicago Downtown is also refreshing the junior ballroom space,
Cloud Gate Ballroom, increasing the space from 4,000-
5,000-square-feet. As a continuation of the art design on the first
floor, the third floor breakout rooms will be renamed
Adler, Lyric, and Improv – all paying homage to historical landmarks and art in Chicago.
Reflecting
the urban energy and captivating history that is Chicago, Renaissance
Chicago Downtown Hotel completed Phase I in April 2015, with the
unveiling of the $24
million lobby and guestroom transformation. The revamped lobby’s
high-low design approach pairs luxurious high-end finishes with raw,
gritty, concrete and graffiti-inspired surfaces. Experiential works of
art by homegrown artists are placed to intrigue; CTA
bus-inspired windows from the early 1950s serve as a gateway into the
chef’s display kitchen at Staytion Market and Bar; the hotel’s first
floor dining concept.
In
addition to Staytion, the revamped lobby offers ample opportunity for
our Marriott Rewards Elite Members to enjoy the R-Lounge. The Artist
Studio and The Library also
capture the high energy, whimsical character, and ebullience of
Chicago.
Merging
the business of the Loop with the pleasure of State Street shopping and
Chicago’s Theater District, the hotel invites discovery at every turn.
Located in the
middle of the lobby is the Renaissance Navigator, situated at the communal
Navigator Table – a cheeky twist on the traditional concierge
desk, designed as an interactive place to explore new ideas, touch and
feel new technologies, or simply engage with the Renaissance Navigator
on new finds that only a local would know.
Stair seating creates a perfect perspective for the hotel’s signature
Renaissance Events, part of the brand’s long-standing multimedia
entertainment program and its commitment to supporting emerging artists.
Renaissance Events
will include everything from live performances by local
musicians, mixology demos, wine tastings, art exhibitions, book
signings, and more.
Discoverers
will have the opportunity to unwind and revitalize their minds and
bodies in one of the 520 recently renovated guestrooms and 40 suites,
boasting stunning
views of downtown Chicago.
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