Chicago Meeting Professionals Guide • 2019 • Hotel Meeting Facilities & Accommodations

The Gold Coast spot serving real Chicago experiences for nearly 100 years, highlighted by award-winning service and known for its down-to-earth demeanor and meticulous expertise that result in authentic experiences. Iconic spaces are accented with premier technology conveniences, branding opportunities and culinary acclaim marked by captivating Lake Michigan views and bustling metropolitan backdrops in nearly 37,000 square feet of space. Spanning more than 20 meeting rooms, including two storied ballrooms, we’ll set the stage to tell your story.

A turn of the revolving door will put guests along Oak Street, the city’s destination for the world’s most sought-after brand names and designers, and into the shopping epicenter of The Magnificent Mile, featuring more than 450 retailers, boutiques and Michelin-rated dining destinations. Notable attractions include Oak Street Beach, Navy Pier, Museum of Contemporary Art, 360 CHICAGO Observatory, Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, Air & Water Show and more. The Drake, a Hilton Hotel is also the only Chicago beachfront hotel, and is minutes to the Loop, Chicago’s business district.

• Marquee was outfitted with energy-efficient bulbs, dramatically reducing energy usage

• Partnerships with local farms for fresh, organic produce to reduce the overall carbon footprint of the hotel

HILTON CHICAGO

Classic meets cool at the Hilton Chicago, celebrating more than 90 years of service and a $150 million rejuvenation that offers the very best networking, convention and accommodations experience. Earning the AAA Four-Diamond rating and a Gold Key recipient of Meetings & Conventions, the Hilton Chicago is a venue that has a long history of creating events that make a lasting impression. Regardless of the event, you will find the space you need here — from the historic Grand Ballroom and Stevens Meeting Center to private boardrooms and hospitality suites. Our CMP-certified team will customize your event with technological conveniences, branding opportunities, menu selections and more to make each event “a wow.” Network with colleagues at Kitty O’Sheas, power lunch at 720 South Bar + Grill, pick up items at Herb N’ Kitchen and stay on your routine at the fitness center. Located on Michigan Avenue in the South Loop across from Grant Park, the hotel is the first stop along the McCormick Place Convention Center bus route.

HOLIDAY INN CHICAGO MART PLAZA RIVER NORTH

Defined by urban style and modern comfort, the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza River North sets the stage for an exciting Chicago experience with Instagram-worthy views, innovative culinary concepts, and a legendary sales and convention services team to exceed expectations at every turn.

With 25,000 square feet of flexible space spanning 15 separate rooms, including two ballrooms with stunning skyline views, the Mart Plaza can accommodate up to 800 guests in its largest ballroom. The 14th-floor meeting space offers exclusivity and informal security for larger programs utilizing the 7,560-square-foot Sauganash Ballroom and the up to 11 breakout rooms around its perimeter. Creative banquet menus, as well as Complete Meeting Packages and Daily Meeting Packages, create ease of budgeting with consistent and simple pricing inclusive per person, per day.

Named the #1 Workplace in Chicago by the Chicago Tribune in 2017 and a Top 100 Workplace since 2014, the Mart Plaza invites you to experience the legendary service of its exceptional staff.

• Unused guest room amenities donated to Clean the World nonprofit organization

LOEWS CHICAGO HOTEL

The Loews Chicago Hotel sits along the Chicago River, offering easy access to the Loop, the shopping of The Magnificent Mile and the entertainment options of Navy Pier. It’s the perfect combination of business and leisure. The hotel offers 400 guest rooms with skyline, river and lake views, as well as 30,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.

PALMER HOUSE, A HILTON HOTEL

Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel has remained the place to “see and be seen” in Chicago, and continues to evolve with a hip and historic blend of modern nuances matched with Chicago cultural significance. Your event – large or small – will be transformed into one that’s not only talked about, but remembered. From the historic Empire Room, to smaller salon settings, your experience will be one met with historical distinction, coupled with technology, convenience and the customized support required to make any event a success.

Re-energize at the Fitness Center, relax in an atmosphere of soothing calm at The Spa at Palmer House, dine at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar, and for a casual burger and boozy shake, step into Potter’s Chicago Burger Bar. Located in the Loop, Chicago’s business, financial and theater district, Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, is next door to everything and along the bus route to McCormick Place Convention Center.

SHERATON GRAND CHICAGO

Exceeding your expectations is what the Sheraton Grand Chicago does best. From helping you organize a high-level board meeting or a large multi-faceted conference, we provide the resources and dedication you need to ensure success. Ideally situated in downtown Chicago with a new multi-million-dollar redesign, the Sheraton Grand Chicago is an icon on the Chicago River, with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. One of the most prominent features in this flagship hotel is the 40,000-square-foot ballroom, which is the largest in Chicago. The hotel can accommodate meetings and events from 10 to 4,000 people in the well-appointed meeting and event space, with all meeting floors above ground providing abundant views of Chicago and natural light. The well-known hotel offers unique outdoor spaces that stand out with the hotel sitting directly on the Chicago Riverwalk, recently transformed into a destination to taste, play and relax. Simplify your next offsite experience via the hotel’s dedicated river gates offering second-to-none direct boating access.

• Make A Green Choice (MAGC) guest room housekeeping program to save up to 49.2 gallons of water per night

• ORCA OG 100 machine that diverts food waste disposal from landfills and can divert up to 378 tons of food waste per year from landfills

• Telkonet Thermostat in guest rooms that controls the HVAC system and uses occupancy sensors to automatically reduce energy consumption when vacant

HOTELS/MOTELS

Take in the incredible energy of downtown Chicago while enjoying the upscale, tech- focused amenities of a modern boutique hotel with unbeatable views.

Gold Coast location along The Magnificent Mile, with the city’s only beachfront access and steps to Chicago’s top retail, the hotel offers a refined, classic setting to create real Chicago meeting experiences with many guestrooms offering lake and Michigan Avenue views.

Located along Michigan Avenue’s Cultural Mile with Grant Park serving as our front yard, you’ll enjoy suites with park and lake views, as well as 600+ rooms with two beds and two baths.

Offering 45,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, perfect for groups up to 500 on peak. Larger groups can seamlessly contract meeting space at McCormick Place Convention Center, in one contract

Get ready to experience Chicago from the heart of the city at the Loews Chicago Hotel, situated just steps from The Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier and the Loop.

In the heart of the Loop, steps from Chicago’s business and financial district, featuring Executive Level accommodations including rooms with two beds and two baths, and a lively lobby series of monthly selected local pop-up experiences from history, to magic, to brewery tastings.

Experience the ultimate in luxury with The Peninsula Chicago’s beautifully designed guest rooms and suites, three delectable dining options, a new rooftop bar, exquisite spa and personalized service. More than 12,000 square feet of stunning meeting space to plan your perfect event.

Sheraton Grand Chicago is centrally located near iconic Chicago experiences. Take advantage of the 125,000 square feet of smartly designed space, featuring the largest ballroom in Chicago and an outdoor venue with direct river access.

Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Chicago, The Westin Chicago River North boasts 429 rooms and 30,000 square feet of meeting space, with a capacity of up to 1,000.