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Named after sculptress Gwen Lux and located on Chicago's Magnificent Mile, our Luxury Collection Hotel evokes the glamour and energy of the 1930s.
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Proudly named #1 in Chicago and #8 in the World to Condé Nast Traveler's 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. Enhance your time in Chicago with a night at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel. Our luxury hotel in downtown Chicago boasts suites with living and dining areas, personal spa treatments and a rooftop lounge with views of the Magnificent Mile.

10/29/2026

Four-legged guests get the five-star treatment too. Our Moments Worth Wagging package comes with a cozy bed, a signature Gwen bow tie to take home, and handcrafted treats from Pet Treats. Join us this season here: https://bit.ly/TheGwenDogStaysMWW

10/28/2026

Cue the fluffy slippers and a mimosa in hand. 🥂 Your besties' weekend away just got the Gwen Lux treatment. With our Prosecco & Pajamas offer, the Gwen Lux Suite becomes the ultimate grown-up slumber party with an in-suite mimosa bar, specialty cocktails, deep-dish pizza from Lou Malnati's, sleepover snacks, and classic board games, all with skyline views from your private terrace.

Round up your besties and make it a night. Learn more and book here: https://bit.ly/GwenPajamasAndProseccoOffer

10/27/2026

Let us be your guide this fall to . Tune in to hear from Ramon Gomez, Chef Concierge & Guest Experience Manager, as he shares these impeccably curated locations to tap into the rhythm of Chicago this season, including Kingston Mines, Reggies, and The Bassment.

If you're looking for more Les Clefs d’Or–led concierge tips, stay tuned. Or, visit our Concierge page here: https://bit.ly/TheGwenExperiencexConcierge

10/26/2026

Our Magic in the Moonlight series with another enchanting evening on The Terrace. Join us on Wednesday, October 28, for tarot readings from 6–8 p.m., specialty cocktails, and an outdoor screening beginning at 7 p.m., featuring a beloved story of sisterhood, spells, and a little midnight magic.

Magic in the Moonlight | Complimentary Tarot & Movie Screening Under the Stars
October 28 | 6 pm - 9 pm
Reservations: https://bit.ly/UpstairsAtTheGwen

10/22/2026

Known as the "Balcony of Mallorca," Castillo Hotel Son Vida, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Mallorca has welcomed visitors to its retreat above the Bay of Palma since its inauguration in 1961. Its opening brought together international icons including Princess Grace and Prince Rainier of Monaco, Maria Callas, and Aristotle Onassis. Today, the rhythm of attentive service, shared conversation, and the flow of guests through its restaurants continues a tradition of gathering that has defined the hotel for decades.

10/21/2026

Embark on a passage through guided by master artisans and centuries of living tradition.

Over the course of 10 days, travel through Tokyo, Kyoto, and Nara on The Imperial Journey Expedition, where centuries-old traditions meet the rhythm of contemporary Japan. Learn the precision behind sushi-making from a master, experience the art of the Japanese tea ceremony, and discover the artistry of geiko culture.

Each experience offers an insider look at the dedication, technique, and heritage behind Japan’s most treasured crafts, with The Luxury Collection hotels serving as gateways to the places and people who keep them alive.

Discover the Expedition: https://lux.ht/6180BGfEhA

Stay:
The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho, A Luxury Collection Hotel
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO
紫翠ラグジュアリーコレクションホテル奈良/Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara

10/20/2026

Join us tonight, Tuesday, October 20th to enjoy complimentary tarot readings from 6–8 p.m. at Upstairs at The Gwen ! Reservations not required, but encouraged.

Tonight's complimentary tarot readings is a part of our Magic in the Moonlight series with two enchanting evenings on the Upstairs at The Gwen terrace.

Magic in the Moonlight | Complimentary Tarot
October 20 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Reservations: https://bit.ly/UpstairsAtTheGwen

Magic in the Moonlight | Complimentary Tarot & Movie Screening Under the Stars
October 28 | 6 pm - 9 pm
Reservations: https://bit.ly/UpstairsAtTheGwen

10/15/2026

Camp Lux is officially open for the season with reservations to join us here: https://bit.ly/GwenCampLux 🔥 A cozy rooftop retreat at Upstairs at The Gwen invites you to gather around the fire, enjoy sweet or savory fondue, elevated camp-inspired bites, and handcrafted wh***ey High West Distillery cocktails crafted specifically for campers. The Gwen’s full à la carte menu is also available to sip and enjoy all of your favorites.

Camp Lux ⛺ at Upstairs at The Gwen
Open Now with VIP Fire Pit Tables, Sweet or Savory Fondues, Camp-Inspired Bites, Hand-crafted Wh***ey Cocktails

10/14/2026

Florence is known for its layered architecture, shaped by generations of evolution as families build upward and add their own chapters. There’s always a reason to go up—and trust us, the views from Cosimo Rooftop Restaurant & Bar at The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence do not disappoint.

10/12/2026

Long weekend, short list: a little treat to enjoy in-room, a spacious suite to lounge in, and a relaxing bath to soak all of your cares away.

Explore in-room amenities and special enhancements to your stay here: https://bit.ly/TheGwenPreOrderAmenities

10/11/2026

Best of luck to all runners participating today! Celebrate crossing the finish line Sunday night at Upstairs at The Gwen with live DJ beats from Dj Sandra Suave , as well as themed cocktail specials, skyline views, and celebratory dishes, including a Prime Beef Tenderloin Flight. See details via the link in our profile and to the Terrace.

10/10/2026

The Pasta Power-Up: our Saturday specials to fuel up for the miles ahead with hearty pasta specials on October 10 from 2 p.m. to close. Featuring Orecchiette, Cavatelli and Pappardelle, these dishes are perfect for carb-loading and preparing for race day.

Still on the schedule this weekend, don't miss our morning of fuel station and post-race victory specials and DJ set on the Terrace. See all of our offers to here: https://bit.ly/UATGRaceSpecials2026

10/10/2026

To every runner lacing up for : good luck! Join us Saturday night to carb-load, Sunday morning to fuel up, and Sunday night to unwind. All details are available here: https://bit.ly/UATGRaceSpecials2026

10/06/2026

Twenty-nine hotels and resorts from The Luxury Collection have been recognized in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards—a distinction that celebrates the people, places, and experiences that make each stay one to remember. From the shores of Los Cabos to the olive groves of Costa Navarino, these honors speak to our commitment to connecting guests with the character, culture, and spirit of each destination.

09/23/2026

We are proud to celebrate the 32 hotels and resorts within The Luxury Collection that have been honored with MICHELIN Keys this year by MICHELIN Guide —a distinction reserved for the most exceptional stays in design, service, and character.

Among them, HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO has been awarded the highest honor of three MICHELIN Keys for the third consecutive year, while Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest, and The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice have each been recognized with two MICHELIN Keys.

We are honored to celebrate these award-winning stays.

09/23/2026

From the hills of Lombardia to the vineyards of Veneto and the Tuscan countryside, Italy is best discovered with the freedom of the open road—where every turn reveals a new landscape, village, or taste of "la dolce vita." The Grand Italia Rally Expedition invites guests on a seven-day driving journey, tracing the spirit of Italy's legendary endurance road races from Milan to Venice to Florence and back again, with a Luxury Collection hotel waiting at the end of every day's drive.

Discover the Expedition: https://lux.ht/6189BG5eGh

Stay:
Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence
Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

Car:
1955 Fiat 1100 TV Spider or 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider

09/17/2026

Autumn comes to life in Munich with the return of , the world’s largest folk festival. Stay at Koenigshof, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Munich , a Luxury Collection Hotel, Munich for morning coffee amidst the bustle of the Stachus square, an ideal starting point for exploring the city’s historic streets. Then savor Bavarian favorites like golden pretzels and bratwurst before heading to the fairgrounds to celebrate the traditions, hospitality, and heritage that make Oktoberfest such a cherished part of Munich’s soul.

09/09/2026

Glide through the waters of Venice as the city welcomes the world for the . Then, stay just steps from the Grand Canal at The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice, a gathering place for generations of noble families, cultural luminaries, and distinguished guests shaping art and history today.

09/02/2026

Discover Rioja through a rare invitation to Hotel Marqués de Riscal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Elciego , a Luxury Collection Hotel, Elciego. Experience vineyard harvests, private tastings, and to a personalized blending experience with master w**emakers—culminating in a case of your unique vintage, aged in French oak and delivered directly to your door.

This five-day journey offers an intimate look at 165 years of w**emaking heritage—exclusively available September 28th to October 4th.

Learn more: https://lux.ht/6185B17pSt

08/25/2026

Six nights. Four hotels. One unforgettable drive through .

Inspired by Italy’s legendary endurance road races, Italy: The Grand Italia Rally Expedition invites guests behind the wheel of a classic Italian automobile on a route through Franciacorta, Lake Garda, the Apennines, Tuscany, and the Ligurian coast—a journey where every mile reveals the landscapes, culture, and character of Italy.

Stay:
Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence
Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan

Car:
1955 Fiat 1100 TV Spider or 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider

08/18/2026

Introducing The Luxury Collection Expeditions—a new chapter in cultural discovery that invites travelers beyond the walls of our hotels and into the living fabric of a destination.

Building on our long-held belief that a destination reveals itself through its people, rituals, and landscapes, Expeditions is a collection of journeys offering new ways to discover the world, each grounded in cultural authenticity, local expertise, and elevated hospitality.

From tracing centuries-old culinary traditions in Kyoto and crafting w**e blends in Rioja Alavesa, to exploring the Aegean by helicopter and yacht on a journey through the Greek Islands, each Expedition offers immersive access to the people and practices that give a place its meaning.

Discover a new way to travel with Expeditions: https://lux.ht/6187B1uoKf

08/06/2026

As late summer approaches in Costa Navarino, the traditions of Messinia come to life through the hands of those who know them best. At The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Navarino, guests can visit a local village home and discover the art of Messinian cooking from women who share family recipes passed down through generations. From regional techniques to time-honored preparations, the experience offers a taste of the region’s heritage—followed by a meal made together and shared around the table.

07/22/2026

Marking our return to New York City, we are excited to introduce The London NYC- Luxury Collection Manhattan.

Located at the intersection of Central Park, Midtown, and the city's cultural and business communities, The London NYC brings together the hospitality traditions of London and the energy of New York. Inspired by the residential elegance of classic London flats, the hotel combines personalized service and spacious accommodations with access to the people, ideas, and experiences that define the city today.

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Chicago, IL
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