New Dual-Branded Hilton Opens in Chicago

Hilton has announced the opening of its newest hotel, the dual-branded Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop and Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop.

The new property brings a total of 342 new rooms and suites (many featuring scenic lakeshore views) to downtown Chicago’s bustling South Loop neighbourhood. The dual-brand hotel adds even more versatile options for guests visiting the Windy City, which attracted a record number of nearly 58 million tourists in 2018.

“The popularity of Chicago and its flourishing South Loop neighbourhood is undeniable, and the city remains a top destination for business and leisure travellers from across the globe,” said Bill Duncan, global head, All Suites and Focused Service category, Hilton. “With increasing demand comes increasing competition, but by drawing on our vast experience with multi-brand hotels, we were able bring two of our award-wining brands, their wealth of amenities and an enhanced choice of lodging options to this downtown market.”

The multi-brand concept creates enhanced and larger communal areas than what would be standard at a stand-alone property, benefiting both business and leisure travellers. The hotel has a shared 24-hour business centre, fitness centre and indoor pool. The property also offers flexible meeting space that can accommodate up to 85 people.

In addition to the signature, complimentary breakfast offerings for guests of Homewood Suites by Hilton, the hotel features Mei’s, a refined Asian eatery open to both guests and the public.

Guests of Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop will also have access to The Shop, a 24-hour, grab-and-go retail space, offering an upscale mix of healthy, indulgent and fresh foods, including salads, gourmet snack items and artisanal food offerings, varietal beverages and a self-serve specialty coffee bar.

Guest rooms feature signature bedding, a spacious work desk with an ergonomic desk chair, and an in-room “hospitality centre” with a mini fridge, microwave oven and Keurig coffee maker. The hotel offers complimentary WiFi throughout the property.