Chicago (West Loop)

A boutique B&B offering hip design in the trendy West Loop. Featuring a heaving library and author-themed rooms with books to match. A home-cooked breakfast feast is provided for each guest and there's a round-the-clock pantry. A charming and central base to explore the city from.

• Local markets - Check out Randolph Street Market, the West Loop’s monthly vintage bonanza. Its food-focused rival is Chicago French Market
• Hideaway - With plenty of books to choose from in the hotel library, curl up in one of the reading nooks
• Restaurant - Complimentary breakfast
• Views - Stunning city views

Chicago (Near North Side)

Funky boutique-style hotel located in Chicago's lakeside neighbourhood. Rooms are contemporary luxury with a twist; think Dali-esque murals, glass showers with copper tubing, dark wood floors & colourful art. The double-height restaurant and bar are buzzing. Fun and comfort in equal measure.

• City Style - 'Where science and art meet' is the hotel's theme; it has resulted in a quirky yet chic, incredibly original Chicago property
• Sights nearby - Architectural lovers will appreciate their surroundings; visit Time Life Building, Chicago Tribune Tower and Water Tower Chicago
• Great walks - It's just over 1km to the city's most famous park - Millenium Park - known for its Cloud Gate sculpture
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Chicago (Near North Side)

A contemporary hotel located in the heart of the city in the River North district. Sleek rooms boast floor-to-ceiling windows, polished wood floors, and minimalist furniture. The best have windows across two walls. Complete with a trendy restaurant and bar, plus a spa. A smart downtown stay.

• Local exploring - Located in the upmarket River North district, the hotel is within walking distance of shops, boutiques, museums, and restaurants
• Spa - An award winning spa offers a range of chromatherapy showers, massages and body treatments
• Restaurant - Portsmith restaurant is a laidback restaurant specialising in seafood and meat

Chicago (Near North Side)

This boutique hotel in the River North district offers an indoor pool, in-room spa treatments, restaurant and popular bar. Rooms are modern with designer bathroom features. Business and fitness centres on site. Proximity to Navy Pier, Michigan Lake and Chicago's landmarks and galleries.

• Views - Rooms offer great city views from floor to ceiling windows
• Whirlpool Bathtub - Book one of the spa suites for a Fuji jet soaking tub
• Swimming Pool - Indoor heated pool open year round
• Restaurant

Galena (Illinois)

Spacious 19th-century mansion converted into elegant owner-run B&B in the heart of the historic district. Original architectural features, antique furnishings and tasteful traditional decor across cosy rooms and public areas creates an authentic homely feel. A charming base for leisurely exploring.

• Luxury - Handcrafted mattresses, lavender-rinsed linens, microfibre bathrobes, Turkish towels & luxe bath products ensure a spoiling stay
• Romantic Break - Plush amenities and roomy fireside living room make Elizabeth Grand Suite ideal for a quiet weekend away a deux
• Local exploring - Located in Galena's Historic District, with views over the downtown and sites within walking distance
• Sights nearby - In addition to Galena Historic District, sites include Linmar Gardens, Belvedere Mansion and J Dubuque Monument

Chicago (Near North Side)

Among the Chicago Mansions, this lively and trendy hotel offers prime location for Magnificent Mile and lakeside views. Contemporary rooms with noteworthy comfortable beds and waterfall showers, offering room service as well as Nico Osteria restaurant for fine Italian cuisine and wines.

• Lively - Salone Nico is a favourite of Chicago bussiness types on an evening.
• Sights nearby - Buckingham Fountain is a must see, as well as 'The Bean'.
• Great walks - Grant Park and Lincoln Park are both worth a visit.
• Views - Either of Lake Michigan or the Chicago skyline.

Chicago (The Loop)

Perfect for the modern traveller or business getaway in Downtown Chicago. Two-chamber rooms with all the mod-cons are contemporary and luxurious. With five restaurants on site there is much choice, as well as the spa and fitness centre. Location is perfect for theatre, shopping and food lovers.

• Sights nearby - The Willis Tower or John Hanncock Centre - both offer great views of the city.
• Lively - Bar and entertainment readily avaliable.
• Restaurant

Chicago (The Loop)

A stylish hotel in downtown Chicago's Loop area. Bold rooms have high-end finishes, rich tones and opulent bathrooms featuring Art Deco touches. There's an elegant lobby, top-notch restaurant with steak tasting menu and an intimate bar. Quiet yet close to the action for a sophisticated city stay.

• Romantic Break - Spacious rooms with elegant furnishings, Frette linen, oversized Calcatta marble bathrooms, fine dining and cosy lobby lounge
• Local exploring - Chicago buzzes with energy and there are plenty of museums, shops and attractions in the area
• Great walks - Enjoy a stroll to Millennium Park, the Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, all less than a mile away
• Sights nearby - Popular attractions like Museum Campus, Soldier Field and the Magnificent Mile are about two miles away

Illinois

An award-winning boutique hotel located in an exclusive Chicago suburb on the banks of Lake Michigan. Built in the 1860s, the property was modelled after a Tudor-style English mansion; expect English Gardens, gabled ceilings and large fireplaces. They serve Afternoon Tea and there is a pub on-site.

• Country Escape - Less than an hour from Chicago, guests come to Lake Forest for low-key beach days, hikes on reserve trails, golf and fishing
• Weddings - Due to the Winsdor Hall and English Gardens, the hotel is a renowned wedding destination for classy high-spend celebrations
• Sights nearby - Wildlife Discovery Center, Popcorn Factory Store and Elawa Farm
• Lakeside

Chicago (Near North Side)

Work hard and party harder. Bold business hotel overlooking Lake Michigan. Rooms resemble cruise liner cabins with impressive views and a stylish mishmash of colours & textures. An indoor pool, spa, yoga classes, buzzing restaurant and a helpful concierge helps make the most of downtime.

• Business meetings - The hotel's high-tech event management makes anything from large conferences to small off-sites easy to arrange
• Local exploring - Explore the city's lakeside area, yet many of the downtown perks are walkable
• Great walks - It's a very short walk to Ohio Beach for swimming or sunbathing with city views
• Swimming Pool - Indoor heated pool

Galena (Illinois)

Award-winning B&B on a rambling 500-acre estate. Suites are located in the historic inn and romantic English-style cottages with screened porches. Expect sumptuous four-poster beds, tasteful antiques and roaring fires. Organic food is divine. Perfect for a classy but rustic country weekend away.

• Back to Nature - Enjoy the bucolic location; surrounded by fields, wetland and forests spend days exploring the estate and getting back to nature
• Romantic Break - There's plenty to do in the area but ideally just stay indoors by the fire, dig into delicious food & spoiling treatments
• Foodies - Food is taken seriously here. Enjoy warming and lovingly made multi-course breakfasts and dinners
• Great walks - There are endless walking trails through the rolling wooded hills of the scenic estate. Look out for wildflowers in the spring

Galena (Illinois)

Romantic inn is situated within an expansive garden estate on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. Spacious rooms are spread over cabins, suites or cottages; almost all look out over the water. Sumptuous decor blends grand four-poster beds, fluffy carpets & spa baths. Luxury in the wilderness.

• Weddings - The picturesque and spacious grounds, scenic riverside location and romantic suites make this perfect for a destination wedding
• Romantic Break - Enjoy strolls around the grounds, soaks in gigantic bathtubs, spoiling massages, delicious dinners & fireside relaxation
• Back to Nature - It's easy to feel completely off grid with only forest, the river and wildlife surrounding you for miles
• Sights nearby - Galena's historic 19th century homes and mansions are less than 10km drive from the estate

Chicago (Near North Side)

Luxury urban resort spread between the 12th & 30th floors of a Lake Michigan tower. Serene rooms feel like you're floating in the sky with phenomenal views and cloud-like beds. Enjoy the Italian steakhouse, spa, indoor pool, and a very cool rooftop bar. Classic contemporary city luxury, a safe bet.

• Designer Shopping - The hotel is attached to Water Tower Place, home of Macy's, so it's not far to the shops. Michigan Avenue is just a block away
• City Style - If you appreicate birds-eye views from bed, fine dining, an A-list art collection and spoiling spa, this is the place for you
• Families - Kids are very welcome; on arrival they pick a toy of their choice, plus special kid's healthy menu & candy cart room service
• Spa - Overseen by the experts at Kalma Spas, treatments, including facials and massages, are designed to heal, relax and renew

Galena (Illinois)

Impressive award-winning 19th-century inn situated in a former jail. Romantic and spacious rooms have antiques, fireplaces, kitchenettes and large bathrooms. Decor blends classic contemporary furniture, fluffy oriental rugs and homely art with historic touches. Warm hospitality is at the core.

• Local exploring - The property is one block from Main Street & Galena's historic centre. Explore galleries, independent boutiques & restaurants
• Romantic Break - With champagne and chocolates on arrival, roaring fires and an adult-only policy, check-in for a romantic weekend for two
• Sights nearby - Galena is known for its well-preserved 19th-century buildings from the time of Abraham Lincoln. Visit historic homes aplenty
• Great walks - Head out of town to Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve for scenic hiking trails

Illinois (Illinois)

This hidden gem offers boutique camping in Starved Rock State Park. Safari-chic meets rustic charm, blending luxury with the great outdoors. Plush tents, a historic event space, and an Airstream bar, setting the stage for adventure and relaxation. An unforgettable escape into the wild.

• Total relaxation - Unwind in elegant tents, savour farm-to-fork cuisine, and revel in serene river views for a chic, tranquil retreat
• Back to Nature - Wake to birdsong in a luxury safari tent, your gateway to Starved Rock's wild beauty, just a whisper away
• Kayaking - Paddle along the serene Vermilion, a canoe journey through nature's masterpiece, moments from your tent's doorstep
• Restaurant - Gourmet, farm-to-table dinner under the stars, all meals are included in the price!

Chicago (Near North Side)

The Peninsula exudes dignified grandeur. Rooms feature touches of high-class elegance such as Bernaudaud china, soaking tubs in bathrooms and specially commissioned art. Impeccable views of glittering downtown Chicago from most rooms and suites. Pool, gym, spa, three award-winning restaurants.

• Spa - The Peninsula Spa is inspired by Ayurvedic and Asian philosophies, wih massages and therapy treatments to soothe any ailment.
• Sights nearby - The Museum of Contemporary Art, Driehaus Museum and beloved Chicago Water Tower are all a 5 minute stroll from the Peninsula.
• Lively area - Located in the Near North area of Downtown Chicago, along the electric Magnificent Mile.
• Restaurant - The Lobby is an elegant location serving contemporary American cuisine.

Chicago (Near North Side)

Overlooking the Chicago River and surrounded by downtown Chi-town skyscrapers, this hotel is a glamorous choice for the discerning traveller. Rooms feature a cream canvas, dark polished woods and royal purple throws. Gym, spa, pool. Exclusive private members' club with city views. Restaurant, bar.

• Sights nearby - Located right next to the ostentatious and famous Trump Tower and less than a mile from the Museum of Contemporary Art.
• Spa - The award winning Chuan Spa offers a range of holistic treatments to relax, renew and pamper
• Swimming Pool - 67 foot heated indoor pool
• Restaurant

Chicago (Near North Side)

All rooms and suites are stylishly furnished with French furniture, floral motifs, art adorning the walls, and shades of plum, champagne, rose and dove grey. Beautiful views over Chicago or Lake Michigan. Spectacular indoor pool under a domed skylight. Gym, full-service spa, hot tub, restaurant.

• Sights nearby - In downtown Chicago there is a multitude of architectural splendour, museums and art galleries in the near vicinity.
• Restaurant - With views over the lake, you can enjoy a meal of gourmet farm-to-table regional fare in an elegant location.
• Views - Panoramic views over Chicago and Lake Michigan.
• Spa - Body treatments, facial, massages and sauna.