Owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, the brand’s first property in Illinois, has opened.
“At Marcus, we manage a wide variety of properties ranging from city-center meeting hotels to upscale resorts,” says Joe Khairallah, COO of Marcus Hotels. “We’re so excited to collaborate with Marriott to bring a new lifestyle hotel to Chicago.”
The eight-story hotel is AC Hotels by Marriott’s fourth property in North America.
“Chicago is such a vibrant city with an active arts scene and energetic urban culture,” says Toni Stoeckl, vice president of lifestyle brands for Marriott International. “Located in the heart of the shopping district and within walking distance to the city’s main tourist attractions, AC Hotel Chicago Downtown is situated perfectly for Millennial travelers looking to experience everything the city has to offer.”
Designed by Chicago-based Gettys Group, the hotel was tailored to appeal to Millennials and features a modern design influenced by a European and Spanish aesthetic with a minimalist focus eliminating unnecessary flourishes. A palette of muted colors is paired with a monochromatic scheme throughout. Guestrooms juxtapose gray and charcoal tones with clean lines and hardwood floors.
Amenities include outdoor terraces, a fifth-floor outdoor patio and indoor pool, the AC Lounge, the AC Kitchen, a fitness center, the AC Library, and 3,000 square feet of meeting space.
