New Chicago hotels continue to elevate the city’s status as a welcoming, world-class travel destination, attracting millions of visitors every year.
At ftnnews.com, we continue to bring you the latest hotel openings in Chicago. Below you will find new hotels in Chicago that opened in 2021, and 2022, 2023, and 2024.
New Chicago Hotels Opening in 2024
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Medical District UIC
Opening Date: November 2024
Address: 710 S Seeley Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60612
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Medical District UIC offers comfortable accommodations in the heart of the Illinois Medical District, just a 10-minute drive from downtown Chicago. Conveniently located across the street from Rush University and a mile from the United Center, the hotel provides easy access to nearby attractions such as the WNDR Museum, which is less than two miles away. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a complimentary hot breakfast each morning. The hotel also welcomes pets, making it an ideal choice for travelers with furry companions.
The on-site Rooftop Restaurant & Bar offers a chic dining experience with contemporary American cuisine, where guests can savor a cocktail and a trendy meal while taking in views of the urban skyline. Additional features of the Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Medical District UIC include non-smoking rooms, a business center, and a variety of amenities designed to provide a comfortable and convenient stay in Chicago.
RIU Plaza Chicago
Opening Date: July 2024
Address: 150 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60601
Located in the heart of Chicago, the Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago is the ideal choice for a city break in one of the best cities in the United States. The hotel, with its contemporary design inspired by Chicago’s architectural style, features 28 floors and 390 well-equipped rooms with amenities like air conditioning, a small fridge, satellite TV, and a 24-hour gym.
Guests can enjoy an American-style breakfast buffet with vegetarian options, or grab snacks and drinks to go from the Grab&Go service. The hotel’s 27th-floor Rooftop Bar offers stunning city views and a range of cocktails and snacks. Its central location allows easy access to Chicago’s top attractions, including shopping on the Magnificent Mile, Willis Tower, and the Chicago River or Lake Michigan.
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Opening Date: May 2024
Address: 101 East Erie Street, River North, Chicago, 60611
The 289-suite Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile, located at 101 East Erie Street, sits in the heart of the Mag Mile, surrounded by a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, as well as the lively Millennium Park. This charming hotel provides easy access to major Chicago attractions such as the Art Institute of Chicago, Water Tower Place, Navy Pier, Lakefront Trail, Chicago Riverwalk, and Lincoln Park Zoo.
The all-suite Residence Inn offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites, including options for connecting rooms. Guests can enjoy a restful stay with plush mattresses and crisp linens, while those needing to stay productive will appreciate the large, well-lit work desk, ergonomic chair, and complimentary high-speed Internet access in each suite. The suites also feature fully-equipped kitchens with coffeemakers, microwaves, residential-sized appliances, and flat-screen TVs with streaming capabilities for a home-away-from-home experience.
New Chicago Hotels Opened in 2023
St. Regis Chicago
Opening Date: June 2023
Address: 363 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
The St. Regis Chicago is set to debut in early 2023 as the 50th St. Regis globally. Through architectural ingenuity and a shimmering homage to sky and water, the 101-story St. Regis Chicago, designed by award-winning architect Jeanne Gang, has changed Chicago’s iconic skyline. It is now the third tallest building in Chicago, the 10th tallest in the United States and the tallest building in the world, designed by a female. The tower’s crystalline form was inspired by the facets of a shimmering gem and the building is coated in six varying shades of blue-green glass to reflect the changing colors of Lake Michigan.
The hotel will comprise the first 11 floors of the building, featuring 192 luxurious guest rooms, multiple signature dining options, a 12,000 square foot, world class, St. Regis Spa, a fitness center, indoor pool and outdoor sunken terrace with scenic views, a 5,000 square foot ballroom and 3,000 square feet of executive and pre-function space and the St. Regis Signature Butler Service. The hotel’s backyard is a six acre botanical green space featuring a children’s play park, dog park and attractive ornamental and water gardens.
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Holiday Inn & Staybridge Suites O’Hare – Rosemont
Opening Date: May 2023
Address: 6600 Mannheim Road, Rosemont, 60018
IHG’s dual-branded Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites property opened in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont, Ill.
Located 10 minutes from Chicago O’Hare Airport, there is a complimentary airport shuttle to the new Chicago hotels.
5 miles from O’Hare Airport, the property features 284 rooms (139 Holiday Inn, 145 Staybridge Suites) on nine floors, the hotel offers guests a broader choice while bringing together unique elements of each brand. The Holiday Inn portion of the property is the first in the Americas to feature its refreshed and modernized H5 guest room design concepts, while the adjoining Staybridge Suites section maintains its signature spacious, feel-at-home suites and weekly “The Social” public area happy hour gatherings.
All guests additionally can enjoy access to shared common areas and amenities, such as the indoor pool, fitness center, and outdoor patio and grills. Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites O’Hare Airport further invites gathering and celebration in its more than 9,000 square feet of meeting and event space and offers locally sourced Midwestern classics at the Land & Lake Restaurant.
Arlo Chicago
Opening Date: May 2023
Address: 168 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601
The 218-room Arlo Chicago marks the debut of Arlo Hotels in the Midwest region and is the brand’s sixth property overall. Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, just steps from the iconic Millennium Park, Arlo Chicago embodies the stylish sophistication of the Magnificent Mile, the artistic refinement of the Cultural Mile, and the vibrant energy of the Loop business district. This combination creates a unique and unified community atmosphere that captures the essence of Chicago’s diverse urban landscape.
The guest rooms at Arlo Chicago blend modern design with smart amenities, offering a fresh perspective on the historic charm of the landmark 1916 Atlantic Bank building. The hotel’s on-site restaurant, About Last Knife, takes a creative approach to American cuisine by merging the classic elements of a steakhouse with the innovative flair of a gastropub, providing guests with a memorable dining experience in a chic and contemporary setting.
New Chicago Hotels Opened in 2022
The Emily Hotel
Opening Date: January 2022
Address: 311 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607
The Emily Hotel, situated at the former location of The Ace Hotel, is a boutique hotel concept inspired by art, nature. The 159 room property (with 147 guest rooms and 12 suites) has recently set down roots in Chicago’s Fulton Market, and features a Coffee Bar serving locally roasted Sparrow Coffee, Selva, a rooftop cocktail bar and Fora, the hotel’s ground floor Mexican-inspired, seafood-forward restaurant.
Guests can also enjoy over 7,300 feet of meeting and event space, an Artist in Residence program celebrating local artists through on-property, curated activations and a collection of unique pieces throughout the hotel and, during the warmer months, the Rooftop Cinema Club Fulton Market.
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The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection
Opening Date: July 2022
Address: 208 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60604
The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection offers a sophisticated and tailored experience for business and leisure travelers. The LaSalle Chicago features luxurious amenities and distinctive touches that are anything but typical. Museum-quality art, high-end bath products, stately décor, it is all part of the uniqueness that makes The LaSalle Chicago unlike any other stay within the heart of downtown Chicago.
Sitting 21 stories above street level, the hotel is in the preeminent destination within Chicago’s Financial District.
The hotel includes a signature restaurant and lounge; 232 luxury suites and oversized guestrooms, featuring elegant furnishings, millwork, cabinetry, and large marble-clad bathrooms; a library retreat and a beautiful solarium adjacent to the hotel lobby; a state-of-the-art fitness center; and over 7,500 sq. feet of ballroom and meeting space. Amenities of note include Beautyrest Black by Simmons beds, Lavazza espresso machines, mini-refrigerators, and 65-inch UHD TVs.
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citizenM Chicago Downtown
Opening Date: September 2022
Address: 80 East Wacker Place, Chicago IL 60601
The newly constructed 280-room hotel is conveniently situated between the Riverwalk and Millennium Park, with a colorful exterior façade and entranceway commissioned by world-renowned artist Nina Chanel Abney.
With a stay at CitizenM Chicago Downtown, you’ll be centrally located in Chicago, steps from Michigan Avenue and 5 minutes by foot from Grant Park. This 4-star hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Millennium Park and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Navy Pier.
All of its rooms are the same – 14 sq m, all with one XL king-size bed to share, ideal for 2 adults. Rooms feature refrigerators and iPads. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at CanteenM – open 24/7 serving guests of CitizenM Chicago Downtown. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events.
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voco Chicago Downtown
Opening Date: November 2022
Address: 350 W. Wolf Point Plaza, Chicago, Illinois 60654
IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened the hotel in the city’s River North district features stylish guestrooms for you to relax in, free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool, and modern event spaces.
The hotel also provides direct access to theMART via a skybridge. From Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile, to some of the Chicago’s best restaurants in the West Loop and Fulton Market, voco™ Downtown Chicago is just minutes away from the Windy City’s iconic sites.
Guest rooms with eco-friendly and plush bedding, luxury amenities including a Nespresso coffee maker, reusable glass bottles and an ergonomic workstation. The hotel also boasts a heated indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center equipped with a Peloton bike and sauna.
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Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn – Wolf Point
Opening Date: November 2022
Address: 350 W Wolf Point Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654
IHG’s dual branded hotel with voco Chicago Downtown, it reflects this commitment to delivering elevated comforts, occupying 10 floors and 521 rooms of a historic building that has been a Chicago icon for more than four decades.
Overlooking the Chicago River, the reimagined Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn – Wolf Point puts you within minutes of Fulton Market and the Loop, the heart of the city. The River North hotel offers fresh contemporary guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, and spectacular views. Sharing common areas with our sister property, voco Chicago Downtown, our hotel combines the comfort of Holiday Inn and elegant touches of Chicago’s first voco hotel.
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Tru by Hilton Naperville Chicago
Opening Date: November 2022
Address: 1809 West Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL, 60563
At the junction of Interstate 88 and Illinois Highway 59, our hotel is within easy reach of Naperville’s attractions. We’re 10 minutes from Chicago Premium Outlet Mall, 15 minutes from DuPage Children’s Museum, and 35 minutes from Brookfield Zoo.
The 121-room hotel features the build your own ‘Top It’ breakfast bar with signature pancakes and sweet and savory toppings, allowing guests to create their own healthy or indulgent morning masterpieces, thoughtfully designed rooms with oversized windows for natural light; a multifunctional fitness center; and fast Wi-Fi. The property also offers a heated indoor pool, premium snacks, light meal options and single-serve wine and beer are available for purchase at “Eat. & Sip.,” a 24/7 retail market.
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New Chicago Hotels Opened in 2021
Sonder Jewelers Row
Opening Date: February 2021
Address: Chicago Loop, 19 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago
Jewelers Row is the architectural gem of the Chicago Loop. Designed by Adler and Sullivan, the innovative style adds a modern touch to the building. Tall windows brighten up each space, complete with a fully equipped kitchen and in-suite laundry. Check out the dynamic food scene and vivid Theater District in this fascinating city. The Bean landmark and State Street shopping are just minutes away. Set between high-rises and Millenium Park, Jewelers Row offers a stylish space for your stay.
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Sable at Navy Pier, Curio Collection by Hilton
Opening Date: March 2021
Address: 900 East Grand Avenue, Chicago IL, 60611
As part of Curio Collection by Hilton, Sable at Navy Pier at 900 East Grand Avenue combines lush accommodations with elegance and comfort. With an innovative and historically sensitive design by KOO, the hotel features 223 guest rooms and suites beautifully-appointed with a nautical theme that incorporates the naval history of the city’s pier, with weathered brass, ship building materials and the use of smooth curves to illustrate that of a ship’s interior cabin, along with a color palette of mixed neutrals which are highlighted by a spectrum of blues and blue-greens to pay homage to the lake. Each room boasts floor to ceiling windows with unparalleled lake and skyline views, along with corner room upgrades, serenity beds, and spacious living room areas. The angled surfaces of each room’s window seat create a textured exterior that allows the ever-changing range of light, shadow, and color of the lake to reflect within the space, offering a truly unique perspective for locals and out of towners alike.
With more than 4,300 square feet of meeting and event space, Sable at Navy Pier is poised to host the city’s most elegant weddings, parties and functions. The hotel was strategically designed to have three separate towers so guests looking to host an event have the option to rent an entire wing of the hotel to enjoy extra space and privacy.
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Pendry Chicago
Opening Date: May 2021
Address: 230 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601
Located in the heart of the Loop neighborhood, Pendry Chicago is a reimagination of the iconic 1920s-era Carbide & Carbon Building, a true American Art Deco landmark.
Pendry Chicago has 364 newly redesigned guestrooms and suites; completely renovated and reinvigorated public spaces including the hotel’s signature modern French brasserie and cafe, Venteux; the intimate Bar Pendry; The Billiard Gallery, and a summer rooftop bar Château Carbide, set 24 stories above Michigan Avenue delivers the lifestyle of the Côte d’Azur with a very Chicago spin.
The hotel offers 13,000 square feet of diverse meetings and event space, a state-of- the-art fitness center, and a curated art collection featuring works from both world-renowned and local Chicago artists.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown
Opening Date: June 2021
Address: 2357 South Wentworth Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, USA, 60616
The all suite hotel has 148 comfortable suites, a fitness studio, and a complimentary daily buffet or hot breakfast option. The hotel also features an expansive lobby perfect for small gatherings as well as a boardroom for upcoming meetings, small weddings, and more.
The on-site fitness center, open 24 hours, offers health conscious guests a selection of treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, free weights and yoga mats.
The Springhill Suites by Marriott is located in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant and bustling Chinatown. It’s a mile from McCormick Place Convention Center. For sports lovers, Soldier Field and Guaranteed Rate Field are less than two miles. Three miles away are Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium.
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Selina Chicago
Opening Date: September 2021
Address: 100 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611
Selina opens in Chicago’s bustling Gold Coast neighborhood. Combining the comfort and style of a boutique hotel with the social experiences of a retreat or festival, Selina Chicago is curated for a new generation of globally fluid, economically conscious, and socially-minded travelers, locals, and remote workers.
Selina’s newest location spans 16 floors in the heart of Chicago’s iconic Magnificent Mile. Complete with 600 beds—a combination of community rooms, lofts, apartments, suites, and hybrid rooms—Selina also features a communal kitchen, library, cinema, wellness center, and full-service restaurant HOWM Cafe & Concept store.
Selina Chicago hotel is a 10-minute walk from Oak Street beach, less than 30 minutes from Millennium Park, and a short ride away from Navy Pier and Lincoln Park Zoo.
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The Study at University of Chicago
Opening Date: September 2021
Address: 1227 E 60th Street, Chicago, IL 60637
Located on the prestigious university’s gothic grounds, the hotel is a two-minute walk from the center of campus and adjacent to a new major university facility – The Rubenstein forum.
The 167-room hotel features deluxe accommodations, including the brand’s signature Study units and Suites.
All guestrooms at The Study at University of Chicago feature a signature leather chair with ottoman and expansive window-facing desk surface. Frette linens, complimentary wireless Internet, and exceptional task lighting from Spain-based Marset offer guests an inspirational and comfortable stay. All bathrooms are outfitted with Duravit sinks, consoles with Hansgrohe fixtures, C.O. Bigelow toiletries, and Frette towels.
The hotel has an intimate tavern-style restaurant with a designed interior that is at once reminiscent of the past while being firmly rooted in the present.
A bar area with elevated lounge seating along the windows allows for spirited conversation in a relaxed setting. Grounded by a fireplace, the dining room impresses a feeling of comfortable familiarity yet elevated elegance. A custom mural from Boston-based artist Dean Barger adorns the elevation above the bar.
The Study at University of Chicago offers approximately 4,700 square feet of conference space, with many flexible small and large event spaces both indoors and out.
Other amenities include Complimentary morning coffee, newspapers, Complimentary Wi-fi, Room service, Laptop friendly safe, Laundry service, Valet Parking, Fitness facility with the latest Life Fitness equipment.
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Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop
Opening Date: November 2021
Address: 226 West Jackson Blvd, Chicago, Illinois, 60606
Hilton’s new lifestyle property at 226 W. Jackson—the former site of the bustling headquarters of the iconic Chicago and North Western Railway—joins the recently opened Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop to become a dual-branded hospitality powerhouse in the city’s Loop neighborhood.
Amassing 350 guest rooms and suites between the two properties, the complex offers two on-site restaurant concepts, two unique meeting and event spaces, an on-site fitness center and an outdoor terrace space. Developed by Chicago-based Phoenix Development Partners and operated by Aimbridge Hospitality, the new complex serves as a sign of hope and growth for Chicago tourism and travel. A prime destination for both business and leisure travel alike, the properties are steps away from many major corporate offices, co-working spaces such as Convene, social hubs including the Metropolitan Club, fine dining and award-winning entertainment and attractions including the Willis Tower Skydeck.
Canopy Chicago Central Loop offers 215 guest rooms, including 23 spacious king suites and the Depot 226 restaurant. The modern, boutique-style concept is designed as a natural extension of the Loop neighborhood, steps away from major attractions and institutions including the Willis Tower Skydeck, Lyric Opera of Chicago, The Chicago Theatre District and much more. Guests can enjoy a ride on the hotel’s complimentary Canopy Bikes to explore the surrounding area, and “Canopy Enthusiasts” (hotel Team Members) are available to connect guests to the best of the neighborhood from city tours to suggesting a hidden gem to visit.
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Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop
Opening Date: November 2021
Address: 245 S. Franklin St., Chicago, Illinois, 60606
Located in a historic building in Chicago’s financial district, the hotel is across the street from Willis Tower, home of Skydeck Chicago. Set in the bustle of the loop neighborhood surrounded by award-winning restaurants and theatre. Legendary attractions such as Millennium Park, Chicago Riverwalk, and the shops on State are under 10 minutes away.
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The Chicago Hotel Collection – Millennium Park
Opening Date: August 2021
Address: 55 E Washington Chicago, IL 60602
Located just steps from Chicago’s iconic Millennium Park, it is a family, and pet-friendly, 4-star extended-stay suites hotel that brings together the stylish sophistication of The Magnificent Mile®, the artistic refinement of the Cultural Mile, and the savvy street smarts of the Loop business district.
Its suites feature smart designs that maximize your space and comfort for group or extended stays. Choose from studio, one, two or three bedroom layouts. Two and three bedroom Suites have 2 full bathrooms. All Suites have full kitchens with coffee maker, stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher.
Guests will have access to an expert Concierge Team and receive an incredible daily amenity package featuring 3 drinks per night, free Wi-Fi, use of Peloton Bikes on-site with reservation, early check-in/late check-out.
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The Chicago Hotel Collection & Suites Magnificent Mile
Opening Date: December 2021
Address: 166 E Superior Chicago, IL 60610
Placed on Chicago’s famed Michigan Ave, and along the Magnificent Mile, The Chicago Hotel Collection & Suites Magnificent Mile puts you in the heart of The Windy City. World-class shopping, stunning views, and premium culinary destinations are all within reach when you stay here.
The hotel offers free fast Wi-Fi, cozy beds with plush linens and fluffy pillows. Select hotel suites feature large living areas, making sleepovers and family getaways extra playful.
The hotel’s other amenities include a free hot coffee bar available 24/7 in the lobby, 24/7 access to the large fitness center with cardio and weight equipment, 24/7 access to the business center with fast internet.
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Some notable openings in 2020 include: Nobu Hotel Chicago, 21c Museum Hotel Chicago
Read our earlier articles on Chicago hotel openings: 2019-2020 | 2017-2018
