Chicago Hotel Redesigns its 254 Guest Rooms to Accommodate Travelers'
Ever-Changing Needs
CHICAGO, July 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Essex Inn, an independently owned and
operated hotel located in Chicago's revitalized South Loop, recently
completed a $4 million renovation project that gave the hotel's 254 guest
rooms, suites and hallways an art-inspired makeover.
With this redesign, each floor boasts its own theme highlighting print
works of renowned artists such as Picasso, Andy Warhol and Van Gough. Every
room features upscale new wall and floor coverings, furniture, accent
decor, bedding, refurbished bathrooms, flat screen TVs and MP3-compatible
alarm clock/radios, as well as wireless internet access. The hotel's
hallways received a similar refurbishment and the elevators are equipped
with TV screens and are finished with brushed metal. Additionally, the
business center now has both PC and Mac compatibility and ergonomic chairs,
tailoring to the business traveler's needs. Also, a handy kiosk navigates
guests through Chicago's attractions with helpful information on everything
from the weekend's events and must-see destinations to restaurant and
nightclub recommendations.
"The Essex Inn takes pride in the fact that we meet our guests'
ever-changing travel needs and offer a unique Chicago experience," said
Andrew Schwebel, general manager, Essex Inn. "Fashionable decor and
amenities such as technology upgrades further enhance the experiences for
family and business travelers alike and help to create a long-lasting
impression of our hotel and the city of Chicago."
The Essex Inn features a host of other amenities such as its
one-of-a-kind, all-season rooftop swimming pool that also includes an
outdoor sundeck overlooking the sites of Chicago and a state-of-the-art
fitness center with sauna. The property has meeting and banquet rooms for
small or mid-sized conferences and events, accommodating party sizes from
12 to 150 attendees. The Essex Inn also offers affordable packages that can
be customized to fit an individual's or group's specific needs.
Located at 800 South Michigan Avenue, the Essex Inn is conveniently
located directly across the street from Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park and
Millennium Park, as well as near some of Chicago's prime tourism
attractions such as the Art Institute, the Field Museum, John Hancock
Observatory, The Sears Tower Skydeck, the Shedd Aquarium, and others. The
property features 254 spacious guest rooms and suites and has a unique,
all-season rooftop swimming pool that includes an outdoor sundeck and a
1,350 square-foot fitness center with a sauna. Additionally, the hotel has
four banquet rooms that offer over 3,000 square feet of meeting and
entertainment space. For more information about the Essex Inn call (312)
989-2800, toll-free at (800) 621-6909 or visit http://www.essexinn.com.
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