Oxford Hotels & Resorts Unveils Chicago’s
Newest Luxury Lifestyle Hotel
Today, Oxford Capital Group’s wholly owned management affiliate
Oxford Hotels & Resorts and Curio – A Collection by Hilton™
proudly announce the eagerly-awaited opening of LondonHouse Chicago
at the corner of North Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive. Originally
opened as the London Guarantee Building in 1923, LondonHouse
Chicago pays tribute to its past while also incorporating visually
striking modern elements. The luxury lifestyle hotel brings 452
chic rooms and suites, as well as tech-forward amenities catering
to leisure and business travelers alike.
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Highly Anticipated LondonHouse Chicago,
Curio Collection by Hilton Opens Its Doors on May 26, 2016 (Photo:
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“Our entire development and operational team has worked hard
over the last several years to transform this elegant and historic
building into a beautiful luxury lifestyle hotel,” said John W.
Rutledge, founder, president and CEO of Oxford Capital Group, LLC
and its wholly owned management affiliate Oxford Hotels &
Resorts. “We are thrilled to finally be opening our doors to the
public.”
LondonHouse Chicago is part of Hilton Worldwide’s (NYSE: HLT)
Curio brand, a rapidly-expanding global collection of distinctive
upscale and luxury hotels that caters to passionate travelers
seeking local discovery and authentic experiences. With this
partnership, the hotel participates in the Hilton HHonors® loyalty
program, which is open to all guests and free to join. Visit here
for enrollment information. HHonors members always get our lowest
price with our Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points,
free standard Wi-Fi, access to digital check-in and Digital Key and
no hidden fees, only when they book directly through Hilton. To
celebrate the hotel’s addition to the Curio collection, guests will
enjoy an additional 5,000 bonus points when they stay at the hotel
for a minimum of three nights. Gold and Diamond HHonors members
staying at LondonHouse Chicago will enjoy complimentary breakfast
for up to two registered guests per room – or bonus points – and
space-available room upgrades.
“Thanks in part to distinct details, such as subtle jazz themes
and custom artwork incorporated into its design, LondonHouse
Chicago is a true reflection of The Windy City’s history dating
back to the Roaring Twenties,” said Dianna Vaughan, senior vice
president and global head, Curio – A Collection by Hilton and
DoubleTree by Hilton. “We’re honored to welcome this new icon in
Chicago hospitality to our growing global collection, where our
guests can not only enjoy that uniquely local Chicago experience
just steps from the hotel, but throughout the property as
well.”
Design
Inspired by the London Guarantee & Accident Building, the
nearly 100-year old structure in which the hotel is located,
LondonHouse Chicago uses its design to memorialize the era in which
the 23-floor tower was originally built. Oxford also worked closely
with architecture firm Goettsch Partners to develop a new 22-story
modernist glass tower designed to synchronize seamlessly with the
360 North Michigan Avenues building’s timeless Art Deco
architecture. Simeone Deary Design Group, the hotel’s interior
design firm, also incorporated its jazz themes subtly with stylish
interior architectural materials blending classic and modern
designs. Some materials and furniture were secured by the Getty’s
Group procurement division.
“We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to work closely
with Oxford’s development team to concept and design the interiors
for LondonHouse Chicago,” said Lisa Simeone, owner of Simeone Deary
Design Group. “The Landmark nature of this gorgeous and
iconic building, its 1920s original inception and its location at
the historic site of Fort Dearborn provided a wealth of inspiration
for our narrative and design. From flappers’ beaded dresses to
industrial automobile interiors to generals’ uniforms and beyond,
our modern-take on these design elements allowed us to be inspired
by the past but ground ourselves in the present.”
London House’s elegant design aesthetic is further elevated
through a custom art collection and unique prints curated by
Indiewalls to visualize the property’s glamour while telling a
story of opulence, intrigue, and history.
Guest Amenities
LondonHouse Chicago features LH, the highly anticipated
tri-level rooftop, a lobby bar, a full-service destination spa
offering customizable treatments, a 24-hour fitness center,
complimentary internet access via Wi-Fi; two floors of upscale
retail, The Shops at LondonHouse. The guestrooms are equipped with
55-inch high-def televisions using SoniCast, an innovative media
streaming program powered by Google Chromecast and designed to cast
a guest’s favorite movies, TV shows, music, photos and more from an
iOS or Android mobile device.
The guest rooms and suites will also be equipped with
Bluetooth-friendly Tivoli clock radios, mini refrigerators, luxury
linen bedding and towels and signature Frette LondonHouse robes.
Other amenities for today’s savvy traveler include convenient task
desks and marble-clad bathrooms with high-end Malin + Goetz
products.
For an especially opulent experience, LondonHouse introduces The
Presidential Suite, designed with a living area, private dining
space, a double-sided fireplace, a separate butler’s kitchen, and
expansive views of the Chicago River and skyline. Also available
is LH Cupola, an intimate and open-air exclusive space
available for private events and engagements.
Dining
Led by Executive Chef and Beverage Director Riley Huddleston,
the hotel’s culinary program pays homage to the building’s history
via re-imagined American cuisine and chef-crafted cocktails. The
featured dining establishments are Bridges Lobby Bar and LH,
Chicago’s first tri-level rooftop venue located on floors 21 – 23.
Huddleston’s innovative culinary style blends classic French
training with modern cooking techniques. He draws on his eclectic
mix of experiences to build creative menus that focus on the best
produce and ingredients available from around the world.
In LH, Huddleston brings diners to new heights with gourmet
fare, retro chef-crafted cocktails on tap and stunning vistas of
downtown Chicago, complemented by magnificent views of the Chicago
River. For guests who need to unwind any day of the week, LH also
offers shared plates alongside a full bar with hand-crafted
specialty cocktails and a variety of domestic wines. LH on 21
opens at 5 p.m. daily, LH on 22 is available to guests after 2 p.m.
each day, and LH Cupola is an exclusive event space on the 23rd
floor, available only for private reservations. Some featured menu
items include: Blue Fin Toro with fresh Wasabi grated on
Sharkskin; Beef Tartare with Quail Egg, Cornichons, forest
smoke and hazelnut and focaccia crackers; Tomahawk steak
with roasted potato cream, shiro dashi broth and a selection of
salts.
Meanwhile, the stylish but casual Bridges Lobby Bar on the 2nd
floor boasts broad views of the Chicago River and its bridges, as
well as areas outfitted with plush, jewel-toned furniture and an
antique mirror behind the bar to reflect the subtle curves of the
river. Open for light breakfast, lunch and dinner, the menu
features artisan pastries, sandwiches and shareable bites, organic
juices, local micro-roast coffee and chef-driven cocktails.
Meetings and Events
From ballrooms exuding sophistication and style to meeting
spaces ideal for small corporate gatherings or private dinners,
LondonHouse Chicago houses 25,000 square feet of modern and
flexible function venues to meet all needs. The Juliette and
Whistler ballrooms feature high ceilings, a column free open layout
and design details inspired by the heavily beaded couture dresses
worn in the 1920s. The hotel also offers traditional executive
options, with a total of 10 meeting spaces and breakout rooms, as
well as one boardroom, situated throughout the property. Located on
the 22nd floor, atop the hotel, are four stylish private dining
spaces of all sizes, including Etoile, which boasts a patio that
can accommodate 80 for an outdoor reception. Each private dining
room offers an airy atmosphere and majestic river views. No matter
the occasion, Executive Chef Riley Huddleston and his team
personally cater to each host’s preferences to create a memorable
menu.
LondonHouse Chicago is located at 85 East Wacker Drive at North
Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601. For more information, or to
make a reservation, travelers can call +1 312-357-1200 or visit
londonhousechicago.com. Guests are also encouraged to “like”
LondonHouse Chicago on Facebook and “follow” on Twitter and
Instagram.
About LondonHouse Chicago
Opening May 26, 2016, the full-service, luxury lifestyle hotel,
LondonHouse Chicago, offers 452 luxury guest rooms and suites
featuring scenic views of North Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive,
the Chicago River and many other city landmarks. Hotel amenities
include LH, Chicago’s only tri-level rooftop featuring private
dining spaces, an indoor bar, outdoor rooftop terrace and a private
top floor Cupola, a chef-driven restaurant and Bridges Lobby Bar,
retail outlets and 25,000 square-feet of meeting and event space
including two ballrooms for social dinners and weddings of up to
300 guests, or receptions for 350 or more. Additional features
include a full service spa, 24-hour fitness center and
state-of-the-art-technology. LondonHouse Chicago, an Oxford Capital
Group development and Union Real Estate Investment is affiliated
with Curio – A Collection by Hilton and guests have the added
benefit of earning and redeeming Hilton HHonors® points during
their stay. For information, visit londonhousechicago.com.
About Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Curio – A Collection by Hilton™ (curio.com), launched in 2014,
is a global set of more than 20 hand-picked upscale and luxury
hotels that meet independent-minded travelers’ needs for local
discovery and authentic experiences, all while providing the
quiet reassurance and support of the Hilton name and its
award-winning Hilton HHonors program. Discover the collection’s
latest stories at news.curio.com, connect with the brand
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inquire about development opportunities
at hiltonworldwide.com/development.
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