Situated at 127 West Huron Street in Chicago’s trendy River North neighbourhood, the 16-storey upper upscale lifestyle hotel is adjacent to the Hotel Felix Chicago. Designed by Chicago-based Valerio Dewalt Train, the full-service hotel will include 221 rooms, with 194 studio suites and 27 one-bedroom suites that will offer panoramic views of the city skyline from all directions.
The hotel will offer restaurant and lobby bar, a 12,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor rooftop lounge, and conference space accented with water elements, fire pits and greenery. The conference space is designed to host various indoor/outdoor events ranging from small corporate board meetings to social dinners and weddings of up to 150 guests, or receptions for 400 or more. Additional features include an elegant spa, 24-hour fitness centre, two-floor parking space, free Wi-Fi, and advanced technology.
The design of the Godfrey Hotel was conceived as a tight wrapping of cubist forms that shift inward and outward to reveal the building’s expressive structural frame. The interiors of the hotel are designed by Gettys Design Group Chicago, and are in line with the building’s striking architecture. The interior design features a unique interplay of strong geometric forms and the impactful use of colour.
The marble-clad, elliptical lobby of the hotel is adorned with sculptural seating groups and floor-to-ceiling windows. The fixtures and forms at the space create an uplifting effect, inspiring guests and drawing them up to the expansive lounge and rooftop terrace. This space offers panoramic views of Chicago skyline, and feature dark polished stone, rich custom carpet, sculptural lighting and lush upholstered seating. The guestrooms on the upper floors offer comfortable, functional style with contemporary built-in furnishings and quality bedding.
The new property is in close vicinity to city’s famous landmarks, and offers easy access to freeways and mass transit. The Godfrey Hotel is expected to create 100 permanent jobs and over 200 construction jobs.
