RIU Plaza Chicago Hotel opens its doors

RIU Hotels & Resorts and Chicago-based developer The Prime Group recently celebrated the opening of the RIU Plaza Chicago Hotel. The new four-star establishment with 390 rooms is strategically located in the heart of Chicago's world-famous Magnificent Mile shopping district, and from September it will offer guests and visitors alike panoramic views of the city from the 27th floor of the building in the hotel’s bar, The Rooftop.

The hotel is in a prime location in the city, which has one of the best public transport systems in the United States, at 150 E. Ontario. Thanks to Chicago's great transport connections, residents and visitors alike can easily explore all the city’s landmarks, making it ideal for business travelers and leisure tourists.

Designed by Lucien Lagrange and Lamar Johnson Collaborative, the 28-story building offers modern facilities and a wide range of services, such as a fully equipped gym, a restaurant and the lobby bar. The hotel’s star attraction is its bar on the 27th floor —The Rooftop — which will open in September. As well as the bar service and several food options, guests and visitors can contemplate magnificent panoramic views of the city from the dizzying heights of the glass balcony.

The imposing mural that runs along the lobby's frieze is reminiscent of the iconic Art Deco style and combines materials such as marble and wood with recycled elements. The 390 hotel rooms offer a modern and comfortable space where natural light flows from the sleeping area into the bathroom, characterized by light furniture with iron structures and walk-in showers.

With a classic interior and abundant natural light, the hotel's welcoming restaurant offers a full buffet breakfast included in the room rate. The lobby bar offers a Grab&Go service with a wide selection of snacks, coffees and beverages.

W.E. O’Neil served as the general contractor.