Chicago
The Kimpton Gray
Karl Klockars
Deal Expert
Why We Love It
- A rare 4.5-star boutique in Chicago's Loop
- The 293-room hotel revived an 1890s-era building with a multimillion-dollar renovation
- The hotel's 15th-floor rooftop lounge, Boleo, serves Latin American-inspired small plates and cocktails under a retractable glass roof
- The Vol. 39 cocktail lounge, with a variety of vintage spirits, is one of the city's best bars (Chicago magazine)
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Rooms & Rates
Overview
One of the city's newest upscale boutiques, built into a historic skyscraper fresh from a multimillion-dollar renovation in 2016, the Kimpton Gray brings a chic 1920s feel with a touch of "Mad Men" style to Chicago's financial district. Built in an 1890s-era building with a lobby covered in granite and Georgia Gray marble (the source of the hotel's name), the Kimpton group created one of the few 4.5-star options in the Loop.
If the hotel's rooms have the look of a bespoke men's suit, that's entirely on purpose. With a palette of light blues and gentle grays, the rooms feature details like armoires that open up to reveal a bright floral interior -- just like the lining of a fashionable suit jacket. Other thoughtful touches include marble bathrooms with rainfall showerheads, USB chargers in the alarm clocks and huge windows for tons of natural light.
As the building formerly served as office space, original details like maildrops and wide hallways still exist along with crown molding and very thick walls (so noise from other guests is less of a concern). All guests also receive the array of perks you get as a guest of a Kimpton hotel, including yoga mats and umbrellas in each room, free loaner bikes available upon request, free morning coffee and tea service in the lobby along with a free hosted wine hour each night.
The hotel features a number of dining and drinking options as well. Boleo, the striking 15th-story rooftop bar, serves Latin American-inspired cuisine and cocktails underneath a massive glass roof that's retractable during warmer months, while Vol. 39, the cocktail lounge on the hotel's second floor (decorated with mid-century modern furniture and a library of law journals discovered during the renovation), has already been named one of the city's best bars by Chicago magazine. Steadfast, the Gray's first-floor full-service restaurant, features a charcuterie service along with American cuisine influenced by Mediterranean flavors.
A full salon is also on site, and this is the only Kimpton hotel in the city with a dedicated spa as well. A fitness center is also available for guests, and Wi-Fi is free for Kimpton Karma Rewards members.
From the press:
- "[The hotel] breathes fresh life into a once-endangered building designed by the man known as 'the father of the skyscraper'" -- Chicago Tribune
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Enjoyed This
(19 Member Ratings)
(19 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
The front desk help was fabulous- from recommendations for dining and tours to accommodating our luggage before our room was ready. We also loved the wine happy hour and coffee in the morning.
Other Comments
The Steadfast restaurant was also exceptional! Great food and great service!
Daniel
Jul 11, 2018
Zimmerman, MN, USA
Other Comments
Absolutely no view or light when looking out window. Looked out at alley and blank wall of tall building. Ventilation system blew cool air directly in bed where you would sleep
Richard
Jul 09, 2018
Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA
Enjoyed Most
The leisure and convenience of the space and location. The daily wine hour and coffee in the mornings were also a great touch!
Katherine
Jul 08, 2018
Denver, CO, USA
Enjoyed Most
Free wine tasting
DEANNA
Apr 22, 2018
Chatfield, MN, USA
Enjoyed Most
Hotel has been open for just about one year, so everything is clean and new. Simple, modern atmosphere. Warm and welcoming bell and desk staff. Walking distance to The Loop for business travelers.
Lisa
Dec 18, 2017
Hastings On Hudson, NY, USA
Travelzoo Deal Expert
Enjoyed Most
Nice hotel. Good location.
Dennis
Aug 29, 2017
Fitchburg, WI, USA
Enjoyed Most
The amazing modern yet inviting decor, incredibly friendly staff and overall ambience.
Other Comments
The Kimpton Gray was the most positive hotel experience I've had to date. The room was beautiful, the staff were awesome and the overall atmosphere was fantastic. Not to mention, the hotel was in a great location.
Melanie
Aug 07, 2017
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Enjoyed Most
The customer service.
Other Comments
This is a top notch hotel. The rooms size is impressive along with the excellent customer service. Also the location is great.
Lena
Jul 25, 2017
Pikesville, MD, USA
