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Reception
$3,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$50 per person
Reception
$3,000 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$50 per person

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About

On WeddingWire since 2017

The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago, is a modern hotel wedding venue located in Chicago, Illinois. This wedding venue is located within the Magnificent Mile right off of Michigan Avenue. Nestled in the heart of Chicago’s shopping district, the couple and wedding guests will find entertainment and attractions throughout the weekend of celebration. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago is here to make your wedding dreams come true.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples may host up to 180 wedding guests at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago.Two stunning ballrooms and 3 outdoor rooftops.


Services Offered
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago can provide the following event services:

  • Accommodations
  • Food and Beverage
  • Wedding Cake
  • Event rentals
  • Two stunning ballrooms
  • Three Outdoor Venues
  • Event planning
  • Lighting/sound
  • Valet parking services
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$50

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Limited Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

13

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Hotel
Restaurant
Rooftop

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December
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5.0 out of 5 rating
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Laura S. Sent on 08/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Make your dream wedding come true at The Gwen!

My experience at The Gwen Hotel was simply extraordinary, making it the ultimate destination for both a memorable stay and hosting the wedding. Having had the privilege of celebrating my wedding at this remarkable establishment and staying there for an entire week, I can confidently say that every moment was nothing short of amazing.

Vasso Power, the director of event planning, deserves special recognition for her unwavering dedication in turning my dream wedding into a reality. Her impeccable organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and infectious charisma made every interaction a pleasure. Vasso's ability to manage even the most intricate aspects of the wedding made me feel like her top priority. Her exceptional support made the process seamless, even as I was coordinating the event remotely. The culinary experience was equally remarkable, with the hotel not only accommodating our requests but also crafting dishes that left a lasting impression on our guests. The food was so exceptional that it remained a topic of conversation days after the wedding.

Our wedding took place in the Lux Suite, a captivating space boasting a generously-sized patio area perfect for enjoying Chicago's beautiful weather and the breathtaking view of Michigan Avenue.

Beyond the wedding, the hotel's commitment to excellence continued to shine. The room block experience was flawlessly executed, with an easy reservation process and a responsive team that ensured everything was taken care of.

Throughout our stay, the hotel staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The front desk staff's warmth and assistance were particularly noteworthy. The rooms themselves were not only spacious but also beautifully modern. Reflecting on my experience, if I were to redo my wedding, there would be no doubt – The Gwen Hotel would be my top choice. Furthermore, for every future visit to the city, The Gwen will undoubtedly be my preferred accommodation.
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Bessie H. Sent on 11/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

You must consider The Gwen-it's a hidden gem!

If you are considering hosting your wedding in Downtown Chicago, PLEASE add The Gwen to your list of venues to visit! Our wedding was on October 26, 2019, we selected the Sapphire Package. We hosted our Tea Ceremony, Wedding Vow Ceremony, and Reception all at The Gwen. It was an absolutely flawless and magnificent experience, not just for us as bride and groom, but also our guests. 3 weeks after the wedding, guests are still telling us how much they enjoyed the wedding! The food was amazing, for cocktail hour, we served 5 hor d'oeuvres (empanadas, shrimp cocktail, bruschetta, chicken wonton, and crabcakes), a signature his and her drink, prosecco, along with open bar....yes our guests were well fed and hydrated ;).

We served a 4 course dinner, lobster bisque, caeser salad, and guests selected from sea bass or NY strip steak, and two kinds of wedding cake; chocolate cake with hazelnut filling, and vanilla cake with lemon curd from Bittersweet Bakery. Finally, we served late night snacks with our hometown theme, deep dish pizza from Lou Malnati's and Chicago style hotdogs prepared by the hotel! The service is absolutely 5 star! I know the couples that visit The Gwen will be impressed once they meet Senior Catering Manager, Vasso Power. She will take your wedding from great to excellent! Her attention to detail, her experience in the wedding industry, her attentiveness will ensure your wedding day is absolutely PERFECT! We literally felt as if we were her only client, and I know she is extremely busy! The Executive Chef Matt Jergens absolutely delivered the best wedding food I've ever tasted! The food we sampled at our tasting matched the day of the wedding, and guests could not stop telling us how delicious the food was! All I heard was, "this wedding is absolutely amazing!"

The Gwen is a boutique hotel, inspired by Art-Deco interior styling. They are part of the Marriott Bonvoy Chain, and their entrance is located on Rush Street, making it quiet and exclusive for guests. They recently renovated their 6th floor gallery ballroom with new carpeting and light fixtures, it's absolutely gorgeous! I highly recommend hosting your wedding at The Gwen, and I am luckily one of those brides who can say, I would not do anything differently on my big day! Thank you so much to Vasso, Matt, and the wonderful staff, it's a day Tom and I will never forget for the rest of our lives!

The guest rooms are spacious, extremely beautifully decorated, and quiet, you cannot hear the outside sounds of the city even though it is in the heart of the magnificent mile. We got ready in The Gwen Lux (presidential) suite, with a private balcony and heating lamps, overlooking Michigan Avenue. The suite had panoramic views with many windows and natural light! Everyone on site was amazing!
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Qingyu Sent on 11/09/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Tracey was the manager for our event. She was very responsive even when the hotel is experiencing their brand change. She and her team was very accommodating to our needs and helped us create a great event that is within our budget. We decided the venue about 3 month away from our wedding date and all the arrangement and meetings went quickly and smoothly. Our day wouldn't been so great and wonderful without the whole team's hard work. I would definitely recommend this venue for wedding events.
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Team

Claudia Wilson
Claudia Wilson
Catering Manager

Experienced hospitality professional with sixteen years of experience in customer service and revenue planning. Highly skilled at building productive interpersonal relationships with clients and teams at all levels of the organization and communicating clearly with diplomacy. A solution-oriented strategist with a focus on long-term goals and cross-functional collaboration, having the ability to successfully establish, build, and analyze profitable business opportunities in competitive industries.

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
color & company, etc . . .llc color & company, etc . . .llc Wedding Florists

The staff here is incredible ... this hotel is what hospitality is all about if they're this nice to the vendors you can imagine what their customer service is like as a client ... I love to do weddings here and recommend them for those who are looking for a special venue. Excellent service for corporate meetings and social events

Preferred Vendors

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The Gwen Hotel frequently asked questions

The Gwen Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Gwen Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Gwen Hotel includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
The space offered by The Gwen Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop
The Gwen Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Gwen Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Gwen Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
The Gwen Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Gwen Hotel is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
The Gwen Hotel currently offers 1 offer promotion for wedding services.

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