The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, a Four Seasons Hotel

Offering easy access to the shopping, shows, restaurants, museums, and nightlife Chicago is famous for, The Ritz Carlton Chicago has more to offer than just luxury accommodations and impeccable service. Towering high above the famous Magnificent Mile and sharing an address with one of Chicago’s most famous shopping centers, the view from any room or suite leaves little to be desired.

The Peninsula

What do you get when you combine traditional Hong Kong service with warm Midwestern hospitality and a key downtown locale? An amazing hotel experience unlike any other, one that may only be found at The Peninsula in Chicago.

As a guest at the Peninsula, you can expect to experience the utmost in personalized service, as there is a team dedicated to delivering just that. You will never have to ask for something twice, as each guest is treated as a VIP, with preferences noted and acknowledged upon each visit.

Chicago Botanic Gardens

Located about 40 minutes outside downtown Chicago, the Chicago Botanic Gardens offer a lush green oasis for people of all ages. With 24 well-manicured gardens on 385 acres, the ever-changing scenery has the power to take you to (what feels like) a far away place.

From the beautiful bonsai collection, to the lakeside gardens, to the rose gardens, there is certain to be something to please everyone. And with their educational programs for adults and children, anyone can take advantage of the opportunity to learn from the experts at the Gardens.

Chicago's Museum Campus

Three of Chicago's best (and best-known) museums are located along the iconic lakefront, residing in a beautiful 57-acre park, known as Chicago's Museum Campus. Part of the fun is in getting to the museums, as you can enjoy a nice bike ride or a leisurely walk on the trails through the park and along the lake. Grab a Chicago-style hot dog from one of numerous hot dog stands along the way, or wander up near Buckingham Fountain for an ice cream cone.

Buckingham Fountain

While each museum is quite unique from the next, all center around the natural sciences and share amazing views of sparkling Lake Michigan and that famous city skyline.

The Cone Story: Hotel Sofitel's Architecture

Chicago's Hotel Sofitel's architecture has a story of its very own, and that story begins with an international competition for the property which was won by French architect Jean Paul Viguier. A true lover of Chicago, Viguier set out to incorporate the city into his plans, including one of the city's most famous buildings, the Hancock, even though it is located 3 blocks from the Sofitel property.

"City Favorites": Hotel Sofitel Chicago

With its French roots, modern flair, and focus centered on the senses, the Hotel Sofitel in Chicago has much more to offer than meets the eye. Designed by renowned French architect Jean-Paul Viguier, the architecture of the hotel has a story of its own. 



The Sofitel's appeal to the senses begins immediately upon entering the beautiful lobby, where soft furniture with warm and welcoming fabrics beckons you to kick back and relax. The fragrance of bright, freshly-cut flowers fills the air as you're wrapped in the tranquil lighting coming from the large windows, the ceiling, wall, and floor fixtures, and even the end tables. Located just off the lobby, the Cafe Des Architectes' inviting ambiance and decor, delightful staff, and delicious menu options make it a must-try.


The Cafe Des Architectes

 A fine dining restaurant, Cafe Des Architectes is a modern French brasserie that is open for every meal of the day. Here you will find contemporary French cuisine made from local and national ingredients, presented in way that will please both the palate and the eye. And with a seasonal outdoor terrace, indoor seating arrangements for groups large or small, and the chic bar, there is no shortage of options for where you'd like to enjoy your gourmet meal.



A warm & welcoming Superior guestroom

Each of the Sofitel's spacious 415 guestrooms, which includes 33 suites, boast brightly colored carpeting, designer furnishings, floor to ceiling windows to allow ample natural light and awesome views of downtown and the Hancock Observatory, and beautiful artwork to tie it all together.



The spacious & luxurious Presidential Suite

 





The European-style bathrooms- with separate showers and tubs- are all marble and come complete with all the amenities to make you feel right at home. Plush towels, a cozy robe, an inviting bathtub, and luxurious Hermes toiletries 

The Sofitel also boasts:

• ample meeting space, ideal for business meetings, weddings, and other large functions

• a fully equipped fitness center

• a private dining area, ideal for smaller private functions and meetings

• a complimentary business center, complete with support staff

And, since Sofitel is FROSCH- and Signature-preferred, you can take advantage of our relationship and enjoy this unique property with special rates and amenities you won't find elsewhere!

"City Favorites" Fridays

Photos by joyosity  and Brent Ozar.

As I know is true for many urban natives throughout the country, I possess a great deal of pride for “my” city. I believe Chicago-style deep dish pizza is the only pizza that matters and a hot dog should never be adorned with ketchup.



I also know that the true reason we’re called the “Windy City” has nothing to do with how gusty it can be (and believe me, it CAN be quite gusty), along with a broad gamut of interesting information about Chicago. 

So, when it comes to talking to visitors to our amazing city and answering the ultimate trio of travel questions: 1. “what is there to do?”, 2. “where should we stay?”, 3. “what should we eat?”, I’m always happy to share. And, as I’ve found, so are most other Chicagoans you’ll come across, especially those in the travel, tourism, and service industries.

We here at FROSCH are lucky to know a lot of experts in the field, from hotel concierges to tour guides, and everyone in between. And now, every Friday here at FROSCH Insider, we’ll be sharing our insider tips, tricks, and connections for enjoying our favorite U.S. cities, starting with “My Kind of Town”-- Chicago!