One of the most incredible moments of the travelling in the US happened to our editing team at visiting one of the best hotels in Chicago – Trump International Hotel. CovetED was delighted to discover a lot about the hotel, its benefits and attractions.
How would you describe the hotel? It has a signature touch?
The Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago is a luxury property situated along the famed Chicago River. The hotel is located in the River North neighborhood with close proximity to the city’s best shopping, dining, theater and nightlife. The hotel, comprising floors 14-27 of a 92-story residential tower developed by the Trump Organization, features 339 luxuriously appointed guestrooms including one-, two- and three-bedroom suites.
What makes Trump Chicago special when compared with other hotels in Trump or in the world?
The guest suites at Trump Chicago all offer breathtaking views – either of the city’s skyline, the Chicago River or Lake Michigan. Trump Chicago has a number of signature programs including the Trump Wellness program, which offers travelers healthy and organic in-room dining options for those health conscious on the go.
During the summer months, for those looking for ultimate beachside relaxing, Trump Chicago will handle all details for a worry-free time in the sun. In partnership with Boucher Brothers Management, reservations can be made for beach chairs at Oak Street Beach (rental fee applies), complete with an umbrella and lunch order. Additionally, whether arriving via foot, city cruiser bikes, cab services or the hotel’s chauffeured Cadillac vehicles, transportation to the beach can be arranged by the hotel concierge for a seamless experience.
Those opting to enjoy the city by bike can arrange beach cruiser bike rental, complete with a detailed map of sites not to be missed such as the Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago History Museum, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool and Chicago’s architecture and streetscapes found along the city’s lakefront bike path. The luxury beach service is also ideal for those visiting Chicago’s most popular tourist attractions including picnics in Millennium Park, a visit to Navy Pier, Chicago Architecture Foundation tours and baseball games at Wrigley Field and U.S. Cellular Field.
Can you name the architects and interior designers that work with Trump? Why were they chosen to work with the hotel? What are their main inspirations for the project?
Designed by the noted architectural firm of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill with interiors by McGinley Design, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago is a stunning addition to Chicago’s distinguished skyline.
What are the hotel’s most amazing spots that everyone should visit?
Sixteen, the two-star Michelin-rated restaurant featuring the modern American cuisine of Executive Chef Thomas Lents; The Spa at Trump® with 53 specially appointed spa guest rooms; the Trump Health Club; Rebar, a chic cocktail lounge; The Terrace at Trump and more.
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What are the services that the guests love the most at Trump?
The first class spa services, the Trump Health Club, the Cadillac Chauffeured Experience, the five-star luxury attention to detail, our friendly and helpful staff, and our knowledgeable and connected concierge team.
Besides an amazing stay what can the hotel offer?
World class dining in the hotels two-Michelin starred restaurant, Sixteen, which offers stunning views of Chicago’s Wrigley Building and the city skyline. The hotel also offers luxury beach services, pet friendly rooms, private event and meeting space, and festive environment during the holiday season with the beloved “Gingerbread Express” elevator that is a popular attraction for guests of all ages.
Can you describe how the experience of having a Meeting in the hotel is?
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago serves as the location of choice for important business affairs. For the business community, the hotel offers five spacious conference rooms and the executive Trump boardroom. Each room offers 12-foot floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase lake, river and city views – sure to leave attendees (and conference planners) inspired. Additionally, the property offers the PressReader app featuring over 2,000 news publications from over 100 countries in nearly 60 languages, complimentary shoe shine services, complimentary suit pressing, Travel Fit and Quick Bites programs for healthy conscious business travelers, a full business center, access to in-town chauffeured Cadillac house cars, and wireless Internet access.
Two larger, elegant event spaces include a Grand Ballroom accommodating up to 299 guests. With 24-foot floor-to-ceiling windows offering a breathtaking panorama, the Grand Ballroom captures endless views of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan by day, and the drama and sophistication of the vibrant city pulsing to life at night. The Skyline Room accommodates up to 175 people with 12-foot floor-to-ceiling windows that offer an incomparable city skyline view of Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Both event spaces offer separate private pre-function areas.
In June 2015, the property unveiled three additional function spaces totaling nearly 6,000 square feet: The Riverside Gallery, The Riverside Room and the Bridgeview Room. These elegant new areas, totaling nearly 6,000 square feet, afford even more opportunity to host a range of social and corporate functions in the Five Diamond, Five Star property, renowned worldwide for its splendor, breathtaking vistas and unparalleled hospitality. Designed by the award-winning team at Valerio Dewalt Train Associates (who also designed the property’s two-Michelin starred restaurant, Sixteen), the unique event spaces are housed in areas of available retail space at the 92-story tower, some of which open directly onto the picturesque riverwalk. Showcasing stunning views of the Chicago River, Lake Michigan and the city’s famed bridges and architectural gems, the expert design team drew inspiration from the expansive glass and dramatic curvature of the building to mount each space while championing the unique vantage points found only at Trump Chicago.
Can you talk about some special partnership or event?
The hotel is closely aligned with St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Each year to kick off the holiday season, the property’s annual Reindeer on the River returns to Trump Chicago and the afternoon’s special guests are sure to get you into the holiday spirit – live reindeer and Santa and Mrs. Claus! Complimentary to all visitors, the outdoor event takes place at the Riverwalk at Trump Chicago, adjacent to Michigan Avenue and accessible via both the Wrigley Building breezeway and Wabash Avenue.
This afternoon of family fun includes music, photo opportunities with the reindeer and Santa and Mrs. Claus as well as festive accessories, hot cocoa, warm cider and snacks for sale. All proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to ensure families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.
The hotel hosts people from all over the world, but what are the main nationalities that we can find here?
American, UK, Canadian, European, Middle Eastern and Asian – a meld of international travelers
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If the hotel was a song it will be…
“One fine Thing” by Harry Connick Jr.
Can you describe the hotel in three words?
Sophisticated
Diverse
Luxurious
What can we expect from Trump Hotel in the future? Any new projects?
The hotel will be under going a soft good renovation of all 339 guest rooms and
suite this year starting with our spa guestrooms.
The Terrace at Trump will receive a new outdoor design layout this summer which
will further add to the amazing views.
The Spa will be updated with a complete new look and feel for 2017.
CovetED Magazine appreciates the interview and warm welcome at Trump Hotel in Chicago! It was a valuable experience for us!