JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts celebrates the grand opening of its first Chicago hotel with a landmark event hosted by Chairman and CEO, J.W. Marriott, Jr.  The grand opening event exclusive live performances from some of Chicago’s greatest talent including the renowned Joffrey Ballet, Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Emmy Rossum, singer songwriter and star of Showtime’s new Chicago-based series “Shameless.”  Additionally, GREY GOOSE® Vodka provides guests with two signature cocktails, the GREY GOOSE® Le Citron Golden Griffin and GREY GOOSE® La Poire Second City Sparkler, inspired by the JW Marriott brand and the Windy City. 

Occupying legendary Chicago architect Daniel Burnham’s historic Continental & Commercial National Bank Building in Chicago’s bustling financial district, the JW Marriott Chicago opened its doors on November 11, 2010. Featuring exquisite neoclassical design, the new JW Marriott Chicago hotel offers travelers a one-of-a-kind authentic destination in Chicago’s downtown Loop district. Occupying the first 12 floors of the former Continental & Commercial National Bank Building at 151 W. Adams St., the hotel—part of a $396 million restoration by architectural firm Lucien Lagrange & Associates—boasts 610 well-appointed guestrooms including 29 corner suites and more than 44,000 square feet of meeting space; 36 meeting rooms, a beautiful 8,500-square-foot Grand Ballroom and the awe-inspiring 6,000-square-foot Burnham Ballroom featuring the building’s original domed ceiling.

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