CHICAGO and BETHESDA, Md., May 28,
2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The AC Hotel Chicago Downtown,
owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, will open its
doors to guests in the heart of Chicago's thriving River North neighborhood on May 29. Located on the corner of Rush and
Ontario, the AC Hotels by Marriott
brand's first property in Illinois, is part of a new breed of lifestyle
hotels targeting millennial and business travelers.
AC Hotels by Marriott celebrates the beauty of classic modern
designs with its European soul and Spanish roots, borne from the
signature vision of renowned hotelier Antonio Catalan, who founded the brand in 1998
and grew it into one of the most well respected hotel brands in
Spain. Following its success in
Spain, Italy and Portugal, a joint venture was formed with
Marriott International in 2011 which later launched AC Hotels by
Marriott globally into France,
Denmark and the US.
Based on a belief that purposeful design improves lives, AC
Hotels by Marriott edits away what is unnecessary, in order to
provide guests with thoughtfully designed moments of elegance that
elevate their stay and help them focus on what's important to them.
That's why at AC Hotels by Marriott, guests get only what they
need, without paying for what they don't. The result is elegant yet
unpretentious style, innovative beverage & food programming and
locally inspired experiences for both guests and locals.
"Chicago is such a vibrant city
with an active arts scene and energetic urban culture," said
Toni Stoekl, Vice President
Lifestyle Brands, Marriott International. "Located in the heart of
the shopping district and within walking distance to the city's
main tourist attractions, AC Hotel Chicago Downtown is situated
perfectly for millennial travelers looking to experience everything
the city has to offer."
Owned and managed by Marcus Hotels and Resorts, the new hotel is
primed to become a popular destination for millennial and business
travelers alike. "We're thrilled to be partnering with Marriott to
bring a new lifestyle hotel to Chicago," said Joe
Khairallah, Chief Operating Officer of Marcus Hotels. "At
Marcus, we manage a wide variety of properties ranging from city
center meeting hotels to upscale resorts. We're so excited to
collaborate with Marriott to bring the AC Hotel to Chicago."
Beverage and Food Programming
At AC Hotels, premium touches are balanced with comfortable
service. A signature element of the hotel includes an innovative
beverage and food program within its AC Lounge. A twist on the
traditional hotel bar, the experience includes local craft beers,
specialty wines on tap, expertly made signature cocktails and a
selection of tapas-style small bites.
Located adjacent to the AC Lounge, the AC Kitchen serves a
European-inspired Continental breakfast selection of flaky
croissants, freshly-sliced artisanal LaQuercia Prosciutto, savory
egg tarts, and Nespresso coffee.
Signature Design
With its sleek, minimalist room design, the AC Hotels by
Marriott brand is tailored to specifically appeal to millennials
and those who want a stylish, but unfussy alternative to the
one-size-fits-all hotel. Taking influence from its European roots,
the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown uses muted colors and a monochromatic
scheme throughout, showcasing a timeless design that is modern and
sleek. Guest rooms incorporate warm grays and charcoal tones, with
clean lines and hardwood floors; furniture is lifted to create a
sense of space, and crisp white linens are used to create a look
that's both refined and elegant.
Designed by the award-winning, international hospitality
consultancy headquartered in Chicago, The Gettys Group, AC Hotel Chicago
provides an energetic vibe in the hotel while still encouraging
exploration of the city beyond the hotel walls. Decor and
furnishings are designed to inspire and add a splash of color to
the soothing palette of the hotel.
Additional Amenities
The eight story hotel also offers outdoor terraces with views of
the city, a fifth floor outdoor patio and indoor pool, along with a
state of the art fitness center. The AC Library is a central work
area for guests to use and be both connected and inspired.
Additional amenities include secure on-site parking, 3,000
square-feet of meeting space and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The new lifestyle hotel is AC Hotels by Marriott's fourth
property in North America (second
in the Midwest) following the brand's debut in New Orleans, Kansas
City, and Washington D.C,
and is part of a growing portfolio of over 50 hotels expected to
open in the next few years in the U.S. and Latin America
To learn more about AC Hotels by Marriott or to book your
experience at AC Hotel Chicago, visit
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chiac-ac-hotel-chicago-downtown.mi
For more information on the latest news and updates from Marcus
Hotels & Resorts, please visit:
http://media.marcushotels.com.
About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus
Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 20 hotels, resorts and
other properties in 11 states. A force in the hospitality
industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in
management, development and historic renovations. The
company's portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including
city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class
hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates,
please visit: http://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company
on Facebook and Twitter.
About AC Hotels by Marriott
AC Hotels by Marriott is a lifestyle brand within the Marriott
International global portfolio of 19 brands. AC Hotels currently
offers a portfolio of more than 75 select service hotels throughout
Spain, Italy, Portugal, Denmark and France, along with Washington D.C., New
Orleans, Kansas City and
Chicago in the United States. Growth plans for the brand
include the opening of its next North American locations in
Miami Beach and Boston this year, as well as more than 50
additional hotels set to open within the next three years
throughout the U.S. and Latin
America.
Marriott International's luxury and lifestyle brands portfolio
currently includes The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, EDITION, JW
Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the Autograph Collection,
Renaissance Hotels, AC Hotels by Marriott and Moxy Hotels.
Accounting for approximately 25 percent of the company's
system-wide pipeline, Marriott expects to add more than 200 luxury
and lifestyle hotel projects over the next several years,
reflecting over $15 billion of
investment by the company's owners and franchisees.
About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading
lodging company based in Bethesda,
Maryland, USA, with more than 4,200 properties in 80
countries and territories. Marriott International reported
revenues of nearly $14 billion in
fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and
licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands, including: The
Ritz-Carlton®, Bulgari®, EDITION®, JW Marriott®, Autograph
Collection® Hotels, Renaissance® Hotels, Marriott Hotels®, Delta
Hotels and Resorts®, Marriott Executive Apartments®, Marriott
Vacation Club®, Gaylord Hotels®, AC Hotels by Marriott®,
Courtyard®, Residence Inn®, SpringHill Suites®, Fairfield Inn &
Suites®, TownePlace Suites®, Protea Hotels® and Moxy Hotels®.
Marriott has been consistently recognized as a top employer and for
its superior business ethics. The company also manages the
award-winning guest loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® and The
Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program, which together surpass 50 million
members. For more information or reservations, please visit our
website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news,
visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.
Note on forward-looking statements: Marriott
International's growth expectations for AC Hotels by Marriott and
its portfolio of luxury and lifestyle brands and expected owner and
franchisee investments are "forward-looking statements" within the
meaning of U.S. federal securities laws and are subject to numerous
risks and uncertainties, including changes in market conditions,
supply and demand changes for hotel rooms, the availability of
capital to finance hotel growth and refurbishment, and other
applicable "Risk Factors" that Marriott International discloses in
its most recent quarterly report on Form 10-Q, any of which could
delay or prevent hotel openings or otherwise cause actual unit
growth or owner and franchisee investment to be different than we
anticipate. We make these forward-looking statements as of
the date of this press release, and undertake no obligation to
publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as
a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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