Gray Hotel
Historic grandeur meets contemporary tailoring. Think Savile Row bespoke suit energy — refined without being stuffy. The Financial District crowd fills Vol. 39 after work; Boleo pulls a livelier late-night scene. Strong design identity throughout, from the ornate lobby to the sleek rooms.
Book Vol. 39 via OpenTable — it fills up with the after-work finance crowd on weekdays
Why It Matters
One of Chicago's few luxury hotels set inside a genuine Beaux-Arts landmark building. It holds AAA Four Diamond status, landed on Condé Nast Traveler's Best Hotels in Chicago 2025 list, and was ranked #2 Best Hotel in the Loop by US News & World Report in 2024. The Boleo rooftop with its retractable glass roof and the caviar cart at Vol. 39 are genuinely distinctive F&B anchors — not just hotel-lobby filler.
The Kimpton Gray Hotel lives inside the former Chicago headquarters of the New York Life Insurance Company, a granite-clad landmark built in 1894. The name comes from the Georgia Gray marble that lines the lobby — and it shows. Art Deco light fixtures, a grand marble staircase, and lace-inspired carpet do the heavy lifting architecturally, while the guest rooms go crisp and contemporary: textured gray palette, powder blue accents, brass, and gold foil. It's a Four Diamond property in the heart of the Financial District, with a rooftop bar on the 15th floor, a law library–themed cocktail lounge on the 2nd, and an Italian restaurant on the ground floor.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Essential Rooms
The entry-level rooms here are compact — 275 to 285 sq ft — but the design earns its keep. A textured gray palette, powder blue accents, brass detailing, and gold foil keep things from feeling like a generic business room. Spa-inspired Atelier Bloem bath products, oversized picture windows, and plush bedding are standard across the board.
One Bedroom Suite
505 to 510 sq ft of proper suite territory — a separate living room makes this feel genuinely residential. Good pick for extended stays or if you need space to spread out and entertain. The step-up in size is noticeable.
Premium Rooms
Roomier than the essentials, running 285 to 390 sq ft. Available with a single king, tall king, queen, or two queens. Select Premium King rooms come with an in-room Peloton bike — a nice perk if you want a workout without navigating the fitness center schedule.
1 King, Tall King, 1 Queen, or 2 QueensPresidential Suite
The full 910 sq ft showpiece. Beautiful millwork throughout, an expansive living room with wet bar tailored for entertaining, and a marble bath with a separate shower plus a luxurious claw-footed soaking tub. It's the one room that fully leans into the building's century-old grandeur. Custom amenities available on request.
Suite
Spacious studio-style suites running 345 to 495 sq ft, with spa baths as a notable upgrade. Suites come with a Drybar Buttercup blow-dryer, and guests can borrow Drybar curling and flat irons from the front desk. Good step-up option for longer stays or celebratory weekends.
The Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Custom-designed public bikes available to borrow for exploring Chicago. Good way to reach Millennium Park, the Riverwalk, or the Lakefront Trail without dealing with rideshare surge pricing.
Curated concierge programming and unique experiences organized by the hotel's guest experience team — includes custom in-stay amenities, partnerships, and personalized itineraries.
A classic Kimpton hallmark: complimentary wine in the lobby living room for guests each evening. Low-key, social, and a genuine perk — no tickets to buy, just show up.
Rent the Boleo rooftop exclusively for groups of 12–250 guests. Full food and cocktail service, plus projector equipment available. A genuinely striking event space 15 floors above the Loop.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Multiple venues including the Merc Boardroom, Adler Theatre, and the 15th Floor Foyer. Large windows, high ceilings, modern AV equipment. Spaces range from intimate boardrooms to large ballroom-style setups.
High-speed Wi-Fi complimentary for IHG One Rewards members; available in all guest rooms.
A curated catalog of children's books available for younger guests.
State-of-the-art fitness center, open 24 hours. Includes Peloton Commercial Bike with instant access to Peloton's live and on-demand class library. Lululemon partnership means yoga mats and apparel are available in the space.
Lululemon clothing available to borrow or purchase in the fitness center, alongside Namaste yoga mats.
Coffee served from La Colombe, an ethically responsible roaster — part of the hotel's sustainable sourcing commitments.
On-site valet parking available at $83 USD per day.
Self-parking available at $64 USD per day.
Pets of any size, weight, or breed are welcome at no extra charge. If your pet fits through the door, it's in.
There is no pool on property.
Partnership with The Tie Bar — curated accessories available for guests to purchase or use during their stay.
Suites include a Drybar Buttercup blow-dryer as standard; curling and flat irons available to borrow. Suite guests also receive $10 off a blowout at Drybar.
Custom-designed bikes available to borrow for exploring the city. Good for Millennium Park, the Lakefront Trail, and Chicago Riverwalk.
A yoga mat is provided in every guest room at no charge — a standard Kimpton touch that actually gets used here given the LIVEBETTER CO. in-room wellness content.
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