The Hoxton, Chicago features several brand “firsts” including The Hoxton’s first rooftop pool, a wellness studio with mind and body-focused programming, a ground-level retail unit housing new and noteworthy brands that will evolve seasonally, and the first location of The Hoxton’s new coworking concept.
CHICAGO – The Hoxton, Chicago opened its doors in the heart of Fulton Market District — the seventh hotel in the series and the third property in North America, following The Hoxton, Williamsburg (September 2018) and The Hoxton, Portland (November 2018).
Situated on the site of a former meatpacker in the Fulton Market District, The Hoxton, Chicago boasts 182 rooms, three distinct dining and drinking destinations, lively public spaces and The Apartment, a unique meeting and events space.
The Hoxton, Chicago also features several brand “firsts” including The Hoxton’s first rooftop pool, a wellness studio with mind and body-focused programming, a ground-level retail unit housing new and noteworthy brands that will evolve seasonally, and the first location of The Hoxton’s new coworking concept. Set over two floors, the brand’s much-loved “lobby culture” will be morphed into dedicated work space, with desks, studios and meeting spaces available for freelancers, small businesses and travelers, welcoming members with plenty of perks when it opens this summer.
Bedrooms
Bedrooms are designed by Ennismore Design Studio and come in three categories: Snug, Roomy and Cosy. The rooms draw inspiration from the area's industrial past with unfinished concrete ceilings and warehouse-style windows complemented by two-toned walls of white and rose. Thoughtfully designed, all rooms have mid-century furniture, artwork curated by local gallerists Johalla Projects, comfortable beds with custom bedding created by artist Cody Hudson, dark green or brown leather headboards, brass bed lamps, custom-designed rugs, Marshall radios, and walk-in showers with herringbone tilework.
Every bedroom comes with the typical Hox perks: complimentary water and WiFi, one hour of free calls to anywhere in the world, a mini fridge, local products at supermarket prices from the reception shop, and a daily breakfast bag delivered to the room.
Restaurants & Bars
Ennismore has partnered with Boka Restaurant Group (Girl & the Goat, Boka, Momotaro, Bellemore) for the hotel’s bars and restaurant venues. The Hoxton, Chicago’s rooftop will be home to Cabra Cevicheria, an open-air Peruvian-inspired restaurant helmed by renowned chef, Stephanie Izard. Open year-round, the menu will showcase shareable plates bold in flavor and bright in taste, focusing on seasonal ceviches and tiraditos. On the ground floor, Cira is an all-day is modern Mediterranean restaurant by Chef Chris Pandel serving breakfast, lunch, dinner seven days a week, as well as weekend brunch. The menu is made up of small, shareable plates inspired by the countries that make up the Mediterranean Basin and their symbiosis over the years. Cocktail enthusiasts should head downstairs to Lazy Bird, an intimate cocktail bar with an exciting menu of 52 classic cocktails. The bar will be a great late-night spot, with live jazz, rock and soul on select evenings. All three restaurants were designed by AvroKO in collaboration with Ennismore Design Studio, taking inspiration from muses such as varied as Edgar Miller, post-prohibition Chicago and vintage furniture finds.
Communal Spaces
Ennismore Design Studio has collaborated with award-winning design studio AvroKO to design communal areas, which embrace The Hoxton’s much-loved open-house policy. The double-height lobby has an eclectic assortment of comfortable seating and is the perfect place to catch up over coffee, work among friends or enjoy food and drink from morning ‘til night.
An innovative and imaginative art collection was curated across the hotel by Ennismore Design Studio in collaboration with Johalla Projects that showcases the creative breadth of Chicago’s art community. Guests will encounter over 250 artworks in rooms and over 100 artworks in common areas, ranging from prints by Sonnezimmer and Dont Fret, to a dramatic tapestry by honorary citizen of Chicago, Alexander Calder, in the lobby. Johalla Projects also will curate an opening exhibition in the gallery off the lobby, with Todd Diederich as the first artist on view.
Travelers and neighbors are invited to jump in to the brand’s inaugural rooftop pool, which is open seasonally to guests and locals, with fire pits, comfortable seating and impressive views of the Chicago skyline. Located on the terrace outside of Cabra, the full menu from the restaurant will be available to enjoy on the pool terrace.
Private Gathering
The Apartment, the unique meeting and events space which features in every Hoxton hotel, is located on the hotel’s mezzanine overlooking the lobby. The space is made up of five rooms, varying in size, set around a communal Pantry Kitchen, which is complete with Smeg fridge stocked with complimentary refreshments and a retro snacks candy bar. The Apartment is ideal for everything from intimate meetings, to one-on-ones, photoshoots, brand launches, private dinners, and larger celebrations.
Events
The Hoxton, Chicago will be a community hub, with a rich cultural program of events, and serving as a platform for emerging artists and locals to showcase their talents and ideas. Guests and neighbors are encouraged to join the variety of events spanning talks, workshops, DJ sets, art exhibitions, pop-up shops and more. Kicking things off, a jam-packed opening month includes a panel discussion with Highsnobiety moderated by editorial director Jian DeLeon, a Spring Awakening Workshop with REMIX by Giselle to make customized aromatherapy blends, a pop-up with Comercio Popular and its modern objects showcasing the best of Mexican design, an introductory hip-hop class with Healthy Hood Chicago, a plant show and swap with Plant Shop Chicago, and a performance by local emerging talent Tasha; find a full schedule of upcoming events online.
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