ILLINOIS
Chicago Marriott Lincolnshire Resort completed a $25 million renovation that transformed nearly every aspect of the property from the introduction of new restaurants—Three Embers and Wright’s Brew & Bistro—to the addition of the brand-new Xhale Spa and a Starbucks. The resort’s guest rooms were also renovated. In addition, Chicago Marriott Lincolnshire added a 5,000-square-foot Lakeside Pavilion to its event lineup, which offers unobscured views of Lake Lincolnshire, Crane’s Landing Golf Course and the surrounding areas. The Lakeside Pavilion can accommodate up to 400 guests for a seated dinner, and its adjoining lakeside patio—with more than 2,500 square feet of open-air event space—is ideal for hosting pre-event cocktail hours. In total, the property offers 40,000 square feet of space.
MINNESOTA
AJ Capital Partners celebrated the opening of Graduate Minneapolis. The 304-room hotel, formerly The Commons Hotel, is located on the East Bank campus of the University of Minnesota. In addition to the hotel’s neighborhood gastropub, The Beacon, Graduate Minneapolis features food cart service in the lobby, and its culinary concepting is led by UCLA-based celebrity pastry chef Richard Ruskell. Inspired by Minneapolis’ Norwegian influence and active lifestyle, Graduate Minneapolis evokes a cozy lake house feel with nods to the town’s adventurous spirit, celebrated athletic programs and creative community. The hotel also offers over 20,000 square feet of event space. It has two large ballrooms, smaller flexible event venues, breakout rooms and boardrooms designed to accommodate all groups.
WISCONSIN
Homewood Suites by Hilton opened the 94-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown. Developed and owned by Button Block Holdings LLC and managed by Kinseth Hospitality Companies, the hotel offers a combination of studio and one-bedroom accommodations, featuring fully equipped kitchens and separate living and sleeping areas. Guests are also provided with complimentary breakfast, evening social hours Monday-Thursday and free Wi-Fi. The Homewood Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown offers a 585-square-foot meeting room and easy access to the lakefront, shopping, restaurants and nightlife. The hotel occupies a completely renovated historic building in downtown Milwaukee close to area attractions and convention space at the Wisconsin Center.
The Home2 Suites by Hilton Green Bay opened within walking distance of Lambeau Field. It features 92 suites and a range of value-inherent, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Similar to other Home2 Suites properties, the hotel includes all-suite accommodations with kitchens and modular furniture. Home2 Suites by Hilton Green Bay also features complimentary Internet, inviting communal spaces and a combined laundry and fitness area. The property is located near several other area mainstays, including Resch Center, Bay Park Square Mall, Shopko Hall, Bay Beach Amusement Park and the National Railroad Museum. A complimentary shuttle service is available to nearby attractions.