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The arrival spaces give the hotel an identity of its own within the skyscraper. Unitfive Design's overhead installation consists of 5,000 hand-formed brass leaves suspended on 600 strands. It takes its cue from Chicago's motto, City in a Garden, with an abstract canopy that brings a suggestion of nature indoors. Photography and sculpture continue through the public spaces, including photographs in the Social Lounge. Curated by Chicago-based Shashi Caudill, the contemporary collection includes international artists. These works give substance to the hotel's interest in art; they are worth looking at between the elevators, lounge and restaurant.

A City-View Room measures 375 square feet and has a king bed. Lake-View Rooms are slightly larger at 390 square feet, with a king or two double beds. The choice is primarily about outlook: Lake Michigan opens up the view, while the city-facing rooms keep Chicago's architecture in the foreground. At 575 square feet, the Executive Suites add separate living and sleeping areas and come in city- and lake-view categories. One-Bedroom Suites extend to 725 square feet. For parents traveling with two children, the Executive Suite categories accommodate the family together without relying on standard-room capacity.

The Luxury Residence starts at 1,000 square feet, with a separate bedroom, living room and kitchenette. Located on floors 30 and 31, residences have access to a 30th-floor terrace with lake or skyline views. A dining area and guest powder room bring an apartment-like arrangement to a longer visit, and pantry stocking can be requested. Configurations with a second or third bedroom can also be arranged. This is the category to consider when meals at home and space for work need to be part of the stay, rather than occasional conveniences.

Two specialty suites have particularly individual characters. The 950-square-foot Author Suite occupies the 46th floor and houses a private literary collection, including personalized editions by Stephen King and Anne Rice. English furnishings and a subdued green palette accompany views of Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue.

The Lake Michigan Terrace Suite measures 1,325 square feet on the 30th floor, with distinct living and lake-view dining spaces. Hand-painted wallpaper marks the entrance; wood floors, wool carpet and dark stone sit against warm white walls. Sage, celadon and soft blues appear in the palette. A full marble bathroom and separate powder room support the suite's use for entertaining. Its larger footprint suits guests who expect to host friends or spend substantial time in the room, with a king bed and space for additional sleeping arrangements.

Adorn occupies the seventh floor, looking over the Magnificent Mile and downtown skyline. Breakfast, lunch and dinner give it a role throughout the day, with brunch at weekends. The cooking uses familiar dishes as a starting point for broader influences: roasted branzino with fregola, clams and chorizo is one example. The dining room welcomes local visitors as well as hotel guests, so the restaurant has a life beyond the people staying upstairs. Dietary preferences can be discussed with the team when reserving. For a business breakfast or dinner with friends, its location within the hotel keeps the arrangements straightforward.

Adorn Bar and Social Lounge brings cocktails and music into the same setting. The Live in the Lounge program ranges across jazz, guitar performances and DJs, reflecting several strands of Chicago's musical life. It gives the public spaces a sociable evening rhythm. In-room dining is available around the clock, with a children's menu, while poolside dining includes bowls, light meals and smoothies. There is scope for a full restaurant evening, but also for a simpler meal without dressing for the dining room.

The dedicated Kids' Room on the 32nd floor has arcade games, arts and crafts, interactive activities and books. Families obtain an access key from the front desk. Sammy the Skyscraper, a mascot based on the hotel's exterior, introduces children to the city through an activity book and an adventure-passport scavenger hunt. These details give younger guests their own way into a city often associated with architecture and shopping. An ice cream cart can visit the room to prepare sundaes, and babysitting can be arranged separately. The concierge can also organize tickets and age-appropriate outings, including visits to the Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium.

The heated indoor pool is 44 feet long, with an infinity edge and a whirlpool nearby. A skylight brings daylight into the swimming area, and lounge chairs provide space to sit between swims. This is a useful indoor anchor for a family trip in cold or wet weather, as well as a place for laps. The pool welcomes families and also has designated adult-only periods. Poolside meals make it possible to stay for more than a quick swim.

The spa has four treatment rooms and a menu of massages, facials, body treatments and nail services. Omorovicza and 111Skin are its skincare partners. Natural materials and references to Chicago's architectural heritage shape the interiors, while couples' treatments allow two guests to book a shared session.

Fitness arrangements extend beyond the gym's Peloton and Precor equipment. Private personal-training sessions can be scheduled, and an in-room fitness cart brings equipment such as dumbbells, kettlebells, a medicine ball and an exercise mat to the guest room. Guided meditation is available individually or in a group. The fitness center remains accessible around the clock, which is useful for visitors working across time zones or leaving early for meetings.

Direct access to 900 North Michigan's shops and dining keeps part of a shopping day indoors. Outside, Oak Street Beach, the lakefront and the Museum of Contemporary Art are nearby. The Art Institute and Millennium Park make separate outings farther south. This gives the location a useful balance of neighborhood walks and wider city sightseeing, with the concierge able to arrange guides and transportation.

The street address is 120 East Delaware Place. O'Hare International Airport is approximately 18 miles away, with a typical drive of 30 to 60 minutes. Midway is about 13 miles away, with an estimated journey of 30 to 45 minutes. Both depend on traffic. Airport cars and limousine transfers can be arranged through the concierge, and the building has self-parking as well as the hotel's valet service.