Ritz vs Gwen hotel in Chicago

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Just stayed at Gwen and it was very nice. Haven’t stayed at Ritz though.

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I’m a fan of the Gwen. Note upgrades are darn near impossible, even as an Ambassador. Book the room you want.

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I was upgraded and only stayed there 3-4 times- gold only I think
Gwen is great; also haven’t stayed at ritz

Yep, they happen and some of the upgrades are spectacular. That said I’m maybe 3 out of 10 stays on upgrades. It’s lousy with consultants. The bar is a hoot.

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