Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. recently announced the opening of the 172-room Le Méridien Chicago – Oakbrook Center. Managed by Wischermann Partners Inc. and located in Western Chicago’s Oak Brook area, the hotel offers convenient travel time to upscale shopping and dining options, as well as Fortune 500 business headquarters.
“Our associates are very excited and proud to be a part of this opening,” said Paul Wischermann, president and CEO of Wischermann Partners. “We will build memorable experiences and guest loyalty one customer at a time, positioning Le Méridien Chicago – Oakbrook Center for future success and offering Starwood’s most loyal guests another great choice when visiting Chicago’s Oak Brook market.”
The hotel hosts an Executive Club Lounge, which seats 25 along with a 12-seat bar. Chicago native, Chef Franco Diaz, will head the hotel’s new 58-seat restaurant, El Tapeo, providing guests with authentic Spanish cuisine.
“We are on track to triple our North American portfolio since Starwood first acquired Le Méridien in 2005,” said Brian Povinelli, global brand leader of Le Méridien and Westin. “With shared passions for culture, the arts and cuisine, Chicago has long been on our short list, and the location is a great backdrop for our Le Méridien brand promise to unlock the destination for the curious and creative-minded traveler.”
The hotel also boasts 3,500 square feet of expansive event space, along with a 3,000 square foot Grand Salon Ballroom.
