Located in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast, Sutton Place Hotel is in perfect harmony with its surroundings, redefining luxury just steps from some of Chicago's most prestigious boutiques, finest restaurants and unparalleled nightlife.

Accommodating celebrities and travelers in search of a cosmopolitan haven, the hotel's 246 guest rooms ($175-$395) include 34 junior suites and six penthouses. Like a breath of fresh air, each room overlooks the hustle and bustle of Rush Street or, if high enough, the Gold Coast's skyline.

Custom-made mahogany furnishings outfit each room, accompanied by black leather headboards that create an Art Deco ambiance. Each room is equipped with a complete entertainment center, a high-performance sound system and wifi, along with a complimentary selection of CDs. And what would a luxury hotel be without a deep-soaking tub to relax in after a long day of meetings and shopping?

Indulging guests with exceptional services, the hotel offers amenities such as babysitting, complimentary shoeshines, courtesy transportation to the Loop and 24-hour room service. And if this first-class treatment wasn't enough, you can rub shoulders with fellow martini drinkers at Rande Gerber's touted Whiskey Bar & Grill, located just off the lobby, or in the hotel's Bellevue Bar.

Centerstage Reviewer: Janis Mabalay