Coffee. Java. Cup of Joe. Latte. Iced. Hot. No matter how you take it or what you call it, coffee is an important part of the morning wakeup routine. We certainly “get” that and we’re thrilled to offer an excellent choice in our Boston property: George Howell Coffee.
We want our guests to only experience the best when staying with us, and their coffee experience is no different. As their mission statement says, “We buy the finest regional and single farm-sourced coffees for coffee lovers who share in our quest for the ultimate cup!”
Site Visit: George Howell Coffee
And, as we said, we only want the best for our guests and it was rumored (thanks, Thrillist!) that George Howell makes the best iced latte. But, we’ll let you be the judge when we open this fall.
Following is a sneak peek at the soon-to-be George Howell in our first floor. More to come!
It’s Throwback Thursday (or #ThrowbackThursday or just #TBT) and we want to take a look back at the construction and progress of I|O Urban Roofscape. From the beginning, the team envisioned what I|O Urban Roofscape is today: a rooftop lounge with uninterrupted views of Chicago’s southern skyline. I|O’s rooftop lounge offers panoramic views, a fire pit, shimmering water elements, a video wall and our famed retractable roof. It boasts approximately 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space.
But first, it was simply a blank canvas. Take a look at this #TBT photo below from Feb. 15, 2013 (more than one year ago), which shows I|O Urban Roofscape in the beginning. This was from one of our many #SiteVisits and you can see parts of the impressive skyline view as initial surveying is completed.
Flash forward to Dec. 5, 2013 and you can see our one-of-a-kind retractable roof being installed. A photo is below:
Then, take a look at I|O Urban Roofscape today – an indoor bar with plush banquette seating, a VIP area and more. Guests and Chicagoans can step outside and walk past the sliding glass wall to the outdoor lounge. It makes for the perfect place to sip cocktails at the outdoor bar or enjoy lunch while taking in Chicago’s skyline. No matter the weather, I|O Urban Roofscape offers the perfect escape and is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night bites. To view I|O’s menu, please click here.
Following are photos showing how the breath-taking rooftop lounge has evolved into Chicago’s newest hotspot:
The entry of I|O Urban Roofscape at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago.The indoor bar at IO Urban Roofscape at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago.
It all comes together when you take a look at the photos from start to finish – and of course, we hope to see you soon at The Godfrey’s I|O Urban Roofscape.
#ThrowbackThursday – A look at how I|O Urban Roofscape evolved from a blank canvas to Chicago’s rooftop lounge with a retractable roof, fire pit and shimmering water elements.
It’s #ThrowbackThursday and we’re celebrating the beautiful rooftop dining experience at I|O Urban Roofscape! The photo below was taken on June 26, 2013 during construction at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago.
I|O Urban Roofscape during construction on June 26, 2013.
Flash forward to today and we’re now open!
I|O Urban Roofscape with the retractable roof closed – perfect for any-weather parties!Outdoor event seating at I|O Urban Roofscape.The retractable roof opens for beautiful weather!
Our #ThrowbackThursday post this week zeros in on the beautiful lobby at The Godfrey Hotel Chicago! Take a look at where we were on Aug. 9, 2013, and how far we’ve come. Cozy up on our comfy seating by the window and watch passersby, or admire our artistic and modern statement chandelier in the lobby. #TBT
The construction of the lobby on Aug. 9, 2013.The lobby view from the front desk.Window seating to your right when you walk into the hotel.Have a seat!
In a new article by Blake Thorne on MLive.com, we get the lowdown on where our gorgeous illuminated sign comes from! The Godfrey Hotel’s super modern sign and canopy system was designed and installed by Signs by Crannie out of Flushing, Mich. Read more about the installation here.
Building The Godfrey 