The Hotel Cass is a true boutique hotel and bears no resemblance to the chain. The crisp, white lobby is sparse and elegant, and the dramatic red hallway is offset with a touch of humor; it's lined with several austere portraits of chickens. The rooms are simple, bright and cheerful with light-colored walls and green headboards that nearly reach the ceiling. The subway-style tile in the bathroom harks back to the 1920s. The rooms are modern and warm, and the in-room artwork includes photos of 1950s fashion icons. Pros: stellar location; family-friendly; close to several notable art galleries. Con: Some guest rooms and bathrooms can be on the small-side.
Reviewed by travlin_man from Hawaii on 5/12/08
The lobby has a slow motion video art image of Chicago's skyline that is stunning! I love the atmosphere it imparts, very "Chicagoesque" Every time I saw it it was different! They said it was a Fluid Still by Doug?
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