State Street Shopping with the Hotel Sax Chicago: From $179 with Lots of Freebies

There seems to be unanimous agreement that Hotel Sax Chicago is a stylish place to stay. Here's how Conde Nast Traveler described the Sax in naming it to the Hot List 2008: "More is more at Chicago's new music industry hot spot (formerly the House of Blues hotel), extroverted both stylistically and socially. ...Sax banishes the minimalism that has given design hotels a cold name, substituting a rococo sense of style in its 353 rooms: snakeskin wingback chairs, paisley-embossed leather headboards, and painted silhouettes of phantom chandeliers." The 353-room hotel serves as hub to the happening Marina City playground, which includes the House of Blues Restaurant and Concert venue, Smith & Wollensky Steak House, 10Pin Bowling Lounge, Bin 36 Restaurant and Wine Cellar and Crimson Lounge.

It's not just would-be rock stars who fall for this fun hotel. Tech nerds appreciate the Entertainment Technology Studios packed with all the latest in gaming and music technology (like Zune mp3 players, Bose headphones, and Xbox games). And with amenity-loaded guest rooms, a fitness center, and a Technology Lounge, Sax has got its bases covered.

Hot Deals: Book the "State Street Shopping Package" starting at $179 per night in a Deluxe guest room, and get all kinds of freebies:

$50 Macy’s gift card

Macy’s Visitors Savings Pass including 10% discount on all merchandise.

$10 off salon services at The Kiva Salon. Restaurant offers & discounts at 7 on State, InFields & Marketplace.

Complimentary Audio Tour of the Historic Marshall Field’s building.

50% off Valet Parking.

2 complimentary Drinks in Crimson Lounge.

Late Check-out of 2pm.