The hip James Hotel is Chicago’s finest designer boutique hotel– with a star-studded guest list to prove it. Luxurious amenities include free WiFi, an iPod-ready stereo, Kiehl’s bath products, huge, spa-like bathrooms, and a gym packed with Cybex machines. Not to mention 24-hour concierge service. What else would one expect from a partnership involving Brad Wilson (former V.P. of Operations for the W Hotels) and Danny Errico (founder of Equinox Fitness Clubs)? Opened in 2006 to much hype, the James is the flagship location for a new hotel chain, with additional locations to follow in NY, Miami and LA. Don’t miss a meal at David Burke’s Primehouse, and drinks at J Bar.

Hit up the Lollapalooza music festival this summer and enjoy three days of music therapy while staying at the swanky James Hotel. They’ve put together two unique packages, so you can check out Radiohead, Nine Inch Nails, Kane West, Wilco, and the rest of the bunch over the three-day weekend (August 1-4, 2008). With the Lolla-Getaway Weekend, you’ll receive two General Admission tickets to Lollapalooza for all three days, Continental Breakfast for two each morning, and a choice of one headliner CD (Radiohead, Rage Against the Machine, Kanye West, Nine Inch Nails, Wilco or The Raconteurs). Rates start at $1099. The VIP Package means you can experience the festival like a rockstar with LollaLounge access (perks include unlimited beer, wine, water, specialty libations, delicious lunch and dinner buffets, relaxing mini spa treatments, air conditioned restrooms, and elevated viewing platforms close to main stages). The James has thrown in car service to the festival for this VIP package in addition to the other amenities, and rates start at $2299 for the three-day show.

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