Housed in one of Chicago's most historic structures, the Carbide and Carbon Building, the Hard Rock Hotel caters to both business travelers and leisure guests.

Private access suites and 381 guest rooms fill the 40-story rock 'n' roll-tinged tower. Every guestroom is fully equipped with zebra wood furnishings, entertainment centers and desks, violet-hued glass mirrors, polished chrome nightstands, full-length mirrors and a leather chair and ottoman.

Guests can relax while watching their 27-inch flat screen television and home theater system, listen to tunes on the CD/DVD entertainment system, test their gaming skills on the Nintendo game station, check email and the Internet via the complimentary high-speed internet access and perk up using their in-room refreshment center and coffeemaker.

Hotel services, including a state-of-the-art fitness facility, 24-hour room service, twice-a-day housekeeping service and concierge are only a phone call away.

Public spaces beckon even the busiest person to take time to pause and experience the property's energy. Deviating from the typical hotel bar, Base offers acoustic sets and live DJs.

Another important amenity: China Bar & Grill.