The glorious 6,838 square foot Gold Coast Room at The Drake Hotel overlooks stunning Lake Michigan. At nearly the same size as Buckingham Palace’s Ballroom, The Drake Hotel’s Gold Coast Ballroom is fit for any regal occasion. As the largest ballroom at The Drake Hotel, it can accommodate up to 900 guests, providing a backdrop...

The Grand Ballroom was originally built in the roaring twenties for The Charleston craze: the floor is literally equipped to put a spring in your step. The Grand Ballrooms luxuriously appointed 5,214 square foot interior is akin to walking into history—modernized. The Grand Ballroom overlooks Walton Street and is outfitted for a live band and...

The French Room has undergone many changes over the years, now our most intimate ballroom, The French Room was originally The French Restaurant. The French Room’s hand-crafted ceiling and hand-painted column molding complement the silk wall coverings, crystal-basket ceiling chandeliers, satin damask draperies and custom carpet. Situated directly next to The Gold Coast Ballroom, The...

Chicago’s Gold Coast hotel dining room overlooking The Magnificent Mile and the lakefront, formerly known as the Drake Bros.’ has been restyled and renamed the Camellia Room.   The Camellia Room is ideal for intimate to mid-size meetings and social catering events, accommodating up to 200 guests. Remodeled by Diane Rostenkowski, Designer with Concept Group Interiors,...