The Bar/Lounge at The Westin Chicago River North

"Ember Grille sates al l carnivores with fire-roasted entrees and prime steak; Kamehachi Sushi Bar serves basic Japanese; and Hana Lounge is just right for catching up over cocktails"

"There are sleek function facilities, too, as well as a spacious gym which gets lots of natural light from its floor-to-ceiling windows and a seasonal patio bar overlooking the river"

"A “perfect home base” in River North, this chain outpost with “great conference facilities” is geared primarily toward the business set, but families also take advantage of the “easy walk to many tourist attractions”; rooms feature “supremely comfy” beds -- fans also give a “special shout out to the marble bathrooms" with double shower heads -- and the Japanese-inspired lobby has a “calming” atmosphere and “terrific” bar for after-work drinks"

"At least this one has a decent sushi bar and vaguely Asian decor – a rock garden, lots of orchids – to set it apart"

"The hotel still retains traces of its previous incarnation as the Japanese-owned Hotel Nikko, with a Zen rock garden and bamboo in the lobby; the Hana Lounge also offers a sushi menu"

"Inside, however, the Westin's calm, confident vibe is evidenced in the lobby, where the contemporary, Japanese-inspired furnishings are arranged in peaceful symmetry and well-heeled guests sip evening cocktails at Hana Lounge"

"The Hana Lounge serves sushi and cocktails in the evening, when there is often live jazz"

"Note: The Club Lounge is closed on the weekends"