FOUND Hotels, Chicago, Series by Marriott

Hawkins Way Capital Announces Opening of Fourth Series by Marriott™ Hotel in the U.S. with FOUND Hotels, Chicago

Hawkins Way Capital, a fully vertically integrated real estate company with $3 billion of assets under management, announces the launch of the fourth hotel under the new Series by Marriott brand — FOUND Hotels, Chicago, marking the latest U.S. property to join the new brand. In tandem with the conversion, the hotel debuts several thoughtful enhancements designed to elevate both the guest and communal experience.

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Courtesy of Hawkins Way Capital

Hawkins Way Capital

The conversion of FOUND Hotels, Chicago builds on the momentum of Marriott International's latest collection platform and advances the partnership established in September 2025 to convert a portfolio of FOUND Hotels into Series by Marriott™ properties. All managed by FCL Management, a third-party multi-class property manager specializing in the revenue and expense management of boutique and flagged hotels, the evolving pipeline will continue to expand across major U.S. markets, including San Francisco and San Diego, and already includes leisure destinations such as Santa Barbara, Miami, and Santa Monica.

Inspired by the character of Chicago itself, the hotel's interiors draw from the city's iconic skyline through a palette of rich terracotta tones, warm woods, historic masonry influences, and contemporary accents that reflect the vibrancy and energy of Chicago culture. Guestrooms unveil light refreshes, including updated case goods and the transformation of full and queen rooms, while public spaces feature refreshed furnishings and updated design elements. The hotel also introduces Lost & FOUND, a new coffee concept serving guests daily from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. Additionally, the hotel will debut a new co-working space, meeting room, and gym spaces this summer. Designed with simplicity and flexibility in mind, the co-working space will be accessible 24/7 for guests seeking a productive, community-oriented environment.

Ideally positioned in the heart of Chicago, FOUND Hotels, Chicago places guests within easy reach of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods, landmarks, and dining destinations. Summer in Chicago brings a vibrant lineup of lakefront activity, from outdoor concerts and festivals to bustling patios and riverwalk experiences, making it a compelling time to visit. The hotel is designed to serve as an accessible, design-forward home base for travelers looking to immerse themselves in the energy of the city.

The FOUND Hotels brand, developed by Hawkins Way Capital since 2016, is built on a philosophy of flexibility, experience-driven design, and a hyper-local approach; principles that closely align with the vision of Series by Marriott™. Through its partnership with Marriott International, Hawkins Way Capital is expanding the FOUND platform while preserving the individuality and local character that define each property. Participating hotels will join Marriott Bonvoy, combining the benefits of Marriott's global infrastructure and loyalty ecosystem with FOUND's design-forward, approachable hospitality model. The collaboration reflects Hawkins Way Capital's broader strategy of repositioning underutilized assets in high-demand lifestyle markets such as Chicago, creating thoughtfully curated hotels that balance operational efficiency with a strong sense of place.

For more information about Hawkins Way Capital, visit www.hawkinsway.com

For more information about Series by Marriott™, visit www.marriott.com/brands/series-by-marriott.mi

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Series by Marriott is designed to deliver a simple and approachable experience for travelers with a focus on fundamentals and well-executed basics. Hotels in the portfolio will offer quality and value with clean, comfortable rooms, free Wi-Fi, daily coffee or tea, with breakfast, fitness centers and meetings and event spaces available at certain properties.

Marriott International, Inc., (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,200 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 138 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel program.