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Mr. Claus is Coming to Town!

11th Annual Santa Suite at Swissotel

By Sara Yaniga November 9, 2024

A family tradition of ours every Christmas, the Swissôtel Chicago is delighted to announce the return of its renowned Santa Suite with a fresh and musical twist for the 2024 holiday season! 

This year, the Santa Suite takes on a new theme: Holiday Songs. Transforming into a vibrant celebration of beloved and classic festive tunes, the 2024 Santa Suite is a one-of-a-kind seasonal experience unlike any other in the city. The Santa Suite officially opens its doors on Nov. 15 with tickets and bookings available now. 

Swissôtel Chicago’s Santa Suite offers a variety of experiences throughout the holiday season, including private holiday gatherings, VIP visits with Santa, and festive overnight packages. A full suite of offerings can be found online at SwissotelChicagoSantaSuite.com.

Perched on the 41st floor of Swissôtel Chicago, the Santa Suite will feature 17 holiday trees with decorations inspired by classic songs like, “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” “You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and more. The suite will be decked out with dazzling décor, twinkling lights, and of course, Mr. Claus himself.






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Unique Santa Suite Features and Facts

  • Swissôtel’s 2,000-square-foot Presidential Suite is transformed into Santa’s Chicago home during the holidays
  • Sweeping views of Lake Michigan and downtown Chicago
  • In-Suite activities, including face-painting, arts and crafts, cookie decorating, and writing station to send a letter to Santa
  • Seasonal treats, including a build-your-own hot cocoa bar, adult beverage bar, holiday treats, and more
  • Around 15,000 people have experienced the Santa Suite since it’s start in 2013  
  • Santa Suite has earned $25,000 worth of donations to One Family of Illinois (formerly SOS Children's Village) in the last 11 years


Santa Suite Holiday Offerings

Swissôtel Chicago’s Santa Suite offers a variety of experiences throughout the holiday season, including private holiday gatherings, VIP visits with Santa, and festive overnight packages.

  • Santa Days: Available on select dates from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Nov. 29, Dec. 13, and Dec. 20), guests can meet Santa in the Santa Suite, enjoy holiday treats, face painting by Wendee Goles, holiday crafts by Make to Celebrate, and a special “Letters to Santa” station, as well as receive their own take-home ornament. Adults can also enjoy a bar with specialty holiday cocktails, including the Cinnamon Maple Old Fashioned, Peppermint Martini and Spiked Hot Chocolate. Tickets are $55 per person (children under two-years-old are complimentary). To book, visit ExploreTok.

  • Holiday Tradition Santa Visit: For guests looking for a more private experience with Santa Claus in his Chicago home away from home, personal one-hour visits are available every Saturday and Sunday from Nov. 30 through Dec. 22. Available for groups of up to 20 people, bookings include a hot cocoa bar, holiday treats and a Moet champagne bottle, $50 donation to One Family Illinois, a take-home ornament, cookie decorating, face painting, and a visit to Santa’s Post Office. Reservations are made on the hour from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To book a Holiday Tradition Private Santa experience, visit ExploreTok.

  • Events in the Santa Suite: Swissôtel Chicago’s Santa Suite is the best holiday space for events, whether it’s a small family gathering or a corporate holiday reception for up to 150 people. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, Lake Michigan views, and event and catering services of Swissôtel Chicago. For more details or to reserve a holiday event space, please contact sch.social@swissotel.com or call 312-268-8215.

  • Overnight Santa Packages: For those seeking an over-the-top and festive extended stay, Swissôtel Chicago offers special overnight packages that include a stay in a luxurious guest room, access to the Santa Suite, holiday-themed amenities, a Veuve Clicquot bottle and limited-edition Veuve puffer bottle holder. To make a reservation, contact sch.social@swissotel.com

Tickets for Santa Days and bookings for all other Santa Suite experiences are available online at SwissotelChicagoSantaSuite.com. Guests are encouraged to book early, as space and tickets are limited.