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

July 6, 2026

River North Hotel has announced a property-wide refresh, featuring enhanced guestrooms and public spaces, flexible co-working areas, and the introduction of a new coffee concept called "Lost & FOUND." The hotel, now operating under the Series by Marriott™ brand as FOUND Hotels, Chicago, was launched by Hawkins Way Capital, a real estate company overseeing $3 billion in assets.

This conversion aligns with Marriott International's strategy to expand its latest collection platform and builds on a partnership formed in September 2025 to transform a portfolio of FOUND Hotels into Series by Marriott™ properties. FCL Management, a third-party property manager specializing in boutique hotels, will continue to manage these evolving properties, with future expansions planned for major U.S. markets such as San Francisco and San Diego.

Brian Nolen, General Manager of FOUND Hotels, Chicago, emphasized the hotel's commitment to providing a hospitality experience that embodies the spirit of Chicago. He noted that the partnership with Series by Marriott™ enables the hotel to maintain its unique character while benefiting from Marriott’s brand recognition and guest services.

The hotel's interior design draws inspiration from Chicago's skyline, featuring a palette of terracotta tones and warm woods. Guestrooms have been updated with new furnishings, and public spaces have received a design overhaul. Lost & FOUND will serve coffee daily from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m., and a co-working space, meeting room, and gym will be launched this summer, designed to be accessible 24/7 for guests.

FOUND Hotels, developed by Hawkins Way Capital since 2016, focuses on flexibility and local experiences, aligning with the vision of Series by Marriott™. This partnership aims to expand the FOUND brand while maintaining the unique qualities of each property, which will also participate in Marriott Bonvoy, offering guests the advantage of Marriott’s global loyalty program.

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