Hotel Description . Located In The Heart Of Chicago On Historic State Street The Hotel Burnham Projects An Atmosphere Of Historical And Whimsy Devoted To The Hotels Theme Of Romance. Completed In 1895 As The Reliance Building it Was One Of The First Steel Framed Skyscrapers In The World. Dark Finished Mahogany Wood Rich Colored Leathers And Silk Drapery Unite To Re create The Mens Club Atmosphere That Once Occupied This Space. Tumbled Stone Flooring In The Entry Lobby Complement The Restored Stone Floor Used In The Original Lobby. Swans Mated For Life Swim In The Cooridor Carpet Design Of Our Guestroom Floors. Cherubs Adorn The Guestroom Bedding adding To The Romance Theme. Expansive Windows Feature Incredible Views Of Downtown Chicago Are Draped In Handsome Blue Velvet And Tie Back Panels With Samplings Of Mozarts Symphonies.