With workers striking at six downtown Chicago hotels just days before the Chicago Marathon, hotel managers face a challenge: maintaining safe, smooth operations with fewer staff members.
With thousands of runners and visitors arriving for marathon weekend, hotels may experience heavier foot traffic, busier entrances, and additional security concerns.
How Valle Services Can Help
Valle Services provides professional security for Chicago hotels, events, and businesses. We are currently providing security for the Sheraton and have previously provided security for the Hilton on Michigan Avenue.
With 45 years of industry experience, we understand the importance of keeping guests comfortable, maintaining a visible security presence, and addressing concerns before they escalate.
Thanks to 45 years in business, we have a large roster of experienced security officers ready to complement your hotel’s team.
Whether your hotel needs short-notice coverage during a strike or additional officers for a busy event weekend, Valle Services can help with armed or unarmed security and off-duty police when appropriate.
Professional security officers can help hotels maintain order and protect guests, employees, and workers on the picket line. Additional coverage can include:
- Lobby and entrance security to monitor access and assist guests.
- Crowd management to keep entrances and walkways clear.
- Parking and property patrols to help deter theft and other incidents.
- Neutral, professional support to promote safety and de-escalate tense situations.
Need Additional Hotel Security?
Don’t wait until staffing shortages become a security concern. Valle Services serves Chicago and surrounding suburbs and is available 24/7.
Valle Services provides every kind of hotel security, from special events and recurring daily coverage to strike contingency. See our Hotel Security in Chicago page.
Call or text 630-212-8938 or visit valleservices.com to discuss your security needs.
Sources
- ABC7 Chicago, “Workers at downtown hotels go on strike ahead of Chicago Marathon,” October 9, 2026
