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About this property

This 4-star boutique hotel is located in the heart of downtown Chicago's River North neighborhood. The eco-friendly hotel offers an indoor pool and sundeck. Featuring designs and décor inspired by the Chicago World’s Fair, every room at the The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers a 37-inch flat-screen TV with in-room fitness channels. Rooms also include large bathrooms with designer bathrobes and designer bath amenities. Guests at the The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North can use the 24-hour fitness center with modern equipment. A free morning coffee and tea bar is provided by the The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North. CBR, located next to the hotel, serves regional cuisine for breakfast and dinner. On the weekends a brunch menu is available as well. Just 1 minutes’ walk from the CTA Red Line, this hotel is less than 1 mile from Navy Pier and Millennium Park. O’Hare International Airport and Midway Airport are within 17 miles of this hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Royal Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Chicago, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • American

    • Private parking at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Baldy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location and the roof terrace, pool, gym. Also the size and comfort of the suite (though pretty dated)
  • Fernanda
    Brazil Brazil
    The hotel is wonderful! We had a terrific time in Chicago. For sure It became much better because of Kate (front desk) and Spirol. They turned our trip more pleasant and enjoyable. Coffee and tee at the lobby everyday was a nice start for the day....
  • Hector
    Mexico Mexico
    Everything was great in this proper hotel! It was clean and kept daily, beds were comfortable, excellent noise insulation, good A/C, well maintained room and facilities. Very centric!
  • Susanne
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very good location, nice views, really friendly, helpful staff.
  • Nazli
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Friendly staff, clean rooms, excellent housekeeping
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were awesome - the level of service I experienced here is unmatched at most other places I have stayed, from the warm greetings at reception to the attentiveness of the breakfast staff and bar staff everyone was great. The hotel also...
  • Emily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant hotel, right in the centre of Chicago and a 2 minute walk to the Magnificent Mile. Room was lovely, beds very comfy. Staff were very friendly and always there if you need anything. Plenty of shops around area of hotel also as well as...
  • Wendy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Central location for River North and Downtown Chicago. Plenty of places to eat nearby and visit in the area. Staff very helpful, particularly Spiro the doorman and all the reception staff.
  • Lydia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were so great at this hotel, informative, friendly and willing to go the extra mile. The room was great as were the views and the hotel bar had a good selection of food.
  • Ilinca
    Germany Germany
    Location, location, location. Beautiful view. New firm mattresses. Very nice gym open all the time and nice pool.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • CBR
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour

House rules

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note: The property's cancellation policy includes any applicable taxes.

The hotel considers 10 or more rooms a group. The hotel reserves the right to cancel 10 or more rooms booked online. Please contact the hotel directly if you are booking 10 or more rooms.

A $32 Tax-Inclusive Resort Fee Includes:

- Coffee and tea in the lobby each morning.

- WiFi

- Two bottles of water.

- Access to the fitness center including a Peloton bike.

- Access to the Fresco Terrace (seasonal).

- Use of our indoor pool.

- Use of our bicycles to explore the city (seasonal).

- Seasonal water refresh station in the lobby

- $10 credit for use towards the on-site restaurant CBR.

The Pet Fee is a Non-Refundable $75 per stay fee. A maximum of two dogs per room are permitted.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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