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About this property
Ideally located in downtown Chicago along the Chicago River, this 4-star boutique hotel features modern guestrooms with free WiFi. The Art Institute of Chicago is 10 minutes' walk away. The River Hotel’s rooms feature custom designed furnishings with a work desk, iPod docking station, premium bedding and a wall-mounted flat-screen HDTV. Select rooms offer a seating area or a kitchenette. Hotel River features 24-hour concierge services and 3 state-of-the-art meeting rooms for business needs. A well-equipped gym is on site for added convenience. Guests can also order a yoga kit send directly to their room. Room service is available. The Magnificent Mile is 2 blocks from this Chicago River Hotel and Millennium Park is a 10 minutes' walk away. Soldier Field and Shedd Aquarium are less than a 10 minutes' drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Colleen
United States
“It is close to everything. We came in on the South Shore Line so very close to Millennium Station and the blue line to O’Hare. Our double room even had two bathrooms which was great.” - Algairen
United States
“Everything was great: the room, housekeeping… and the people at the front desk were soo helpful and kind. The location is just perfect.” - Nicolene
United States
“The room, super comfortable bed. free coffee, lounge area.” - Esperanza
United States
“It was my second time in this Hotel, and as always, it was amazing to stay there, the stuff is very helpful and kind. The location is PERFECT if you want to explore the city, walkable almost everywhere. The room It is super clean and well equipped...” - Bal
United States
“The location is very convenient, and there is ample parking available. The staff was also wonderful and very helpful.” - Roberta
United States
“Staff - over-the-top excellent: professional, competent, easy to talk to, knowledgeable Location - couldn't be better: on the river, downtown, in the middle of everything Room - very clean, comfortable beds, quiet Building - historic building...” - Linda
United States
“The location was fabulous. It was close to everything downtown, and we could walk easily where we wanted to go” - Marieta
United States
“Perfect location and the receptionist were excellent” - Gallagher
United Kingdom
“Great location, fantastic team - special shout out to Jock, Pedro and Ronnie who are a great example of how to do hospitality. Our room was perfect for our group of 4 adults and a child - we booked a 2 bedroom suite which also had a sofa bed, 2...” - Paul
United States
“Great location, great staff, great room, great views.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Guests under the age of 21 years must be accompanied by a parent or official guardian.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A damage deposit of $100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.