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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

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Luxury
VIP Access
4.5 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Modern elegance with stunning city views

Amidst Chicago's vibrant city centre, this stylish hotel boasts modern decor and floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning city views. Unwind in the indoor pool, savour the rooftop terrace's breathtaking panorama, and enjoy the convenience of an on-site restaurant and bar.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$342
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a large window with red curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a TV.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a large window with red curtains.

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of the city.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Spa Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Tub)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a TV.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Tub)

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a large window with red curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of the city.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, vanity, and bathtub.

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow featuring a rabbit design. There are framed pictures on the walls, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small book titled 'KINFOLK JOURNEYS'.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, vanity, and bathtub.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow featuring a rabbit design. There are framed pictures on the walls, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small book titled 'KINFOLK JOURNEYS'.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Tub)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow featuring a rabbit design. There are framed pictures on the walls, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small book titled 'KINFOLK JOURNEYS'.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite (The Artist Suite)

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk with a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the walls.

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

A neatly made bed with white and gray pillows, a plate of cookies, and a glass of milk on a bedside table.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower area.

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a red curtain, and a wall-mounted picture.

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located near the beach, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with great shopping. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Field Museum of Natural History and Lincoln Park Zoo. Check out an event or a game at Soldier Field, and consider making time for Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Chicago travel guide
Map
505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654

What's nearby

  • The Chicago Theatre with marquee lights and a large sign.
    State Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A busy urban street with a train crossing, tall buildings, and a tram.
    Michigan Avenue
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A river with boats, surrounded by tall buildings and a clear sky.
    Chicago Riverwalk
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and the Cloud Gate sculpture.
    Millennium Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A park with walking paths, trees, and benches. In the background, there are tall buildings, including a prominent skyscraper.
    Grant Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line)
    1 min walk
  • Millennium Station
    12 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lou Malnati’s
    5 min walk
  • Billy Goat Tavern
    4 min walk
  • Upstairs at The Gwen
    3 min walk
  • Bally's Casino
    3 min walk
  • Lao Sze Chuan Restaurant - Downtown/Michigan Ave
    5 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

  • Luxury boutique hotel near a metro station
  • A short walk from Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, CBR, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Valet parking (surcharge), smoke-free property and luggage storage
    • Meeting rooms, ATM/banking services and a ballroom
    • A banquet hall, a vending machine and a lift
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, pool and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 261 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
    • 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 65 per night); discounts available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CBR

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8,150 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (106 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 80 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 65 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North on 31 Aug 2026 start from AU$342, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Valet parking is available for USD 80 per night.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of State Street, Michigan Avenue, and Chicago Riverwalk. Grant Park and Millennium Park are also within 15 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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