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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Michigan Avenue

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Terrace/patio
Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)
Lobby
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Spa Suite)

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (The Artist Suite)

Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Chicago

Downtown Chicago stay.At this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Michigan Avenue and State Street, both within a 5-minute walk. Chicago Riverwalk and Chicago Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 1 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 12 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shaw's Crab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rossi's Liquors - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kyuramen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4.5-star luxury hotel near Michigan Avenue
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 8150 square feet (757 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the luxury The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 261 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 8150 sq ft of conference space
  • 757 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers 261 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered on request and refrigerators can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 65 per night); discounts available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 1 to July 31:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Palomar Chicago
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Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1306 out of 1814 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1814 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1814 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1814 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1814 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. Excellent location. Rooms are very comfortable and spacious. Most importantly the beds are comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Mostly decent, nice locale, close to the river. Struggled to get a hot shower and its a bit dated. Friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing in all aspects, just not sure why we need to pay a $32 destination fee, first time ever I have paid such tax.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed several times here. Never disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byambasuren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with partner
Service is as wonderful at front desk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
What I enjoyed was the location and staff. GABBY, TY, and Shapiro was excellent staff members. Gabby was always cheerful, Ty was so accommodating, and Shapiro took great care of us with recommendations and directions. The only flaw is the decor. Money need to be place in the building to update the decor and torn furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Rooms were super nice for the price. The location was perfect to everything around. Side note the music selection in the lobby was on point.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy*

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren, Georgetown

Hotel is wonderful. Beds are comfortable, clean rooms. Short waking distance to shops and restaurants. River is a short walk away and seeing the river turn green is an incredible sight to see. The area outside of the hotel is questionable and you have to watch your surroundings as dope feins constantly harass you. They know what’s not local so you have to be careful and keep moving. There doesn’t seems to be a police presence at all to make you feel, especially in a huge city and the fire station is close by so you hear fire trucks all night long.on a positive The food on the city is amazing! The deep dish stuffed pizza is a must try! Overall had a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guy who checked us in was great! Bellman was very nice! The upgrade that i chose for the room was fine but not happy with the destination fee. I texted the front desk and asked for more towels for the pool. No one brought any. Charge for valet is a bit steep. Overall i would stay elsewhere next time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ameer

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On the plus side, the staff was great, the room was nice, and the view was very good. On the negative side, the room was a bit dirty - partially eaten chocolate on the floor, hair on the duvet, and after spilling a little water on the carpet and laying a washcloth on it, the washcloth looked as if I had mopped up spilled coffee. Also, the bathroom door is a barn door with a very large gap, so there is no real privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Edisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Outdated. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and nice room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Hotels in a very convenient location. The rooftop was shut down though we were sad about that but not a big deal we just went outside. Everyone that works there was very nice and you're greeted with a bottle of wine pretty cool, definitely pay the $20 to upgrade to a window view of the city. So amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025