The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel near Chicago Riverwalk

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View from room
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Outdoor wedding area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lasalle, King, Hearing Accesible)

  • 89 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (State, King, Roll-in Shower)

  • 139 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 89 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(104 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Columbus, Roll-In Shower)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Hearing)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 157 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Michigan, King, Hearing Accesible)

  • 157 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Chicago

Downtown Chicago stay.A stay at this Downtown Chicago hotel places you steps from Chicago Riverwalk and within a 5-minute walk of Michigan Avenue. Also, Millennium Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Grant Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grant Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Randolph-Wabash Station - 4 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LH Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chicago Brewhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace at Trump - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smashburger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Art Deco hotel near Chicago Riverwalk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 18 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Event space at this hotel measures 16000 square feet (1486 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown. Parking is available for a fee.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 381 guestrooms or units
  • 39 levels
  • 16000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1486 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers 381 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 37-inch plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered weekly and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 4 miles (USD 58 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 78 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (33 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch plasma TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 78 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 58 per night (4 mi away)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 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 stay

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.
    The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2481 out of 3199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 428 out of 3199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 3199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 3199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 3199 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Domonkos

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is well located but a bit dated overall. The room was all right but it was 77F when I arrived and the AC was not keeping up with the sun. Breakfast service was DMV level terrible. I had better experiences at IHOP.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Received a view room without asking. Received a coupon for the on site restaurant which i did not have time to use. The desk clerk and bell staff were stellar!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, spacious rooms. Friendly and helpful security staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew, Katy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Clara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room, excellent view and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and quiet, parking details need to be advertised better as for someone who is unfamiliar with Chicago but other than that it was a very good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice, spacious and clean! I didn’t like that it was right next to the elevators but other than that i enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is centrally located, easy walk to shops and restaurants. The hotel rooms are spacious, clean, modern, and very comfortable. The negatives - a new policy where they tried to charge me $50 for early check in (of course, I turned it down and I was only trying to check in one hour early), and the WiFi connection was awful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a small portion compared to the price being charged but the food was good. Spacious Rooms with Amazing views. staff and professional and super helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cleveland

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cleveland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and clean, staff was very polite and helpful, hotel location is convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estefania Velez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Habitaciones impecables con un vista magnífica, en la mejor zona turística y cerca de estaciones de metro, regresaré a este hotel en cada viaje a Chicago!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aylin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronyka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment I arrived, I knew this was going to be a special experience. The hotel itself is beautiful, clean, and welcoming, but what truly set my stay apart was the staff. Every single person I encountered went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and valued. The check-in process was smooth and efficient, my room was spotless with thoughtful details, and any request I had was met with genuine kindness and professionalism. It’s clear that the team here takes great pride in not only maintaining the hotel but also creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for their guests. I left feeling refreshed and well cared for, and I can’t wait to return. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for outstanding service and a truly memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The good: the location is great and we paid for a river view room which did have a very beautiful view and the room was spacious for downtown Chicago. That is where the good ends. The river view was beautiful but we were on the 14th floor and the outdoor noise the whole night was intense so we did not get much sleep. The bathroom was old and smelled of mold. When I tried showering there were roaches coming up the drain. We left and messaged the hotel to let them know they had an issue and instead of apologizing they asked if I reported it while I was there. No, I left immediately and was grossed out! I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish the hotel had a pool
View from our room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for those who like walking. Clean and spacious rooms. Excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enis

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. Centrally located easy access to absolutely everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025