Just 4 minutes’ walk away from the shopping, dining and entertainment on the Magnificent Mile, the newly renovated The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown at the Riverwalk offers on-site dining, 24-hour fitness center and WiFi. Featuring views of the city or the Chicago River, every room at Royal Sonesta Chicago provides a 48-inch flat-screen TV, small refrigerator. A coffee maker is also included. The Hotel provides the following service for a fee: bottled water. Royal Sonesta Chicago modern Hoyt's Chicago, serves Midwestern-inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It also features views of the Chicago River. A business center, ballroom and meeting space are available on-site . The Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are both less than a mile away from the hotel. The Theater District is a 5-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Sonesta Hotels
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Property highlights

  • Located in the heart of Chicago, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

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

Breakfast Info

American, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking available


Availability

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Emmalynn
United States United States
It was very clean, hotel employees were helpful, informative, and kind. I would definitely come here again. The location is WONDERFUL and I had the best time.
Stephanie
United States United States
Great staff and service! Prime location! Beautiful scenery! Walking distance from a lot of different attractions and venues!
Tito
United States United States
The people in front were really helpful late at night and staff really friendly!
Daron
United States United States
The best ever. I was treated like a king as I celebrated my Bday there.
Roxana
United States United States
It’s right in the center of every where we wanted to go to walking distance to every where even to the navy pier that I actually thought was to far to walk but really wasn’t
Anna
United States United States
The location is perfect for exploring the city. The view from the river room was amazing.
Amy
United States United States
Convenient location, large rooms, comfortable beds
Paola
Japan Japan
The city/river view was awesome. Thank you! Bed very comfortable and the bathroom was big and clean.
Michael
United States United States
For our anniversary, they upgraded us to a suite and made our Stat unforgettable
Tondricka
United States United States
The hotel is in a prime location. The views are amazing. The staff was very accommodating and professional. I absolutely enjoyed my stay here and would definitely book again.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Hoyt's American Tavern
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour

Amenities of The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

House rules

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
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.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply and will be communicated by the property.

The Pet Fee is a Non-Refundable $100 per stay fee. A maximum of two dogs per room are permitted.

Please note that breakfast-inclusive rates are for 2-people maximum and do not include tax and tip.

Please note, our garage height measurements are 6‘3“. If your car has cargo storage on top of the hood it cannot exceed 6’3”. Motorcycles are not permitted in the garage. Our valet provider is also unable to provide parking for the following models of cars due to insurance coverage: Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Durango, Dodge Ram and Jeep SRT. Self-parking is available at 60 E. Lake or 111 E. Wacker.

$32 Destination fee per night. Nonrefundable. Authorized at the time of check-in.

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.

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

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.

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