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Best Western River North Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Michigan Avenue in Chicago

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Rooftop terrace
Indoor pool
Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Bar (on property)
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym

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125 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Navy Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(97 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower;with Sofabed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(97 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Living Room;with Sofabed)

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Larger Room)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Larger Room)

  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Downtown Chicago stay.With a stay at this Downtown Chicago hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Michigan Avenue and 2 miles (3 km) of Water Tower Place. Millennium Park and Willis Tower are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Willis Tower - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Grant Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 5 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 18 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portillo's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beatrix - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sushi-San - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western River North Hotel

Hotel near Michigan Avenue in Chicago
Best Western River North Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Best Western River North Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western River North Hotel offers 150 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.

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 provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 52 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 52 per day (in/out privileges)

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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western River North Hotel to the airport?

Best Western River North Hotel is 13.1 mi (34-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western River North Hotel?

As of Nov 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western River North Hotel on Dec 7, 2025 start from $92.65, excluding 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.

Does Best Western River North Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western River North Hotel.

How close is Best Western River North Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.2 mi (7-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 2 mi (9-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western River North Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Best Western River North Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 50 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western River North Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (6-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western River North Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western River North Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 52 per day.

Does Best Western River North Hotel have a pool?

Best Western River North Hotel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Best Western River North Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western River North Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western River North Hotel to downtown Chicago?

Best Western River North Hotel is 1 mi away from Chicago.

Reviews

Best Western River North Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lottie

Traveled with family

Needs some serious updating

Upon entry into the elevator it was hot slow dirty and very small. The hallways had an awful smell. I asked n paid for a city view and I got a view of some dirty old buildings. The room itself was clean but needs updating,beds were comfortable but did not have a fridge or microwave. We had a girls night out with a 7 yr old granddaughter and she says if we had no other choice we would stay again. I think it’s over priced and u have to pay extra for parking with not enough parking spots. The best was the roof top deck with a nice view but it closed at 10.
Night deck view
Day deck view
Swimming pool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Darby

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival I was informed that our reservation was not in their system. I pulled it up on my account and then the hotel no longer had the rooms we requested available. We settled for two separate rooms. The rooms were also very outdated and the building was bordering on abandoned. The elevator barely worked. One of our rooms key readers battery died (?) so we were locked out. I had to go down to the lobby 3 times before someone actually came to fix it. The ac went out in one room on our last morning. Overall would rather go somewhere else next time. Wallace the kind man working was debatably the only redeeming quality of this place. He is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the pool and rooftop lounge. Could have been more helpful about helping us find transportation and bus routes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

Ranee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sylvia

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim, Chantilly

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ALI

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location. I like the quiet. I like the hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

myrlin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anastacia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did like that the hotel has pretty good room service and pretty good prices. The rooftop terrace has a pretty decent view. But the room was ugly. The bed was on the floor. The pool is dirty and old pretty much a rundown place in a really nice area
Pool
Room
Pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Clare, Brough

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good budget hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rihana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lessly, SOUTH BEND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You could walk all downtown 😍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All was good except for the extremely slow elevator that could use an update. Service and cleanliness were good. Bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthias

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
The property needs some renovations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brooklyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful during check in, but there was only one working elevator that was old, not air conditioned and only fit 2-3 people. The hallways and stairwells were not air conditioned and had a very musty and damp smell. They were also not very clean. The room was average and clean for the most part but it was dated and old, there was paint chipping all around in the bathroom. They offered just coffee, no waters, it was an overall average to below average stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay in Chicago. Main point to make is how friendly all the staff were at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great stay. Beds were very comfortable and enjoyable. The pool was large and led right out to the rooftop terrace.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

BERNARD

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lower level parking area had too low of a ceiling, very outdated rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Allie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice room but the hallway had a terrible smell
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Eden

Traveled with partner
The halls smelled of urine. The hotel room had a strange smell and stained carpet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025