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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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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

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

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Spa

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (The Artist Suite) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Spa

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Spa

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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. Also, Chicago Riverwalk is within half a mile (1 km) and Millennium Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • State Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chicago Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Snickers Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yardbird - ‬2 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
  • 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 minibars. 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. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is offered on request and refrigerators can be requested.

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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 78 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

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

  • 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: 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 78 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).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North to the airport?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is 13.5 mi (33-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 The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

As of Dec 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North on Jan 4, 2026 start from $110.86, 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 The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North.

How close is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 1.6 mi (7-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offer free breakfast?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (4-min walk) is nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 78 per night.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a pool?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North features an indoor pool.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a restaurant?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is home to CBR, which features American cuisine, happy hour, and light fare.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North to downtown Chicago?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is 0.9 mi away from Chicago.

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1658 out of 2328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 387 out of 2328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 2328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 2328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2328 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean hotel. Convenient to our desired destinations in the city. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with everything!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel staff was great from the door men to front desk staff everyone was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

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

2/10 Terrible

Connor

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I am writing to formally request a full refund for my recent stay at your the royal sonesta in Chicago, IL. My experience was profoundly disappointing and did not align with the standards advertised on your website, nor did it reflect the $400 price point. I experienced several significant issues during my stay: False Advertising: The room I was assigned was not comparable to the quality and condition depicted in the photographs and descriptions on your website. The discrepancy was significant and misleading. Lack of Cleanliness: The overall cleanliness of the room was far below acceptable standards. [If you have them, add a specific detail, such as "The bathroom had not been properly sanitized, and the linens were questionable."] Non-functional Amenities: During a weekend heatwave, the air conditioning in my room was completely non-operational. This resulted in an uncomfortably hot environment that made sleep impossible. Disturbances and Noise: The room was not soundproofed as expected, leading to excessive noise from the surrounding area that further disrupted my rest throughout the night. Unavailable Services: The advertised breakfast service was not available at the scheduled time, with staff informing guests it would be opening late. These issues, particularly the non-functioning air conditioning during extreme heat and the poor cleanliness, rendered my stay intolerable and failed to meet expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice.Enjoying our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

6/10 Okay

L Etable ye A Vaques

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Schahrzad

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chang, Bolingbrook

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Room has lot's of dust. and night time floor hallway smells of mariana can't stay in the room. never staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great location and friendly staff

Our stay at the hotel was awesome. The room was spacious, in a great location to see things in the city, and the staff was so friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel for your stay in Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious. Housekeeping services are available but you never see carts/housekeepers. If you choose not to have housekeeping, it’s very easy to get what you need and service is prompt. There was always one or more employees at the front desk and someone out front to help with questions, directions, etc. Location was great! We were able to walk - safely - to so many places. Although coffee was available daily in the “living room”, a coffee maker in the room would be nice. If we were to travel to Chicago again we would definitely consider this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Top notch👍👍👍

Our stay at the Royal Sonesta started out top-notch when we checked in and met Gabby at the reception desk. What a ray of sunshine !!!! So informative,sweet,caring, went out of her way to help us more than once. It just put such a positive spin to our first time visit to Chicago! Also the main bartender at you restaurant, forgot his name, he was also very pleasant and helpful Would definitely stay here again the location couldn’t have been better. It was clean since we felt very safe. Thanks so much. We really enjoyed our trip. Steve and Bobbi
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anders

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The receptionist was unfriendly didn’t help started sending me to an occupied room. Then I got a dirty unclean room see picture. If I hadn’t prepaid I would have moved out immediately
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paola

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noemi, Brookfield

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Big room. Comfy bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025