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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
Meeting facility
Exterior
Lobby
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

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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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

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

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

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

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

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

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

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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

  • 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
  • Merchandise Mart - 10 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
  • ‪Shaw's Crab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kitchen + Kocktails - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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 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.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 2,894 reviews
$226 nightly
The price is $266
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
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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)

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 September 30:
  • 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 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).

Property is also known as

Chicago Palomar
Palomar Chicago
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Chicago
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago
Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

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 Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North on Sep 1, 2025 start from $199.0, 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. The pool is closed seasonally each year from May 1 to September 30.

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. 1480 out of 2069 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 2069 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 2069 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 2069 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 2069 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

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iesha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel …had the Jr suite with spa tub and it was amazing . Everything in walking distance. Pool was closed due to being worked on but other than that everything was great .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Midland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel

The hotel was clean, comfortable, and the staff were very friendly. Great location! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raina

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Tayler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our stay was ok. The hotel was not as updated as the pictures on the site shows. The carpets were stained and worn down, and the sheets and rooms were very old and outdated. The rooftop looked nothing like the photos. Otherwise it’s in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, comfortable and very nice. Staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was fantastic - super close to the train. Staff was incredibly friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Great stay!!

Enjoyed our three night stay. We ate breakfast once and dinner once at the restaurant. Delicious! The coffee in the front room each morning was great. We sat in the comfy chairs and had a couple of cups each day. Our room was cozy. We will be coming back to The Royal Sonesta for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elen Stephanie Ojeda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here, house keeper would clean our room every day. Staff was friendly. Rooftop is only open till 10pm, such a beautiful view. Definitely recommend staying here
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great and response time was quick for all of our requests. Staff are also friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander T.

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent 2 night three day stay. Hotel is in a great location in River North area with an excellent restaurant and bar off the lobby and short walking distance to many other nice restaurant options. Hotel is clean and quiet and staff are polite and very helpful service. I’ll return again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

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

Loved my stay!

Upon checking in, I was easily distracted by the aroma of the lobby: it smelled amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. We came for my wife’s 45th birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, super friendly and helpful staff, and great location. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice and quiet hotel with an amazing view
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keiondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawnta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Great Place To Try

We originally booked the Royal Sonesta thinking it was the one on the River and later found it was the North River Hotel. The North River does not have the view as the other one but the service, amenities, and overall friendliness and courtesy of the staff is awesome from the CBR restaurant to the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bummed the
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025