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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Chicago Riverwalk

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, located near Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park, offers an upscale retreat with a 24-hour gym and business center. Enjoy American cuisine at Hoyt's American Tavern or relax at the bar while taking advantage of in-room WiFi; previous guests rave about the dining options, central location, and helpful staff.

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Business center
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is $258
includes taxes & fees
$220 per night
May 26 - May 27

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (State, King, Roll-in Shower)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lasalle, King, Hearing Accesible)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Michigan, King, Hearing Accesible)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Water view
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Hearing)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Columbus, Roll-In Shower)

Fridge, coffee/tea maker

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Millennium Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 49 min drive
  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Chicago Union Station - 26 min walk
  • Randolph-Wabash Station - 4 min walk
  • State Station - 4 min walk
  • Lake Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪LH Rooftop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Base Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Travelle Kitchen + Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

You'll be in a fantastic location at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, just a 5-minute walk from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Hoyt's Chicago, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Chicago Theatre and Millennium Park. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Randolph-Wabash Station is 4 minutes and State Station is 4 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 381 rooms
    • Arranged over 39 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 75 per night)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking nearby (USD 58 per night)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (16000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 33
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 35
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch plasma TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Special features

Dining

Hoyt's Chicago - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 75 per night
  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 58 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
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.

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Wyndham Chicago Grand
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Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 75 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (9-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Yes, Hoyt's Chicago offers American cuisine.

What's the area around The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown like?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is located by the river in Downtown Chicago, a short 4-minute walk from Randolph-Wabash Station and 2 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
View
River
Restaurant
Bed
River view
Parking
Elevator

What guests liked

  • The property's location offers easy access to numerous dining options, including restaurants along the river walk and within short walking distance. (17 reviews)
  • The property's gym was clean, well-equipped, and had a great selection of equipment, including Peloton bikes. (10 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property restaurant was consistently described as very good, delicious, and fantastic. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and wonderful room!
Stacie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service - excellent location

Great rooms in an amazing location. Impeccable service
Marta, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff was amazing! Especially Shetara and the valet attendants were very helpful and friendly.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place. Clean and roomy and good service.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect ubication

The hotel has a wonderful ubication. The rooms are very comfortable.
María Esther, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay! Wonderful views clean hotel nice staff!
Hailee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nothing but good things to say about the Royal Sonesta. The staff was all extremely nice, check-in was smooth, the rooms were clean and the view was incredible.
Edward, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel great staff and the location is perfect for dining options
Kyle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was my first time in Chicago and it was great. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. My room had the best view ever. The room was very clean and comfy. The check-in and checkout process was so fast.
Tamika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay

Good location and comfortable stay! No pool but nice gym. Very friendly staff but didn’t make up our room on our last day?
David, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay
Danielle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great downtown location.

Rooms very clean. Great location by the river and Michigan Avenue. Staff was friendly and polite.
Kieron, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location of the hotel. Great stay for a girl's trip!
Shakari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Renata, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Definitely stay here!

10/10 recommend, will be coming back to stay again. The check in lady was extra helpful and very knowledgeable about food to order in. Very impressed with room and view of the green river.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very nice hotel
Araceli, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel
Syed, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay and great views

We stayed in the Columbia suite. Very nice and relatively private. Staff were professional and helpful. The view was spectacular! Sadly, the revving sports cars parked out front on Saturday and Sunday mornings was highly obnoxious, and clearly heard on the 25th floor.
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location -central to all the main touristy spots. Lovely rooms and super helpful/friendly staff
Elaine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel overall. I would stay there again.
Danny, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love it

We ate at the restaurant at the hotel and the food was great. The breakfast sandwich is a must. The hotel staff was very friendly. Hotel in a great location.
Travis P., 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff and location
Tesia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like everything about this hotel.
CUCA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s the perfect location in between everything!
Quyen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I Love the location and Great Services.
Elisa Zenaida, 3-night trip