The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Chicago Riverwalk

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

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.

VIP Access

Wonderful

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

CNY1,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 33 of 33 rooms

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

72 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

89 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

Good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sofa bed

60 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

46 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

89 sq m
River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sofa bed

139 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Sofa bed

139 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sofa bed

89 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sofa bed

139 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

157 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

46 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Down duvet

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

46 sq m
Water view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Down duvet

41 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

46 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
River view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sofa bed

89 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Sofa bed

139 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

89 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

72 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Sofa bed

60 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

72 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

89 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

46 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

41 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Plasma TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

157 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 King Beds

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Pet friendly
Parking available
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CNY1,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

About the neighborhood

71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Grant Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 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

More about this property

At a glance

Hotel size

- 381 rooms
- Arranged over 39 floors

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

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

Required at check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

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

Internet

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

Parking

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

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

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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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

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

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Parking

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What guests liked

The property's location offers easy access to a variety of dining options and restaurants. (18 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. (14 reviews)

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We had a great stay! Wonderful views clean hotel nice staff!

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Popular amenities

Main amenities (12)

Feel at home (6)

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

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

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

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

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

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

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

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible