The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
River views and city convenience at this downtown Chicago hotel, offering modern American cuisine and 24/7 fitness facilities.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, near Michigan Ave and Millennium Park, offers a 24-hour gym, business center, and in-room WiFi. Guests enjoy American cuisine at Hoyt's Tavern or unwind at the bar. Visitors appreciate the central location, dining, and attentive staff.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$6,359
NT$8,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9

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Room options

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 960 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 1500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(113 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • River view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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

  • 1700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located on a river, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with great shopping. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millennium Park and Grant Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Soldier Field or McCormick Place. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Chicago travel guide
Map
71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk
    Chicago Riverwalk
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
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    Michigan Avenue
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Theatre
    Chicago Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
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    Millennium Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grant Park
    Grant Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Randolph-Wabash Station
    4 min walk
  • Millennium Station
    6 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • LH Rooftop
    1 min walk
  • The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
    4 min walk
  • O'Briens Riverwalk Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Bar Pendry
    2 min walk
  • Smashburger
    2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Upscale hotel near Chicago Riverwalk
Located close to Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown provides a bar, a 24-hour gym, and a business center. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Hoyt's Chicago, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), 18 meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services, smoke-free premises, and wedding services
  • A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 381 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 37-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 4 miles (USD 58 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 78 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hoyt's Chicago

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16,000 square feet of conference space
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (33 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 39 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch plasma TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 78 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 58 per night (4 mi away)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 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 stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
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

We should mention

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Wyndham Chicago Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront Hotel
Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel Chicago
71 Hotel Chicago
Hotel 71 Chicago
Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

As of 2026/4/7, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown on 2026/4/8 start from NT$6,359, 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.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 78 per night.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Millennium Park and Grant Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Randolph-Wabash Station and State Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2654 out of 3376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 430 out of 3376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 3376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 3376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 3376 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and kind staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice and clean , great location to walk to everything .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dieshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing. The views are top tier. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Isa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for two nights and I really enjoyed it. Nice view, friendly staff and everyone was welcoming at all times. Definitely would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bets were excellent, the rooms had plenty of room in there for you to relax, the valet parking was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarvis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. Everyone is so friendly, the location is the best and the views are stunning. Rooms are always good size and clean. Stayed a couple of times and never had an issue.
The view from our room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Razzack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have absolutely no complaints my stay at the royal sonesta was nothing short of amazing. Lovely clean rooms and that river view was the highlight of my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the better hotels I've stayed in! Location was perfect, within walking distance of Millennium Park, the river, lots of eateries and shopping centers. Staff was friendly as well as very attentive to any guest from the second I arrived at the property to the second I left.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reagan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the rooms were very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Page

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was super clean, had an amazing room which was huge with a view of the river for st Patrick’s day can’t recommend it enough. Staff was super helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lilith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice rooms and kind staff. Wish they had more than just cable on the TV, and the included WiFi did not work for me- had to use cellular data. Stunning views and good food from the restaurant downstairs!
View from room- river view at night
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect view of the river!! Spacious and clean room, staff was very friendly, just wish there was more lighting in the room. Overall, would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mairead

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms spotless and friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beryl Ivonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was on point… we love the location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff CLEAN rooms. 2nd time staying here love it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

AMAZING I love the city and canal view. Shout out to the very nice Mexican man at the front door! He was very welcoming and kind
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Branli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room Great view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room with amazing views. Really friendly and helpful staff. Josh at reception was extremely good to us! Excellent location centre of everything. Would definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very nice and clean. Staff gave us a better view for my girlfriend’s birthday. The only thing that messed up the trip is they misplaced my girlfriend’s temporary ID and never found it.
The view the staff upgraded us to
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room & great staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and the views from the river view were beautiful. There is a destination fee plus no parking:only valet. Wish we knew this ahead of time to plan ahead. Beautiful hotel though. Clean beds and bathrooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Staff and very clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026