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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

★★★★ 71 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, US

9.4 guest rating· 2441 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views

Experience the newly renovated Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown at the Riverwalk, just steps away from the vibrant Magnificent Mile. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city or the Chicago River from your room, equipped with modern amenities like a 48-inch flat-screen TV and a coffee maker.

Delicious Dining Options

Indulge in Midwestern-inspired dishes at the modern American tavern, Hoyt's, while taking in the scenic views of the Chicago River. Start your day with a delicious breakfast, grab a leisurely lunch, or enjoy a hearty dinner - all without leaving the hotel.

Convenient Location and Amenities

With a 24-hour fitness centre, on-site dining, and WiFi access, Royal Sonesta Chicago ensures a comfortable stay. Plus, take advantage of the business centre, ballroom, and meeting spaces available for your convenience.

Ready to elevate your Chicago experience? Book your stay at Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown at the Riverwalk today!

Rooms & rates

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Royal Premier Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Roll In Shower (Non Smoking) (Accessible)

Sleeps 4 · 41 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>450 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Ceiling hoist</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Sleeps 2 · 41 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>450 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Closed-captioned TV</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Sleeps 5 · 157 m² · 2× King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 King Beds</strong></p><p>1700 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Closed-captioned TV</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>500-sq-foot room with water views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Closed-captioned TV</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Junior Suite with One King Bed (Non Smoking)

Sleeps 3 · 72 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator

This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a hairdryer. The suite offers a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.

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

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>500 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar in bathtub</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

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

Sleeps 3 · 139 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>1500 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free local calls, twin sofa bed, and laptop-compatible safe; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Ceiling hoist</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

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

Sleeps 4 · 46 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>500 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Closed-captioned TV</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

Sleeps 3 · 89 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>960 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Closed-captioned TV</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Superior Suite with One King Bed (Non Smoking)

Sleeps 3 · 89 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>960 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 37-inch plasma TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free local calls, twin sofa bed, and laptop-compatible safe; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Closed-captioned TV</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Weekly housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness facilities
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
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  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Dry cleaning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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71 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.42441 reviews

+ Central location and stunning river views+ Friendly, helpful staff (valet, bellmen, front desk often praised)+ Clean, spacious and comfortable rooms with good beds+ Early check-in and package handling appreciated− Parking is complicated/expensive and booking app issues− Perceived poor value in some areas (high restaurant/breakfast prices, price drops after booking)− Occasional room issues (shower problems, cold nights, room size mismatch vs. advertised)
Cleanliness9.9
Service9.9
Location10.0
Room Quality9.9
Amenities8.5
Value for Money8.5

Great location and comfortable stay

9.0

Convenient location, large rooms, comfortable beds

− Ice machine on my floor didn’t work, bathroom smelled a little mildewy.

amy · US · 2026-07-25

First rate

10.0

The location and views from the room were unbelievable.

Sean · GB · 2026-07-25

Guest review

8.0

Ubicacion

− Las cortinas del cuarto no cerraban completamente y entraba mucha luz en la noche.

Gustavo · MX · 2026-07-22

Guest review

10.0

La habitación del hotel era muy amplia y con una gran vista, todo fue perfecto y muy comodo.

Yolima · CO · 2026-07-22

Hotel was great great location great service everything great

10.0

Everything close to everything perfect

− Nothing

Trevell · US · 2026-07-21

Clean and comfortable!

8.0

Perfect location!

Scott · US · 2026-07-20

Good to know

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply and will be communicated by the property.

The Pet Fee is a Non-Refundable $100 per stay fee. A maximum of two dogs per room are permitted.

Please note that breakfast-inclusive rates are for 2-people maximum and do not include tax and tip.

Please note, our garage height measurements are 6‘3“. If your car has cargo storage on top of the hood it cannot exceed 6’3”. Motorcycles are not permitted in the garage. Our valet provider is also unable to provide parking for the following models of cars due to insurance coverage: Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Durango, Dodge Ram and Jeep SRT. Self-parking is available at 60 E. Lake or 111 E. Wacker.

$32 Destination fee per night. Nonrefundable. Authorized at the time of check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

›Groups

No special conditions apply for groups.

›Parking

Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 75 per day.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

People no matter the age stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.