The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    1 min walk
  • Michigan Avenue
    2 min walk
  • Chicago Theatre
    4 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    40 min drive
VIP Access
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  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

  • 89 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 157 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

  • 46 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • 41 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

  • 157 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Art Deco Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness centre
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Additionally, WiFi in public areas, valet parking and a business centre are on-site. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers 381 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 37-inch plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.
The sightseeing around The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Chicago Riverwalk. You'll find features such as a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Hoyt's American Tavern
  • WiFi in some public areas for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds, overall comfort, cleanliness and spaciousness
  • Steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 18 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Event space at this hotel measures 16000 square feet (1486 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown. Parking is available for a fee.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (USD 58 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hoyt's American Tavern

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

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 centre

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.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (83 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (77 centimetre high)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

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.

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 58 per night
  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night
  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1729 out of 2341 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 2341 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 2341 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 2341 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 2341 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this hotel primarily because of its location. However I had no idea how beautiful it be. We booked a room with the river view and it did not disappoint. The room itself was nice and very clean. Everything is within walking distance, we rented a car but only used it to get to and back from the airport. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Royal Sonesta. Our room had a fantastic view!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a beautiful location with easy access for travel to the attractions we had chosen for our first visit to Chicago. Our room was comfortable and fulfilled our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sana

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaszmyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect location. We were able to walk everywhere while visiting Chicago. Right across from Riverwalk, walkable to the bean and magnificent mile for shopping. Breathtaking views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amruddin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was very nice and clean but they didn’t stated they don’t provide parking there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Property and Staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Comfy beds, clean room, very helpful staff. Our room had the best view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location very clean, Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, in the middle of everything
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I felt the property was a bit overpriced for a 4 Star hotel. Nothing special about the room.No concierge desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Olivia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the Property all nice but the Valet Parking is not good. We waited over an hour to get our car 😡
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Logan

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While doing our research we had clue about the Chicago area - and we picked The Royal Sonesta Downtown - OM Heavens - it was a perfect spot - centrally located for all our tours - easy access to the riverwalk - restaurants - shopping - the Magnificent Mile - Millennium Park (the Bean) - The Gangster Tour, etc. , Smith & Wollensky Steak house (save that for your last night - you'll understand why when you do it - (it's always great to end a wonderful vacation on a super high note)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Beautiful property and highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mohssen, Greenbrae

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel. The view of trump tower and down the river is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne, Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024