Aloft Chicago Downtown River North

3.5 star property

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds | Property entrance
Reception
Restaurant
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner (View) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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515 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • Place, Merchandise Mart
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(194 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner (View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, Aloft Chicago Downtown River North is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Michigan Avenue and Merchandise Mart. This 272-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Merchandise Mart - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chicago Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 3 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 15 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Three Dots and a Dash - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beatrix - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Electric Shuffle Chicago - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sushi-San - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North

Guests of Aloft Chicago Downtown River North enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is offered for USD 74 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and free newspapers.
42-inch LCD TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 60 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 74 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Beatrix
  • w xyz bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (80 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (34 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 17 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 1.5 percent tourism fee will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 60 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 74 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Chicago City Center
Aloft City Center
Aloft City Center Hotel
Aloft City Center Hotel Chicago
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Hotel
Aloft Chicago River Chicago
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Hotel
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Chicago
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Hotel Chicago
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North on May 10, 2026 start from $169, including 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.

What's there to see near Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago within a 10-minute walk of Michigan Avenue and Merchandise Mart. You'll also find Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 74 per day with in/out privileges and self parking is available for USD 60 per day with in/out privileges. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Aloft Chicago Downtown River North feature a casino?

No, Aloft Chicago Downtown River North doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and free wired internet as well as a restaurant.

Does Aloft Chicago Downtown River North have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Aloft Chicago Downtown River North feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Aloft Chicago Downtown River North serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at w xyz bar.

Will Aloft Chicago Downtown River North allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North.

Does Aloft Chicago Downtown River North have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

The closest major airport to Aloft Chicago Downtown River North is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 12.9 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 17.6 mi away (43-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North.

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 954 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1252 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great communing about check in and when we needed somewhere to grab a drink. Beds were comfortable. Good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and the hotel was in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very helpful and kind. Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rico

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room and customer service was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shpend

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew j

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

April D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Deandre

Liked: Cleanliness
Didnt eat breakfast and air was ok
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness
Double check your receipt…got charged for parking I didn’t use. Received refund in a timely matter, but still was a inconvenience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gesela

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaden

Liked: Cleanliness
it was nice! good room, good room cleaning
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing time and super friendly staff would return immediately
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalee

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dax

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mykyta

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026