The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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Room options

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Spa Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Tub)

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Tub)

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is adjacent to State Street and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Michigan Avenue. This 4.5-star hotel has 261 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chicago Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Merchandise Mart - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 1 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 12 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shaw's Crab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rossi's Liquors - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kyuramen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is offered for USD 78 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. MP3 docks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 65 per night); discounts available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 78 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CBR

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8,150 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 1 to September 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 78 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 65 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 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 day

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chicago Palomar
Palomar Chicago
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Chicago
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago
Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North on Aug 10, 2025 start from $169.15, 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.

What is there to do close to The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago, just steps from State Street, and within a 10-minute walk of Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk. You'll also find Millennium Park and Chicago Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 78 per night with in/out privileges.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a casino?

No, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North good for couples?

This boutique hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North serves breakfast for a surcharge each morning at CBR.

Will The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

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

How far is the airport from The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

The closest major airport to The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 13.5 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 17.8 mi away (36-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1370 out of 1893 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1893 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1893 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1893 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1893 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Araceli, Hesperia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADOLFO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Customer Service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel did a great job helping us get the car parked settle in had fresh hot coffee every morning and it was a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kearra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

I loved everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lakisha

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really grateful for the accommodations made my front desk for my partner’s birthday celebration. The comforts exceed ed our expectations and we had a wonderful time enjoying the room and ammenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay here. It was clean, well taken care of, unique, and safe space to stay. The staff was all wonderful and made our stay even better!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdulelah

Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Bellmen were excellent and super friendly and went above and beyond to be helpful. Front desk and guest services did not have their act together and didn’t do any of the things they said they would, ie deliver extra coffee pods to the room, add my spouse to the reservation, and set us up with late check out. It wasn’t horrible but inconvenient because they said they would do these things.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marlen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It q great hotel to stay downtown chicago
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very personable. Always welcomed us back when we arrived back from a day in the city. Conveniently located. Clean rooms. I did arrive at 5:30 after an 8 hour drive and the room wasn’t ready although I had gotten a text at 4 that it was ready. Minor frustration waiting in the lobby. Valet area is small and inconvenient. But it’s the city so it is expected. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025