The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

October 2025

16

November 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pool
Bar
Pet friendly
Laundry

Explore the area

505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654

Place, Michigan Avenue
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Chicago Riverwalk
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Millennium Park
‪9 min walk‬
Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
‪24 min drive‬

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Room options

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

323 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Very good

323 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

Exceptional

323 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

495 sq ft
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, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

323 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

Excellent

495 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

323 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

366 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Exceptional

366 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

366 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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

Exceptional

366 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

753 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite (The Artist Suite)

753 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

753 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

Exceptional

753 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

753 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

753 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
‪Snickers Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
‪Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - ‬2 min walk
‪Andy's Jazz Club - ‬2 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 dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. 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.

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$191 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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 Oct 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North on Nov 16, 2025 start from $154.0, 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.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have connecting rooms?

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 that I can book 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.