The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a restaurant, steps from Chicago Riverwalk
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Front of property
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬
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Room options

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 960 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 1500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • River view

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • City view

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(105 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • City view

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • River view

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Water view

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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

  • 1700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is next to popular attractions like Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. This hotel has 381 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chicago Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grant Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Randolph-Wabash Station - 4 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LH Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chicago Brewhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace at Trump - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪O'Briens Riverwalk Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Art Deco hotel with a restaurant, steps from Chicago Riverwalk
Guests of The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown enjoy a 24-hour gym, WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Valet parking is available for USD 78 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, wedding services, and an ATM.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 37-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels. Pillowtop beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 4 miles (USD 58 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 78 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hoyt's Chicago

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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 center

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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (33 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 39 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property 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 USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • 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

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay

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.

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 78 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 58 per night (4 mi away)
  • 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)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay

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
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
  • 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 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Chicago Grand Wyndham
Wyndham Chicago Grand
Wyndham Chicago Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront Hotel
Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel Chicago
71 Hotel Chicago
Hotel 71 Chicago
Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jan 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown on Jan 30, 2026 start from $134.0, 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's there to do within easy reach of The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago, just steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue, and within a short walk of Millennium Park. You'll also find Grant Park and Lake Michigan less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

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

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown include a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a pillowtop mattress and bathrobes in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Are there hot tubs at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

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

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

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown serves breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Hoyt's Chicago.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown for a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

The closest major airport to The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 13.2 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 18.3 mi away (40-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

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

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown host weddings?

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

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2543 out of 3270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 433 out of 3270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 3270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 3270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 3270 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady who checked us in (the countess) was very friendly and welcoming. Even though she was the only person working the front desk, she did not get frazzled or curt. She was great! Room was beautiful and had an amazing view!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Total experience was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fregoso

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian W

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

BASIM

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rabindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ver good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jenni

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, really nice hotel overall. Staff were friendly & At night you have to show a room key to enter the hotel which felt very safe and secure. Only complaint is the pillows are horrible!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. It always delivers. Great location. Just where I want it to be. Very modern and nice. Pleased everybody.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Great staff Would love to stay again when I come back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location for this hotel was excellent. From the 31st floor we had the river view and could see all the way down the river and views of all the buildings. Bathroom was excellent just needed a double sink. Bed was very comfy and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large clean room. Staff helpful and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mitch

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly and quality staff. bed and pillows were very comfortable. one small critique - the primary work table had no outlets nearby, which is unusual considering laptops, phones, etc... like to be charged ... otherwise, fine hotel and i would not hesitate coming back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would not stay again. House keeping started knocking on doors at 8:30 and again at 9:15 on our checkout day. When we got into our room it smelled over the top of cleaning products. When I walked across the carpet my socks got completely soaked as it was wet across the carpet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great staff, wish they had room service though.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great view and friendly staff. Lucas the door man was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was always clean, and the staff was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin, Horchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel right on the riverside. All staff I interacted with were polite and professional. I had an issue with the safe in my room and reception said that they will inform maintenance. 10 minutes later maintenance show up and are unable to fix the issue so they ended up replacing the entire safe instead, even the maintenance man said he has never had to do that before. I'm very happy with the service I received here and would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nallely

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member we encountered was great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Long Beach

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, huge bathroom with separate tub, and shower. Ate, and drank off hotel property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean The staff were welcoming and pleasant The bar was enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025