The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Property class: 4
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 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
(114 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

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
(50 reviews)
  • River view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 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

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 381-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 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
  • ‪Bar Pendry - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O'Briens Riverwalk Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smashburger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

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 80 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a business center, a banquet hall, and a porter/bellhop.
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 80 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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 80 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 Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown on Apr 30, 2026 start from $230, 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 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.

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.

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.

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).

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. 2653 out of 3367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 426 out of 3367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 3367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 3367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 3367 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keiosha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a great stay here for my birthday weekend. The room was nice and clean. I had the perfect view. I will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

aarion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Artyom

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavi

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shalon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was luxurious and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chanelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Rachel is very nice and informative and has great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Thomas, San Francisco

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect, everything is walkable distance. The view of our room was amazing, specially at night time!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was OK at best but the manager was receptive and made things right.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Daved

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was very rude from the Manager his name Robert the Roma was not good no clean I don’t like the customer service from them
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoshan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the fact that customers in the front desk , housekeepers as well as for valet we’re great .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Danae Ramirez-

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice city view and staff is very kind and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fareed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great view!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025