The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
VIP Access

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Ballroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
View from room

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
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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
(49 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • River view
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Water view
  • 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 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
  • ‪Smashburger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Riverfront hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
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 tours/tickets 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)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

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 Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown on Jan 21, 2026 start from $114.0, 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 Lake Michigan and Chicago Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available 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, there isn't a spa tub 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.

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown have connecting rooms?

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 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. 2473 out of 3183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 3183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 3183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 3183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 3183 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, comfortable, large room. Hotel staff phenomenal. Always ready and waiting to help with whatever you needed. The restaurant staff and food were great too. Fantastic hotel. Will always stay there when in Chicago. I have stayed in many hotels and this was my best experience yet.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savanah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. Location is excellent for trains, buses and landmarks. Right in the riverwalk, it was a great location to walk to all the attractions we wanted to see. Only complaint is there should be some attention paid to the bathroom. Mold and mildew in shower and paint peeling off walls. Other than that room was nice and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasurable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jelinda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

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

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great room hotel was awesome nice views friendly staff. The bed was a little too firm and the shower only had those half door thing which suck. But overall great would def stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Marylise

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could have been better

Firstly you should know there is no complimentary breakfast. Also, they over free small water but they offer avian water for $7 each. Room cleaning would show up late in the day after we got back from our excursions which didn’t work since we were not going to leave our room at that point. They charge a $32 a day property fee and try to say it’s worth it since you get a $10 discount each day at their restaurant. They also hold a $500 property insurance hold once you check in on top of the money you already paid for the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tangee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, felt safe, even though I traveled with spouse. A single female traveler would feel safe staying at this location. Nice clean hotel, pretty decor in the common area of lobby, staff are polite and friendly, willing to help. The connection restaurant was friendly, limited menu bit food is good. Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is great - very friendly. Great location. Modern decor. Firm bed. Very accommodating to specific requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maleah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff was amazing and super nice! Hotel area is in great spot most places we went was walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck Aron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay hands down, out of 3-4 visits to various places in this area, Royal Sonesta hit all the checkmarks. Many options to choose from dining, riverwalk, shopping, safe, clean, bulding in great shape and the rooms are very clean and up to date and easy to get too.This will be our place to stay "everytime"!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Belvidere

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

10/10 Excellent

Hudson

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and convience was awesome! Only thing wish it had morning coffee bar and onsite parking to be little More affordable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla, Fleming Island

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible! Each time we came into view of an employee, they said hello or nodded and were quick to assist when we needed something. The hotel is seriously in the perfect location for easy walking to delicious restaurants and Michigan Ave. Not a horrible walk from the train. It's simply a nice place to stay. Very comfortable. Make sure that you book a RIVER view. It's incredible. We've been here twice now and this time was my 40th birthday. They gave me a free upgrade! THANK YOU.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025