The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
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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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 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
(109 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
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 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
  • ‪Chicago Brewhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪O'Briens Riverwalk Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace at Trump - ‬4 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 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, a porter/bellhop, and wedding services.
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 Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown on Mar 15, 2026 start from $213, 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.

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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

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.

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. 2613 out of 3346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 436 out of 3346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 3346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 3346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 3346 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

Dawn

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great, except that we were supposed to get a voucher for food and drinks but didn’t get it. Staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick, Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location, hotel, and views are absolutely fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick, Atlanta

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olawale

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was great but service lacked in some impactful ways. I was doing a trip with my sister who arrived from Europe earlier than me when my flight was delayed. Despite having called the hotel (hours before check-in as soon as I realized I'd be late) and added her to the reservation, when she arrived, she was told she could not check-in because her name wasn't on the reservation. Not great service. After producing copies of the confirmation that I had personally emailed to her and going through a manager, she was permitted to check-in, and for which she provided a credit card. When I checked in, I switched the room to my credit card; however the hotel still has not released the held funds after two weeks on her card. Both her and I have called both the front desk and accounting departments. I've experienced multiple dropped calls in transferring and unreturned voicemails. It seems like these issues may be poor staff communication but it is souring a stay that would have been good. I'm honestly hoping that this review might help someone address the ongoing issue and highlight the need to be able to handle normal travel complications that any guest might experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view omggg, the rooms were clean, they didn’t stink, bathrooms were clean. It was overall amazing, close to everything!
The view!
Stayed 4 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

William, Horizon City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience from the location to the staff! Service was wonderful the entire 4 days we stayed there. The river view is unbeatable, 5-10 walk to everything from magnificant mile to millennium park can't beat it. Everyone was so friendly and helpful, establishment was clean. Would stay again 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying at this hotel! Staff was very nice , I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incrddible staff, wonderful service, clean rooms and a great value. Cant say enough about this hotel. Csnt wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, but room was small. It was clean, but somewhat average. The staff was wonderful and that really made it enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fregoso

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

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! Friendly and helpful staff, large clean rooms, and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a fantastic room with a million dollar view. Room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved how kind the staff was. The rooms were big, bathroom was great! River view was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shante

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

airanee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Details were impeccable, staff always greeted us when entering the property, help us with navigating the area, made sure we were stacked with necessities. Needed a microwave thru brought it up quick. Would surely stay again I love the Sonesta hotels
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes fresh and had good selection
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I originally gave the property a bad review in regards to the amenities and upgrades. I was quickly proven wrong when Candice who is apart of the Director team i believe quickly fixed the situation. she personally reached out and helped me resolve my issues and went above and beyond. Ive stayed at both the downtown and river north location this experience here makes me want to go to their other hotel in chicago the Allegro. 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025