The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Property class: 4

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Located close to Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown provides a bar, a 24-hour gym and a business centre. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Hoyt's Chicago, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is HK$1,051
HK$1,500 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted shelf, and a window with a city view.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, a brown leather chair, a small round table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (State, King, Roll-in Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted shelf, and a window with a city view.

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

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, dark wood paneling, a city view, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

A modern living room with a grey sofa, red and black chair, a blue ottoman, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There's a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a patterned rug.

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a city view, two armchairs, a small round table, and a floor lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

A modern living room with a sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Columbus, Roll-In Shower)

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There's a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a patterned rug.

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

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a dining table, and a suitcase.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a dining table, and a suitcase.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, a brown leather chair, a small round table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Hearing)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

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

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

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

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

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dresser, and a window with a city view.

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Michigan, King, Hearing Accesible)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dresser, and a window with a city view.

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

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

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About the area

Located on a river, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with great shopping. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millennium Park and Grant Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Soldier Field or McCormick Place. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, a river, and a bridge.
    Chicago Riverwalk
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A city street at night with illuminated buildings, a snow-covered sidewalk, and light trails from moving vehicles.
    Michigan Avenue
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A large illuminated sign with the letters "CHICA" and a circular design.
    Chicago Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A large metallic sphere sculpture in a public square surrounded by tall buildings.
    Millennium Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A modern cityscape with a distinctive metallic sculpture in the foreground and a variety of skyscrapers in the background.
    Grant Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • LH Rooftop
    1 min walk
  • The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
    4 min walk
  • Chicago Brewhouse
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Fannie May
    2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

  • Upscale hotel near Chicago Riverwalk
  • Located close to Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown provides a bar, a 24-hour gym and a business centre. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Hoyt's Chicago, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Valet parking (surcharge), a banquet hall and a 24-hour front desk
    • Luggage storage, 18 meeting rooms and a lift
    • A porter/bellboy, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, central location and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 381 individually furnished rooms offer comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • 37-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown on 23 Nov 2026 start from HK$1,051, 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.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Valet parking is available for USD 80 per night.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps away from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Grant Park and Millennium Park are also within 10 minutes. Randolph-Wabash Station and State Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2882 out of 3657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 467 out of 3657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 3657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 3657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 3657 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean rooms, great staff… and it smelled so good every time we walked into the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel. Clean , centralized in the city , from hotel you can walk everywhere with great restaurants in the area. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food, excellent staff, kind and attentive! Nice size room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location... Amazing hotel...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, guest services and front desk staff were always friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location. Beautiful hotel and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location in the middle of et; amazing view of the river;
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay at Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown! Beautiful hotel, perfect location with amazing city views. The staff was friendly and professional, the room was clean and comfortable, and the overall experience was fantastic. Highly recommended! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was very clean, grateful housekeeping came in everyday and provided clean towels. Room view was very nice and as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, excellent location. Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and clean property. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel’s location is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Have a friendly, knowledgeable and polite staff. Hotel in an ideal location, rooms are clean, restaurant in hotel. It's in walking distance to numerous downtown amenities, sights, museums, parks, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice hotel, staff was super friendly and the river view we had was amazing. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms and welcoming staff! Family oriented, great with children! Close to events, activities and restaurants! Enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is excellent, in close proximity to all the beautiful areas & tourist spots & the Hop on Hop off stop too .Excellent place . can recommend to everybody on tour
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, good location for adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice big rooms very well decorated clean, and the property was in a excellent location close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room that was very spacious and the hotel was the perfect location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff clean property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, staff was helpful and breakfast was perfect. Great for solo traveling and being in a location close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good location for exploring central Chicago. Comfortable beds, very clean, spacious room. Only complaint is over noise from events held on top floor every night during our stay - this disturbed us three floors down.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026