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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property

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Exterior
View from room
Outdoor wedding area
Ballroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Fridge, coffee/tea maker

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

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lasalle, King, Hearing Accesible)

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

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

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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, Roll-In Shower)

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

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

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

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

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

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, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

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

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

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

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

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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 (Hearing)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Fridge, coffee/tea maker

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

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

  • 780 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

  • 960 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Hotel in Downtown Chicago
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Additionally, WiFi in public areas, valet parking, and a business center are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers 381 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 37-inch plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered weekly and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This hotel offers access to a business center and 18 meeting rooms.

Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Event facilities measuring 16000 square feet (1486 square meters) include conference space. This Art Deco hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is a smoke-free property.

Hoyt's Chicago - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 available (USD 58 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 78 per night)

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 78 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 58 per night
  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

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

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2083 out of 2745 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 2745 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 2745 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 2745 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 2745 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

basilios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Enjoyed it. Thanks sonesta
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iliana

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

10/10 Excellent

Aisha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
That they make sure your stay is comfortable and it was rear by wverthing u needed
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
HORRIBLE SERVICE
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Very nice stay

Good location and comfortable stay! No pool but nice gym. Very friendly staff but didn’t make up our room on our last day?
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

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

Great service - excellent location

Great rooms in an amazing location. Impeccable service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely hotel on the river

Lovely stay at the Royal Sonesta downtown. The location was very nice. We enjoyed being close to the river and having access to the shopping and eateries. The bed was comfortable but the pillows weren’t as good. We were on the 29th floor so While you could hear the train and some traffic noise it was muffled. The elevators were fast and the wait for them was short, although they were small so only a few people if everyone had a suitcase with them. The fitness center was nice with two Peloton bikes but one was broken. There’s a water station in the gym as well so we used it to fill our water bottles during the stay, which was nice. The views from the hotel were great. Only caveat is that the Trump tower is across the way and the lights from the sign were bright- thank goodness for the blackout curtains! The front desk staff was attentive and knowledgeable. We were able to check in early which was really nice. Overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice staff. Elevators were quick. Well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, location and large room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kotaro, Laytonsville

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

María Esther

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

Perfect ubication

The hotel has a wonderful ubication. The rooms are very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lotus

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect close to everything that you want to visit in downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel. Staff was very friendly. in a great area, no more than a 15 min walk to food, shopping, entertainment.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, people were friendly, waitstaff were excellent, food was delicious. The only reason they got 4 stars is because i reserved a deluxe king city view and stayed in the king accessible river view. I cant complain about the view, but one of the things that attacted me to that hotel and that room, was the walk in shower and robes. I received neither. Also, being on the river side, was noisey. Horns, sirens and engines revving at all hours.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about it was great except that they don’t tell you there’s a service charge of $100 per night you stay there. I’ve never stayed anywhere that has that and I’ve stayed all over the country but overall the place it great and the front desk is also great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Royal Sonesta always located in best locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

veronica silcia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location, situated near the River Walk between State street and Michigan avenue. The rooms are huge and very clean. You will be billed additional costs when you check in and can get $10 back in restaurant credit but you have to start using them the day you check in or you'll miss out on the last day. The restaurant does not pick up the phone or deliver to the room as advertised. Small inconvenience, but important to know if you are in a hurry in the morning. I've stayed at this location 4 times now, and will stay again. I love this part of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kamoliddin

Business traveler
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lashawnda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel! I love the staff, the ambiance, the rooms, and the manager took care of a situation that happened when i accidentally booked twice. I live in Chicago but this is where my boyfriend and I go for a stay-cation!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025