The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4-star hotel Excellent 505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River NorthThe Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

This 4-star boutique hotel is located in the heart of downtown Chicago's River North neighborhood. The eco-friendly hotel offers an indoor pool and sundeck. Featuring designs and décor inspired by the Chicago World’s Fair, every room at the The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers a 37-inch flat-screen TV with in-room fitness channels. Rooms also include large bathrooms with designer bathrobes and designer bath amenities. Guests at the The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North can use the 24-hour fitness center with modern equipment. A free morning coffee and tea bar is provided by the The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North. CBR, located next to the hotel, serves regional cuisine for breakfast and dinner. On the weekends a brunch menu is available as well. Just 1 minutes’ walk from the CTA Red Line, this hotel is less than 1 mile from Navy Pier and Millennium Park. O’Hare International Airport and Midway Airport are within 17 miles of this hotel.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 2658 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff were very friendly and attentive. The rooms are clean and well decorated. We would come back to stay again and recommend for future visits.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great location right by Michigan Avenue Hotel staff super friendly and helpful great service

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We will definitely consider Royal Sonesta for our next trip.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I deliberated for a while about what hotel to get for a few nights in Chicago. Prices at other high end hotels were wild. I ended up getting the king spa suite here and it was honestly nice. It’s surprisingly close to everything. It is an older hotel, but it was clean and nice. The city view was lacking for sure and it felt like we were just staring into an office building. The gym is mostly treadmills and some free weights. The terrace was small but nice to get some fresh air and was on our floor. The staff was nice, bed was comfy and shower was good. It worked for us so we could have a separate living room and bedroom for being able to have some privacy for work calls etc. The tv was a little glitchy and our room phone didn’t work to call the front desk, but overall it was a solid choice. Not luxury, but nice enough. Very walkable and very quick Ubers. The restaurant and bar were also not bad for some quick bites considering I couldn’t figure out if room service was an option since our phone didn’t work. :)

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Room was clean. Shower water pressure was great. Bed was really comfortable. Convient location

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Super happy with this hotel. Redline right outside the door. East commute to Wrigley. Great shopping and food at every turn. Easy walk to River and lake. Nice pool and rooftop terrace.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We cannot say enough about how great our stay at Royal Sonesta River North was. ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! The staff went above and beyond and for that we are so grateful. This was our first time to Chicago and my husband's birthday and we were SURPRISED with an upgrade upon check in. WHAT A THRILL! Thank you so much for making people feel so at home, we ABSOLUTELY would book again the next time in Chicago.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel staff was super nice. Hotel was great! Room was nice! Restaurant was great. The kids said they had the best Belgium waffles they've ever had there. Perfect location within walking distance to lots of restaurants. Also Right next to a subway station. Will stay there again!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Nice location. Paid for early check in at noon, very confusing process but thankful. Hotel was quiet and room was great except the shower which we called a power washer.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The location is very convenient to everything. All attractions are within walking distance. There are a lot of restaurants nearby. The room was spacious and clean. The amenities were great. The front desk lady, Gabby, was professional and always greeted every guest with smiles.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The stay at the Royal Sonesta was nothing short of amazing. The property was clean and with quality amenities. The staff is kind and attentive. Location is ideal. In the center of everything, everything is in walking distance. The restaurant inside was great particularly during Happy hour from 4 to 7 PM. I would definitely come back and recommend.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff was awful. Let the door shut in our face on arrival, no one could help with how or who could help with valet. Staff was overall rude and short, and unhelpful.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very good.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff were kind and helpful throughout!!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great location with clean rooms daily!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Arrived on a Monday for a one night stay for a meeting. Restaurants were all closed in the hotel. Zero food or beverage service. Would not have chosen this hotel had I known that when booking.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Hotel Rooms are often times very indifferent from one another. There honestly wasn't anything to note about the room, other than it was clean and pretty spacious. The separator for us, though, as a family of four with two little kids was the service. Everyone was so extremely friendly. They even had goody bags full of little travel toys for each kid. Extremely hospitable. Would definitely stay here again!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great location for our first time in Chicago!! Will definitely be back!!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Good location, big bathroom, clean . Price is quite high , Chicago

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Overall good, but not same as what pictures shwo

Frequently asked questions about The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offer parking?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a fitness center?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North located, and how walkable is the area?
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is located at 505 N State Street, Chicago, IL 60654. With a Walk Score of 98, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

  • Chicago Merchandise Mart 0.5 mi
  • Mccormick Place 2.7 mi
  • Midway Airport 9.7 mi

House rules

Check in4:00 PM
Check out11:00 AM

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