River Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Michigan Avenue

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Steps away from Millennium Park, River Hotel offers a warm retreat with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fitness center to keep you moving. Connect to WiFi in the comfort of your room or meet with colleagues at the business center. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Flat-panel TV
$116 nightly
The total price is $136
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(107 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(66 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(323 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite (Two Rooms)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 558 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(92 reviews)
  • River view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cloud Gate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 48 min drive
  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Chicago Union Station - 26 min walk
  • Clark-Lake Station - 7 min walk
  • Randolph-Wabash Station - 8 min walk
  • State Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪LH Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Pendry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪O'Briens Riverwalk Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smashburger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

When you stay at River Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Millennium Park and Chicago Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and central location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Clark-Lake Station is 7 minutes and Randolph-Wabash Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 121 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs only, 1 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 76 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Offsite parking within 0.8 mi (USD 32 per night)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 76 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available offsite and costs USD 32 per night (0.8 mi away)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Frequently asked questions

Does River Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, River Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at River Hotel?

Yes, dogs stay free, with a limit of 1 total. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at River Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 76 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at River Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (9-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at River Hotel and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.

Are there restaurants at or near River Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around River Hotel like?

River Hotel is in Downtown Chicago, a short 7-minute walk from Clark-Lake Station and 2 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue. The local area is popular for its beaches and our guests say it is very central.

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Reviews

River Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent and a great value, with some guests even opting for vouchers to dine at a nearby restaurant. (11 reviews)
  • The gym was a convenient and practical amenity for guests. (7 reviews)
  • The property was very accommodating and welcoming to pets with no additional fees. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, easy check in and clean room.
Jessica M, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Overall stay was good.
Sherika, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff and easy check in/out process
Lindsay, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient, priced right, nice room.
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great place to stay
brandon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room and comfortable bed.
George, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room with all the amenities needed fridge microwave coffee
Alexis Rivera, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Pedro was super friendly and helpful!
Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing and pointed us to fun things in the area
Matthew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Would stay there again
Zach, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was exceptional and very clean
Lawrence, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great and the staff was great as well, the elevators are a little bit tricky but overall everything was perfect
Rebeca, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable room, and nice staff.
Claudia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly! And loved the stay thank you!
tatyana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly staff
Dave Bryan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel
Jayzelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean friendly hotel
maria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, kind staff, nice room!
Regina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location & room
Lilyann, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Xavier, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location of the Hotel is very nice and the hotel is very clean.
Khaing, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel
Kayelean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were amazing, room was large enough, suited everything we needed
Matthew, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is an amazing hotel, from the price to the views everything is amazing!
Rose-Marie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean and organized. Staff was very helpful throughout the process.
Ruben, 1-night trip