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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Meeting facility
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Spa Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (The Artist Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 2,605 reviews
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

About the neighborhood

Map
505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chicago Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 1 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 12 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shaw's Crab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rossi's Liquors - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kyuramen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Luxury boutique hotel near Michigan Avenue
Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park are located near The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North, which provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, CBR, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Valet parking (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and meeting rooms
  • An elevator, a ballroom, and wedding services
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 261 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 65 per night); discounts available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CBR

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8,150 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 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
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 65 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 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 day

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Chicago Palomar
Palomar Chicago
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Chicago
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago
Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Valet parking is available for USD 75 per night.

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

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 River North?

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

Where is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of State Street and Michigan Avenue. Chicago Riverwalk and Chicago Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and State Station is 7 minutes.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1196 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1700 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ADOLFO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anyelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel’ I would def stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to every attraction in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was within walking distance of all the things we wanted to do! Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, we had the 1 bedroom Spa Suite which had a jacuzzi tub and separate walk in shower in the bathroom and a living area separate from the bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iwona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time!! The hotel is very clean, people are very friendly! For sure I will be staying there again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel did a great job helping us get the car parked settle in had fresh hot coffee every morning and it was a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meador

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, amazing housekeeping. Not too far from touristy activities and amazing food options.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended! Great staff, and a beautiful room!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marlen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It q great hotel to stay downtown chicago
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in a great, walkable location, friendly staff, and a supremely quiet and lovely room. We had a junior king spa room and were so thankful for the jetted tub to relax in after our days exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deionandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, and I enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. I also loved the added security on the hotel front door and elevator with the key card.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very comfortable and relaxing, would come back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and nice room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, loved the upgrade!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful hotel with great friendly staff. We enjoyed the restaurant and lounge..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel offers so many amenities. We absolutely love our stay and it was convenient to everything that we wanted to do as girls trip. Very clean and we love our upgrade room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent and the facilities were great, I arrived early and was able to get my room. There was good communication throughout my overall stay to make sure I was OK
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Everything was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in great shape other than window cleaning scaffolding on the front of building. Staff was excellent at both the front desk and the restaurant. Very clean. Very walkable to riverfront and area restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff super friendly. Very Clean. Overall wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean, great water temp/pressure. Fantastic all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025