River Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel, walk to Michigan Avenue

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River Hotel

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Flat-screen TV, iPod dock
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Fitness facility

Overview of River Hotel

8.8

Excellent

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Chicago.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Popular LocationMichigan Avenue2 min walk
  • Popular LocationChicago Riverwalk5 min walk
  • Popular LocationMillennium Park8 min walk
  • AirportChicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)42 min drive

Room options

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, Kitchenette

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, River View

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, View

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located near the beach, River Hotel is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Millennium Park and Grant Park, while Field Museum of Natural History and Lincoln Park Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Soldier Field or McCormick Place. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min walk
  • Chicago Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Millennium Park - 8 min walk
  • Grant Park - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Clark-Lake Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • LH Rooftop - 2 min walk
  • Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop - 6 min walk
  • The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - 5 min walk
  • Sweetwater Tavern and Grille - 4 min walk
  • Base Bar - 4 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

Upscale hotel near Chicago Riverwalk
A short walk from Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park, River Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a gym, and a business center. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and meeting rooms
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 121 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, 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 available (USD 30 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 53 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 53 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 30 per night (2625 ft away)

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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel River
River Hotel
River Hotel Chicago
River Chicago
River Hotel Hotel
River Hotel Chicago
River Hotel Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Is River Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 53 per night.

What time is check-in at River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at River Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is River Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Millennium Park and Chicago Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Clark-Lake Station is 7 minutes by foot and Randolph-Wabash Station is 8 minutes.

River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1663 out of 2724 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 571 out of 2724 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 262 out of 2724 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 132 out of 2724 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 2724 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tae Won

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karim, Pembroke Pines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and super nice place for a lower price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The river view was really good and the staff was always polite and helpful. Great experience overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zlatka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my 4th time staying there. I like everything about the property and the area. Also they have one of the nicest staff working there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to food, shopping and always felt safe walking the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel!! Not complaints at all!! Great location affordable price,clean,nice and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024