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.
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Parking available
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Near the beach
Restaurant
Fitness center
Valet parking
Room service
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Elevator
In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is CA $202
CA $202
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Room options
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Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
36 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)
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
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Classic Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
36 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Superior Room, Kitchenette
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
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Standard Room
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 Queen Bed
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
36 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds
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Superior Room, River View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
River view
26 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
Standard Room, View
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
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
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
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
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds
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
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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 - 3 min walk
Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop - 6 min walk
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - 5 min walk
Base Bar - 4 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 5 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.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
121 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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)
Pets
Pets stay free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 53 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Offsite parking within 2625 ft (USD 30 per night)
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
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
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
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 53 per night with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 30 per night (2625 ft 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.
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
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. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at River Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 53 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at River Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. 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
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
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Parking
Bed
Elevator
Bathroom
Restaurant
Cities
What guests liked
The property is surrounded by excellent dining options, with many restaurants within a 5-minute walk. (26 reviews)
Breakfast was conveniently available next door at a nearby restaurant. (8 reviews)
The gym was a convenient and practical amenity for guests. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Apr 23, 2025
So Unhappy
I had a horrible time I prepaid for parking and was supposed to be able to go in and out but ended up paying extra for parking because the person who checked in didn’t give me a ticket….. then that night when we were in the room the room was cold as hell… they ended up sending me a heater I really was unhappy and they didn’t really seem eager to make me feel better about the stay.
Doris
Doris, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Recommend it!
Great location, right in front of the Trump tower. We’ve got a river view for additional USD 10 and it totally worth it. Sofa bed worked perfectly for our 4 yo daughter.
Mayra
Mayra, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
I like it so much
I LIKE SO MUCH THE AREA , MANY THINGS CLOSE AND VERY NICE
Juana
Juana, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
Good Luck if You Don't Speak Spanish
Nice rooms, great location, excellent value, but no one except front desk staff speaks English. Had a problem when the lounge coffee machine stopped working and three staff members were fiddling with it. I tried to learn if it was close to being repaired or would require a service visit from a tech, but none of them could understand a word I was saying. I'm all for bilingual employees, but none of them were. This is the United States, right?
John
John, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
The stay was very good the only thing is we left jewelry behind and have yet to get it back , but that’s our fault I guess
Benita
Benita, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Location is great, in amongst the river and some iconic buildings. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Great location and service
Amazing River view room, great view of the bridges.
Great location.
Kudos do the team, great service
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
JEFF
JEFF, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2025
Jared
Jared, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Loved It
The staff was AWESOME
Wendy
Wendy, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Tom
Tom, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Heysi
Heysi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Apr 11, 2025
River hotel Chicago
We were on the 23rd floor and the elevator was broken at the beginning. No offer to change room after making us wait in lobby. Once we got to room, the AC hardly worked. There was no refrigerator in the room, which was not told to us. No ice buckets in room, you had to go back down to the ground floor for ice. Elevators took up to 10 minutes at times. Staff was friendly and room was clean but need to be more transparent about amenities and have some efficiency issue.
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 11, 2025
It was great, but my biggest complaint is you don't seem to be able to change the temperature in your room other than using the fan. Our room was so hot we couldn't sleep the first night, and we ran into another guest down in the lounge having the same problem. Other complaint is the shower; it is just a spigot on the wall in the bathroom with a curtain, so the floor of the whole bathroom would become a wet zone anytime someone showered.
Other than that, it was great, staff were very friendly, and the room was very spacious.
Eileen
Eileen, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
David
David, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
Great hotel. Everyone was very friendly. Beautiful place