The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
Art Deco Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness center

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 547
AED 760 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

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Room options

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Showing 33 of 33 rooms

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 89 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (State, King, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - twin
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lasalle, King, Hearing Accesible)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - twin
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Michigan, King, Hearing Accesible)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 157 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Columbus, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 157 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Park - 7 min walk
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Randolph-Wabash Station - 4 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LH Rooftop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Base Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Travelle Kitchen + Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Hotel near Chicago Riverwalk
Located close to Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown provides a bar, a 24-hour gym, and a business center. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Hoyt's Chicago, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), 18 meeting rooms, and a porter/bellhop
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 381 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 37-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 0.00 per day)

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night)
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (USD 58 per night)

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Hoyt's Chicago

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space (16000 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 18

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 33
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 35
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 37-inch plasma TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Slippers

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 58 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 100 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 stay

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 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, debit cards, and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Chicago Grand Wyndham
Wyndham Chicago Grand
Wyndham Chicago Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront Hotel
Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel Chicago
71 Hotel Chicago
Hotel 71 Chicago
Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?

Valet parking is available for USD 75 per night.

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

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 Downtown?

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

Where is The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Millennium Park and Grant Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Randolph-Wabash Station and State Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1843 out of 2493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 2493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 2493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 2493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 2493 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SHAQUILLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean staff was super nice
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel great staff and the location is perfect for dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was excellent, very accommodating, friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shakari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location of the hotel. Great stay for a girl's trip!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, room was great. Would definitely book again when in Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room. Super friendly staff especially the doorman Lucas who was ready to help with anything you needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean hotel...staff very kind...Lucas de la Vega very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quyen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s the perfect location in between everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Next in area I will stay there again!! Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location -central to all the main touristy spots. Lovely rooms and super helpful/friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CUCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like everything about this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel overall. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa Zenaida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I Love the location and Great Services.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff and fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked how it was walking distance from just about everything .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CLEO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, the staff was courteous and professional! The hotel is located in an area surrounded by everything a visitor needs to make their stay memorable!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great room with comfy bed. Super quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Associated very nice and friendly Loved the view from the 33rd floor
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025