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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

★★★★ 📍 Magnificent Mile · 1.049 km from centre 8.70 1,482 reviews
1 swimming pool Facilities for disabled guests Fitness center Free Wifi Non-smoking rooms
71.82
/ 100 Score
Top Pick
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Why travelers like The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Tucked in Magnificent Mile, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North has quietly become one of the more interesting four-star options in Chicago. Geographically speaking it's within an easy walk of the city centre, and the reasonable location rating in guest reviews backs that up. Inside, the rooms are well-appointed,…

One of the higher-rated options in the area by review volume
Solid comfort — the kind that makes the stay feel effortless
A good spread of services for a hotel at this level

Quick Decision — Score Breakdown

76.93
Location
81.4
Comfort
90.9
Reputation
60
Facilities
50
Value

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Location 76.93
Comfort 81.4
Reputation 90.9
Facilities 60
Value 50
Price/night EUR 306
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Comfort Pick

Tucked in Magnificent Mile, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North has quietly become one of the more interesting four-star options in Chicago. Geographically speaking it's within an easy walk of the city centre, and the reasonable location rating in guest reviews backs that up. Inside, the rooms are well-appointed, and guests pick out an in-house restaurant and reliable wi-fi as the small things that add up over a stay. With well over 1,400 reviews on the books and a strong average, the reception from guests does most of the talking here. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Pricing has been sitting near €306 a night and the value score puts it in a middle-of-the-road bracket compared with similar properties. Whether The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is the right fit depends on the trip, but it earns a place on the comparison shortlist for Chicago more often than not.

Overview

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  • One of the higher-rated options in the area by review volume
  • Solid comfort — the kind that makes the stay feel effortless
  • A good spread of services for a hotel at this level
Facilities
1 swimming pool Facilities for disabled guests Fitness center Free Wifi Non-smoking rooms Parking on site Pet friendly Private Parking Restaurant Wifi in all areas

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Guest Reviews

8.70
1,482 reviews
Excellent
Booking.com guest ratings
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Davone
Couple
10/10
"Great location and facilities"
+The property was close to a lot of things that made walking around easier.
The parking was a bit expensive for valet when you’re already paying for the hotel.
May 2026 · Deluxe Two Queens · 2 nights
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Ellyn
Solo traveler
10/10
"Exceptional"
+This was a welcoming place to stay. Staff members were consistently friendly and went out of their way to be helpful. I especially loved the pool, which was clean and sunny.
May 2026 · Deluxe King Room · 3 nights
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Alyson
Couple
10/10
"We were upgraded which was a great surprise, but either way, we would have loved our stay and will be back!"
+The hotel was very clean, amazing location, and the staff was incredibly friendly.
May 2026 · Deluxe King Room with City View · 3 nights
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Silu
Couple
9/10
"Friendly staff and professional service"
+Walkable distance to public transportation
Nothing
May 2026 · Deluxe King Room with City View · 3 nights
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Alvarez
Couple
9/10
"Great location and very nice hotel"
+Nice pool and rooms
I booked a room with breakfast included, but instead I got credit to use in the restaurant that would not cover the full cost of the breakfa…
May 2026 · Deluxe King Room with City View · 1 night
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West
Family
9/10
"Our stay was great. My kids had a great time! We loved our veiw from the room!! And the birthday gift was very thoughtfu"
+The location was great!
No room service and minimal access to restaurant. Also wasn’t to fond of the vallet being a third party and that not being said. We tried t…
Apr 2026 · Deluxe Two Double Beds with Roll-In Shower - Mobility /Hearing Accessible · 2 nights
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