River Hotel

4.0 star property

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Lobby
Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(337 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite (Two Rooms)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(82 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

River Hotel

A restaurant, a fitness center, and valet parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and concierge services are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
River Hotel offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at River Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean accommodations
  • Steps from Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk
  • Dogs welcome for free
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A fitness center, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly River Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

River Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 32 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 76 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 76 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 32 per night (0.8 mi away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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River Hotel Chicago
River Chicago
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River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3350 out of 5259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1031 out of 5259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 466 out of 5259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 208 out of 5259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 204 out of 5259 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ciandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very beautiful hotel and great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy check in and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sherika

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

emanuela

Amazing place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great! Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, priced right, nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, awesome location, and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, good location, accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So great and welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mei Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Almainique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was welcoming and easy to navigate parking. The room was so nice and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was amazing and pointed us to fun things in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maylene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Staff & service
Great location. Pedro was super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis Rivera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room with all the amenities needed fridge microwave coffee
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable room, and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ezra dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, comfortable bed, nice river view, early check in and amazing staff! Only downside would be no bar and restaurant or outside terrace in hotel, but there is one next door.
8th floor
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026