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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4.5 star property
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Terrace/patio
Indoor pool
Meeting facility
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

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505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Spa Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Tub)

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (The Artist Suite)

Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Tub)

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 2,850 reviews
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, valet parking, and conference space. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers 261 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered on request and refrigerators can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at CBR
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the spaciousness and cleanliness
  • Steps from State Street and 4 minutes by foot from Michigan Avenue
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 8150 square feet (757 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

CBR - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 65 per night); discounts available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 78 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CBR

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8,150 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (106 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 1 to September 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 78 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 65 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 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 day

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
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

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chicago Palomar
Palomar Chicago
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Chicago
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago
Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1452 out of 2024 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 2024 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 2024 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 2024 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 2024 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the Royal Sonesta Chicago River North multiple times in the past year-it's my home away from home! The staff is impeccable, the facility so appealing, comfy and clean and the amenities are wonderful. This gem is located within walking distance from everything Chicago! I highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nithila

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Athar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calease

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing decoration to room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cavasi

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

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Disliked: Staff & service

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The customer service here was sorely lacking. They apparently did not have my room type (junior spa suite) when I arrived for check-in. They said they messaged me and called me (they did not do either). I asked for an upgraded room instead of being downgraded. The rep told me he was instructed not to provide any upgrades. I reminded them that it was because they did not have my room available! The manager also refused to provide a room in the next category, so they downgraded me. Although they promised to adjust my rate, they did not. Now I have to spend more time asking for an adjustment. On top of that, carpets were not clean, there was no room service, and the pool was closed for "maintenance" the whole time--which was not mentioned at time of reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind friendly staff, welcome VIP gift was a lovely touch. Construction on the property but management notification was received so i could plan to be out of the room accordingly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Joliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Amrit

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Always a pleasure
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic from checking to the concierge Spiro, everything was awesome!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikkie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in the middle of everything, perfect location! Staff were so nice & it smelled so good when we walked in. They even held on to our bags before we checked in , while we walked around.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and super location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. Excellent location. Rooms are very comfortable and spacious. Most importantly the beds are comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel staff was very nice, the bed was quite comfortable. The tv is small with limited options. The lighting fixtures were quite dusty. The breakfast at the onsite restaurant was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was walkable and easy to get to/from.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great home base for our visit to Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025