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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

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A modern restaurant interior with a green wall, hanging lights, and a long dining area.
A modern indoor pool area with clear glass walls, lounge chairs, and a view of city buildings.
A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.
A rooftop lounge with green cushioned seating, a small round table, and a view of city buildings.
A modern interior with wooden flooring, black furniture, and large windows offering city views.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • Place, State Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a large window with red curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a TV.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a large window with red curtains.

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of the city.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a TV.

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

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a large window with red curtains.

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

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of the city.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, vanity, and bathtub.

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow featuring a rabbit design. There are framed pictures on the walls, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small book titled 'KINFOLK JOURNEYS'.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, vanity, and bathtub.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow featuring a rabbit design. There are framed pictures on the walls, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small book titled 'KINFOLK JOURNEYS'.

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow featuring a rabbit design. There are framed pictures on the walls, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small book titled 'KINFOLK JOURNEYS'.

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk with a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the walls.

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with white and gray pillows, a plate of cookies, and a glass of milk on a bedside table.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower area.

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a red curtain, and a wall-mounted picture.

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and valet parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers 261 accommodations with minibars 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. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered on request and refrigerators can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and 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 an indoor pool and a restaurant. 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
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • 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
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 8150 square feet (757 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the luxury The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North. Parking is available for a fee.

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. Open daily.

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 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • CBR

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 80 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. 2032 out of 2818 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 468 out of 2818 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 2818 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 2818 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 2818 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the staff were very friendly and helpful! Definitely will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenyetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, hospitality and spacious rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, amazing location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in the perfect location. The staff was super friendly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with nice, efficient, and professional staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location , staff, bar ect all very good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly, the rooms were large and clean! Great location next to train stop! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lakesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front Desk staff is wonderful they were very helpful and it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay the staff was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeannie M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the decor & vibe of the hotel! Close to a lot of the things we were doing in Chicago and easy walk to the Mag Mile and lots of restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable room and excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guelassai yao aime cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend this hotel is very clean nice view love it
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and attentive. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ADOLFO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

annie johnson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Thank you for a great visit
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't have breakfasts so cant comment but the staff were great - friendly, helpful and the room was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026