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Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in Chicago, IL

71 East Wacker Drive • Chicago, IL 60601

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Beautifully decorated common area with a sofa and fireplace.

Living area with sofa bed, and dining table.

Two queen beds and a bed side lamp inside a guest room.

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Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown delivers on its name. Its unrivaled location is within easy reach of the Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park and the Loop. This pet-friendly hotel offers spacious rooms with mini-fridge and coffee maker. Guests can dine in at the hotel restaurant, step outside for a jog on the Chicago Riverwalk or head to the 24/7 fitness center.

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Minimum age to check in is 21.
Prime downtown location and adjacent to the Chicago Riverwalk.
Amenities include a 24/7 state-of-the-art fitness center.
Onsite restaurant and bar open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
A $30 destination fee will be collected upon arrival.
The hotel offers valet parking for a fee. Self-parking is available nearby for a fee.
Pet-friendly rooms subject to fees and availability. See FAQs for details.
McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum - 0.1 mile
Chicago Riverwalk - 0.2 mile
Millennium Park - 0.4 mile
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 18.0 miles

24 Hour Front Desk
Business Center
Elevator
Fitness Facilities
Guest Laundry
Handicapped Access
Bar/Lounge
Meeting Facilities
Pet Friendly
Restaurant on Property
Room Service
Internet Access in Public Areas (free)
Valet Parking
ATM/Banking
Concierge Services
Parking (surcharge)
Dry Cleaning/Laundry Services

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Check-In: 4:00pm Check-Out: 11:00am

Just 4 minutes’ walk away from the shopping, dining and entertainment on the Magnificent Mile, the newly renovated Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown at the Riverwalk offers on-site dining, 24-hour fitness center and free WiFi.

Featuring views of the city or the Chicago River, every room at Royal Sonesta Chicago provides a 48-inch flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and small refrigerator. Free bottled water and a coffee maker are also included.

Royal Sonesta Chicago modern American tavern, Hoyt's, serves Midwestern-inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It also features views of the Chicago River. A business center, ballroom and meeting space are available on-site and valet parking for guest convenience.

The Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are both less than a mile away from the hotel. The Theater District is a 5-minute walk away.

Minimum age to check-in: The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Pet Policy: Pets are accepted. Up to 2 well-mannered pets are allowed per room, with no breed or weight restrictions. A $100 non-refundable fee per pet per stay is due upon arrival. Pets are subject to the hotel's policy and regulations. ADA-defined service animals are exempt from fees. Please notify the hotel directly prior to your arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited.

Parking: The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown hotel offers valet parking for the below rates:

0-3 hours, $37
3-6 hours, $47
6-overnight, $75

Overnight fee for hotel guests includes three limited in-and-out privileges. Additional in-and-out requests are available for a $20 charge.

They also offer a self-parking option for guests, located at nearby facilities at 60 E. Lake or 111 E. Wacker. These options include the convenience of unlimited in and out privileges. Upon check-in, guests will receive a QR code that grants a discounted rate at the parking garage. The discounted rate for self-parking is $56 per night.

Destination Fee: The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown charges a nightly destination fee of $32 upon arrival that includes 24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness center, Basic Wi-Fi for unlimited devices, 2 bottled waters and $10 F&B Credit at Hoyts.

All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes.

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Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is located at 71 East Wacker Drive • Chicago, IL 60601

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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Is the hotel pet-friendly?

Pets are accepted. Up to 2 well-mannered pets are allowed per room, no breed or weight restrictions. A $100 non-refundable fee per pet, per stay is due upon arrival. Pets are subject to hotel's policy and regulations. ADA-defined service animals are exempt from fees. Please notify the hotel directly prior to your arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes.

What is the minimum age to check in?

The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Does the hotel offer a daily breakfast?

Yes. Breakfast is available for a fee at the restaurant on site at Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown.

Is parking offered?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown hotel offers valet parking for the below rates: 0-3 hours, $37 3-6 hours, $47 6-overnight, $75 Overnight fee for hotel guests includes three limited in-and-out privileges. Additional in-and-out requests are available for a $20 charge. They also offer a self-parking option for guests, located at nearby facilities at 60 E. Lake or 111 E. Wacker. These options include the convenience of unlimited in and out privileges. Upon check-in, guests will receive a QR code that grants a discounted rate at the parking garage. The discounted rate for self-parking is $56 per night. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes.

Can I request a smoking room or suite?

No. The hotel is 100% smoke-free.

Does Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown have a resort fee?

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown charges a nightly destination fee of $32 that includes: access to the newly-remodeled fitness center including Peloton bike, water in guestrooms, premium Wi-Fi and a $10 credit for use at Hoyt’s American Tavern. The hotel also offers guests preferred discounts at neighboring destinations including: Grand Lux Café (10% off), Ocean Prime (complimentary appetizer with purchase of entrée), Emerald Loop (10% off), Elephant & Castle (10% off) and Gangsters and Ghost Tour (15% off). Simply show your Sonesta room key to redeem. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes.

How far is Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown from 360 Chicago?

360 Chicago is 0.8 mile from this Royal Sonesta Downtown Chicago.

How far is Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown from the airport?

Royal Sonesta Chicago is 16.5 miles from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.

What accessible features does the hotel offer?

Braille and raised signage are available throughout the hotel to assist guests with visual impairments. A lift is provided to ensure that all guests can easily access all floors of the hotel. Selected rooms are designed with accessibility in mind, featuring accessible bathrooms and in-room accessibility. Roll-in showers and grab bars are available in these rooms for guests who require them. Additionally, a wheelchair-accessible path of travel is maintained throughout the hotel, along with designated wheelchair-accessible parking for guests.