River Hotel - Chicago

$$$$||View on mapChicago, United States75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601|
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River Hotel - Chicago
75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.6
Staff9.0
Comfort8.6
Free WiFi8.6
Cleanliness8.4
Who stays here
Couples38%
Families26%
Solo24%
Groups11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.6
Staff9.0
Comfort8.6
Free WiFi8.6
Cleanliness8.4
Who stays here
Couples38%
Families26%
Solo24%
Groups11%

4-star boutique hotel along the Chicago River with complimentary wine and cheese socials

Amenities & Social Events

River Hotel Chicago hosts a complimentary wine and cheese social hour where guests can mingle each evening. Free purified water stations are located on every floor, providing unlimited refills throughout the stay. The fitness center offers yoga equipment that can be delivered directly to guest rooms upon request.

Rooms & Design

Each room at the Chicago River Hotel includes custom-designed furnishings with premium bedding and wall-mounted HD flat-screen TVs. Select rooms offer a kitchenette or a seating area for added convenience. The hotel also provides iPod docking stations and free coffee and tea in guest rooms.

Location & Nearby Attractions

River Hotel Chicago sits directly alongside the Chicago Riverwalk, with the Magnificent Mile two blocks away. Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago are within a 10-minute walk. Shedd Aquarium and Soldier Field are less than a 10-minute drive from the hotel.

Business & Convenience

A unique self check-in process allows guests to bypass the front desk using in-lobby kiosks. Three state-of-the-art meeting rooms with flexible furniture arrangements are available for business needs. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property, and room service is offered daily.

Pet-Friendly & Eco-Conscious Policies

The River Hotel in Chicago allows one dog per room, with pet bowls available upon request. The property follows sustainable practices, including free bottled water dispensers that reduce single-use plastic waste. A vending machine and grocery delivery service add further convenience for pet owners and eco-conscious travelers.

  • Location: Direct access to Chicago Riverwalk, two blocks from Magnificent Mile
  • Rooms: Custom-designed furnishings with kitchenette options
  • Social Hour: Complimentary wine and cheese events every evening
  • Business: Self check-in kiosks and three meeting rooms
  • Eco: Free purified water stations on every floor
  • Pet: One dog per room allowed with pet bowls provided
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:41
Number of rooms:112
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Rooms and availability

Club Room Mobility or hearing accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
Club One Room Queen Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
Room Mobility or hearing accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Grocery shopping service

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • River view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about River Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 69 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.8 km
✈️ Distance to airport 16.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Midway International, MDW

Location

75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
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75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
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75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
  • City landmarks
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The Chicago Theatre
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Museum
Chicago Cultural Center
590 m
Theatre
Goodman Theatre
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Museum
American Writers Museum
240 m
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Wrigley Building
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Bridges Lobby Bar at LondonHouse Chicago
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Restaurant
Land & Lake Kitchen
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Ocean Prime
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O'Brien's Riverwalk Cafe
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Emerald Loop
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Restaurant
The Bar
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Restaurant
Fisk & Co
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Restaurant
Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
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Restaurant
Giordano's
580 m

Reviews of River Hotel

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FAQ about River Hotel

What popular attractions are closest to River Hotel?
Guests of River Hotel can visit American Writers Museum (near the accommodation), or The Chicago Theatre placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Does the hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of the hotel can take advantage of a private parking lot on site.
Is there any public transport near the 4-star River Hotel hotel?
Yes, there is Wacker & Columbus bus stop located within convenient reach of the 4-star River Hotel hotel and State/Lake metro station set just 10 minutes' walk away.
What are our dining options during the stay at River Hotel hotel?
Guests of River Hotel hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-bar Siena Tavern offering American cuisine.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the River Hotel hotel?
Guests of the River Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
How much does a room at the hotel cost?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at $231.
What payment methods are available in the River Hotel hotel?
At the River Hotel hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the River Hotel?
The River Hotel provides such room types as Standard Queen Room, Small Queen Room, and Executive Two-Bedroom Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the River Hotel hotel?
Every room at the River Hotel hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.
Does the River Hotel provide business facilities?
Yes, the River Hotel comprises a conference room as well as banquet facilities and a desk.
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