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River Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Michigan Avenue

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Reception
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Lobby
Front of property
Meeting facility
River Hotel offers a convenient base for exploring Chicago with essential amenities. Guests can stay active at the fitness center, handle laundry needs, and connect via in-room WiFi or the business center. Previous visitors consistently praise the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is £117
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Executive Suite (Two Rooms)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Kitchenette (One Room) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(297 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Room, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 391 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, River View | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Room, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 279 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, River View

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, River View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
IPod dock
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Mobility Accessible

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, Mobility Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chicago Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Clark-Lake Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LH Rooftop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chicago Brewhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sweetwater Tavern & Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

Upscale hotel near Michigan Avenue
A short walk from Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park, River Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a gym and a business centre. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 121 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 30 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 76 per night; includes in/out privileges)

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
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 76 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Off site parking fee: USD 30 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel River
River Hotel
River Hotel Chicago
River Chicago
River Hotel Hotel
River Hotel Chicago
River Hotel Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Is River Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at River Hotel?

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on 14 Sept 2025 start from £116.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at River Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 76 per night.

What time is check-in at River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at River Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is River Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps away from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Millennium Park and Chicago Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Clark-Lake Station is 7 minutes by foot and Randolph-Wabash Station is 8 minutes.

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River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2830 out of 4602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 958 out of 4602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 428 out of 4602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 202 out of 4602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 184 out of 4602 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desmond

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

8/10 Good

Gildardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and nice staff and service. Great location for tourists.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful time staying in the River Hotel...very safe place...and enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with easy access to the River Walk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the best places I’ve stayed at in some time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Room view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

irina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place , close to attractions , a lot of dining options
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and wonderful view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel and great location. We had a great time and the staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Amenities
The front desk staff was excellent and the room was neat and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this location, our room and the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and really great location :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff was friendly and hotel was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025