Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

3.5 star property

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds | Property entrance
Restaurant
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner (View)
Reception
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May

Explore the area

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515 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • Place, Merchandise Mart
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(194 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner (View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Chicago

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North puts you in the heart of Chicago, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like State Street and Michigan Avenue. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Beatrix, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. W xyz bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with light fare. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Downtown Chicago hotel, attractions include Chicago Riverwalk and Merchandise Mart.

What's nearby

  • Merchandise Mart - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Millennium Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 3 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 15 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Three Dots and a Dash - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beatrix - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sushi-San - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 272 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North offers 272 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Chicago hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 60 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 74 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Beatrix
  • w xyz bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (203 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 17 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A 1.5 per cent tourism fee will be charged

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 60 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 74 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property 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

Aloft Chicago City Center

Aloft City Center

Aloft City Center Hotel

Aloft City Center Hotel Chicago

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Hotel

Aloft Chicago River Chicago

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Hotel

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Chicago

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North Hotel Chicago

Aloft Chicago Downtown River North a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North?

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North on 25 May 2026 start from AU$286, 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.

Is parking available at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North?

Yep, Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 60 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North?

Yep, Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North is a short 19-minute walk from Ohio Street Beach.

What makes Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North.

Is Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North is a hit with families.

Does Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North?

No, Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 948 out of 1243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1243 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jennifer, Palatine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timika

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Evergreen was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Courtney, Atlanta

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

William, Oak Park

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, nice room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic. Very convenient to everything downtown bars, restaurant and the Riverwalk
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved!!! Great area to be in, and everything is in walk able distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a safe spot, clean rooms and very convenient to everything around you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service at the front desk. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Check in staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and the hotel was in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nayeli

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gina

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Erik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was great but next to fire station. Beware very noisy if staying city view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

YU-LING

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg O.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved being able to check in early and hang out by the river and enjoy some shopping and entertainment early.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026