River Hotel

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

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Reception
Meeting facility
Business centre
Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

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75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior Room, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Cable channels
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 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
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(82 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, River View

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

Chicago

River Hotel puts you in the heart of Chicago, within steps of popular attractions like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Chicago hotel include Millennium Park and Chicago Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

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
  • ‪The Terrace at Trump - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Smashburger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Michigan Avenue
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly River Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
River Hotel offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 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)

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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at River Hotel?

River Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at River Hotel?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on 26 Oct 2025 start from AU$287.53, 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 River Hotel?

Yep, River Hotel has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 76 per night.

Are there any beaches close to River Hotel?

Yep, River Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Ohio Street Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Hotel?

No, River Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at River Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at River Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at River Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at River Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2931 out of 4747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 982 out of 4747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 441 out of 4747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 205 out of 4747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 188 out of 4747 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

Rafey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very small room with decent amenities, but the location is unbeatable. Parking available for $30 a day about 2 blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for sightseeing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shyann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend stay. Right in the middle of everything. Staff was great in accommodating when there was an elevator issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great option, great view!

Last minute booking do to flight cancellation. Clean, extremely comfortable. Great bed and shower. River view. Room is a little small for a long stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars Kåre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accessible to the city
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cristina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Pet friendly. A little mishap with the AC but they came over and fixed it the next day.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and super close to everything. Also very pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night 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

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tufail, STERLING HEIGHTS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice, located in the very center of all the excitement. The room was a little smaller than expected but it still had everything that 2 people would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, San Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and friendly. Great central location to explore Chicago.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome hotel clean. Tony and the rest of gentleman were awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Titas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando, Austin

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A safe in the room would have been nice other wise good . Would stay again if price was right.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025