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River Hotel

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

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Reception
Business centre
Front of property
Meeting facility
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$165
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(97 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 Queen Bed

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Property amenity

Superior Room, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 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

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(303 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

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

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

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
Satellite channels
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

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

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Standard Room, 1 King 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

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(61 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

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Superior Room, River View

Superior Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(84 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

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
Satellite channels
  • 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
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
  • State Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 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.

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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 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 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$164.66, 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?

The closest beach to River Hotel is Oak Street Beach (1.7 km).

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. 2966 out of 4799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 993 out of 4799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 445 out of 4799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 204 out of 4799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 191 out of 4799 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

2/10 Terrible

Katie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel room was okay. There is only ONE working elevator making wait times forever.
Stayed 2 nights 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

Kali

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

6/10 Okay

Benjamin Harris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thought we’d try this place instead of the larger hotel chains nearby. The staff is friendly, helpful, and overall awesome. They hold this place together because biggest issue is the property is old and the rooms needs renovation badly. One of the only two elevators were broken, the AC needed servicing during our stay, the room was tiny and dingy (carpet burn, old features, torn shades). Also I reserved a King bed and they just pushed two twins together… not a fan of that maneuver. The location was great other than constant protestors shouting into bull horns about their choice causes all around the block (I wish the hotel could do more about moving them further away from the grounds). If you can stay at this place at the right rate, it’s worth it. Otherwise it is deceptively dingy and you shouldn’t pay top dollar rates for these rooms with so many other legitimately great options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

AMIT

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extraordinarily rude staff, broken elevators, no parking validation, dirty rooms and bathroom. Absolutely no housekeeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Boyun

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pradit

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my go to hotel in the city. I went stay any place else. Even for an additional fee you can get breakfast included. I have stayed in both a reg room n a kitchenette thick it doesn't have a full kitchen or days have a microwave n a small fridge. Room is very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

usha, ripon

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

4/10 Poor

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I walked to Bub City, great food and entertainment. I had the Cali burger with tots. It was karaoke night. My room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

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

Fine for solo travel

There is no microwave, or fridge. The shower is very tiny. Barebones hotel but it was okay for a night. Very spacious room, tiny bathroom and shower. The area was questionable and the parking required me to, as the staff recommended, cut through alleyways to get to the front doors. I went around the alleyways (because no thank you) and was harassed by people who were clearly inebriated. I was a female traveling alone. Also the one elevator was broken and I was on like the 34th floor so that took forever to go up and down. Overall, passable for one night, and hope you like drinking warm water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, very kind and helpful. Nice to see staff enjoy their job. Room was comfortable with a fabulous view. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Francesco

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A disappointment

Only one elevator for 30+ floors, I waited one morning 10+ minutes and missed my uber (paying the late fee) and had to go down by foot 18 stories. A/C was blowing air directly on the bed and I got a cold. Other than that it was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very friendly and were so helpful! Parking available on site and a few blocks away. Very clean, quiet, snacks available in room for a fee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mingui

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is fantastic. Just by the river as the name indicates. The staff members are very friendly. I especially like the Nespresso coffee provided in the room. My colleagues who stayed at the Hyatt Regency didn't have these. They were jealous.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value! Our hotel room was super comfortable for 4 people (2 queen beds and 2 full bathrooms). Everything was clean. The staff was kind. The location was central. Would definitely come again to this hotel next time I'm in Chicago!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Georgette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Detroit

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