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River Hotel

Property class: 4

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A marble-floored lobby with double doors and elevators, each marked with a 'CQ' sign.
A hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with a white mattress, a wooden dresser, and a large window with curtains.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a vase.
A hotel entrance with a sign for the Club Quarters Hotel, number 75, and a River Hotel sign.
A man in a suit sitting by a window with a vase of red flowers.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 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, Millennium Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a clock, a wall-mounted lamp, and a curtain.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

A room with a fireplace, leather chairs, a round table, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

Superior Room, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(78 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room

A conference room with a round table, four leather chairs, a wooden cabinet, a framed abstract painting, and a fireplace with a marble surround.

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(371 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a clock, a wall-mounted lamp, and a curtain.

Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(59 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(83 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite (Two Rooms)

A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Executive Suite (Two Rooms)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(87 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(107 reviews)
  • River view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, River View

  • River view
  • 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 Grant Park and Millennium Park.

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 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
  • Grant 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
  • ‪Fannie May - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

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 complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. 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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  • Air-conditioning
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  • Breakfast available
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The price is AU$218
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1 Nov - 2 Nov
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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 55 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 76 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 55 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 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on 1 Nov 2026 start from AU$285, 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. 3480 out of 5493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1082 out of 5493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 487 out of 5493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 220 out of 5493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 224 out of 5493 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel; excellent location; rooms a little small but reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome and the views were great !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Would stay here again in a heartbeat ! Wish more hotels were great like this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was very nice. It's nothing fancy, but it's clean and the staff are all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just great all around and they have a wonderful coffee bar on the 2nd floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel. Easy check in status and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location right in the heart of everything! We enjoyed our weekend and hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, as we found it central & walkable to most parks & attractions. The place was spotless & the staff were fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean, staffs are very helpful and friendly. I love the view and it’s right at the center of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location and decent price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice rooms, and the staff was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good good location. And friendly staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great and staff is very nice and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, staff was extremely helpful and the room was always maintained, even when we didn’t need anything. Definitely staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay here and we still loved it. The staff and location are amazing. Our deluxe double rooms were quiet and spacious. Looking forward to a third visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for couples and the location is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but given the location and views its very worth it. Check in staff was great and very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026