Hotel Felix River North / Magnificent Mile
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About this property
Hotel Felix River North / Magnificent Mile is a 4-star independent hotel in Chicago located in the heart of the city's historic districts. The property comprises 228 rooms and sits just a 5-minute walk from Holy Name Cathedral and 10 minutes on foot from Chicago Water Tower, placing guests within easy reach of the city's most recognizable landmarks.
Each of the 228 air-conditioned rooms features down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, Smart televisions with iPod docking stations, and complimentary wired internet access. Private bathrooms are equipped with bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. The rooms earned a guest comfort rating of 4 out of 5.
The property operates one bar and lounge where guests can order beverages. Complimentary to-go breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. The hotel also provides complimentary wireless internet access throughout the property, in addition to the wired connectivity in rooms.
Recreation and wellness amenities include a 24-hour health club and discounted access to a nearby fitness facility. The hotel features a fireplace in the lobby, gift shops and newsstands, and a full-service concierge desk. Additional services include a business center with meeting rooms, porter and bellhop assistance, luggage storage, and ticket assistance for tours and events. Covered and secured parking is available for a surcharge, as is valet parking.
Beyond the hotel's immediate surroundings, the property sits 0.8 miles from Merchandise Mart and 0.9 miles from 875 North Michigan Avenue. Both O'Hare and Midway airports are less than 18 miles away, with typical travel times ranging from under 30 minutes to an hour depending on traffic; rideshare and taxi fares typically start at $35 and up. The surrounding area offers nearby water activities including kayaking, sailing, water skiing, and boat tours, along with golfing and hiking and biking trails.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends until 4:00 AM, while standard check-out is 12:00 PM. The hotel welcomes up to 2 dogs per room with a combined weight not exceeding 40 pounds for a $50 fee per stay. Well-behaved dogs may remain unattended in the room if guests sign a waiver; housekeeping will not enter rooms with unattended pets unless they are crated. Grassy areas for pet relief are available within walking distance, though the property has no dedicated pet relief area. Cats and other pets are not accepted. The hotel is smoke-free and LGBTQIA+ friendly, with wheelchair accessibility throughout and a professional property manager on-site.
Location & nearby attractions
State Street - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Holy Name Cathedral - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Bally's Casino Chicago - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Michigan Avenue - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Oak Street - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Chicago Water Tower - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Merchandise Mart - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
House of Blues Chicago - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Marina City - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Water Tower Place - 1 km / 0.6 mi
875 North Michigan Avenue - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
360 CHICAGO - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 20.7 km / 12.9 mi
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 28.3 km / 17.6 mi
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 40.7 km / 25.3 mi
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 69.5 km / 43.2 mi
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 137.1 km / 85.2 mi
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Amenities & features
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Check-in & check-out
- 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, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
- Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- This property will place an authorization for USD 60 for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 50
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 110
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Hotel Felix welcomes up to 2 dogs per room with a combined weight of up to 40 lbs for an additional fee of $50 per stay. Well-behaved dogs may be left in the room unattended if guests sign a waiver. Housekeeping will not enter unless pets are crated. There is no pet relief area on the property
- however there are grassy areas within walking distance. Cats and other pets are not accepted at this time.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- A damage deposit of USD 75 will be collected before check-in.
- Resort fee: USD 22.00 per accommodation, per night
- Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 9.50 per person
- Covered valet parking fee: USD 74 per day (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)<
Know before you go
- Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).