The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
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About this property
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is a 4-star Sonesta Hotel property offering 381 individually decorated guestrooms in downtown Chicago. Located steps from the Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue, the hotel places guests within easy reach of the city's premier attractions and entertainment district.
Guest rooms feature pillowtop beds with down comforters, refrigerators, and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet keeps guests connected, while satellite programming provides entertainment options. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests rate room comfort at 4.7 out of 5 stars.
On-site dining is available at Hoyt's Chicago, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The property also operates a bar/lounge where guests can unwind with evening drinks. The hotel maintains 1 restaurant and 1 bar/lounge facility.
Recreation and wellness amenities include a 24-hour fitness center. The property offers wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, business center facilities, a ballroom, and wedding services. Conference space spans 16,000 square feet across 18 meeting rooms, making the hotel suitable for events and corporate gatherings. An Art Deco design complements these modern conveniences, supported by 24-hour front desk service and a multilingual staff.
The property sits 0.5 miles from Millennium Park and 1 mile from Grant Park. It is conveniently positioned near Chicago Theatre and the Chicago Cultural Center. For airport access, the hotel is located 12 miles from Midway International Airport (approximately 30 minutes) and 18 miles from O'Hare International Airport (approximately 45 minutes). Direct rapid transit access one block away provides frequent service to both airports. Guest ratings average 4.6 out of 5 stars across over 2,600 reviews.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with flexible arrival times available. Standard check-out is 11:00 AM. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown welcomes pets, with accommodations for up to 2 pets per room. A one-time non-refundable pet fee of $100 per room per stay applies at check-in. Pet-friendly rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi and all standard amenities. Service animals are permitted without restrictions or additional fees. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and provides accessible parking with valet service available (surcharge).
Location & nearby attractions
Chicago Riverwalk - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Michigan Avenue - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Chicago Theatre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Marina City - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
House of Blues Chicago - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chicago Cultural Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Millennium Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Aon Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Daley Plaza - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Bally's Casino Chicago - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Richard J. Daley Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Cloud Gate - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Merchandise Mart - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
State Street - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Cadillac Palace Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 21.2 km / 13.2 mi
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 29.4 km / 18.3 mi
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 41.9 km / 26 mi
The preferred airport for The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
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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
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- This property is professionally cleaned
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets cannot be left unattended
- We welcome your furry friends at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Riverfront. Our pet-friendly rooms accommodate 2 pets per room. All of our pet-friendly rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi
- and all of the amenities found in our other room types. A one-time
- non-refundable fee of $100 per room
- per stay will be assessed at check in.
- 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:
- Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night
- Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
- Self parking fee: USD 58 per night
- Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night
- Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, 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
- Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- The property is professionally cleaned.