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River Hotel

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (One Room) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Overview of River Hotel

River Hotel

4.0 star property

4.3/5 Excellent

Guests rated this property 4.4/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services
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75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationGrant Park7 min walk
  • Popular LocationChicago Theatre7 min walk
  • Popular LocationMillennium Park7 min walk
  • AirportChicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)40 min drive

Room options

About this area

Chicago

River Hotel is located in Downtown Chicago, a neighborhood in Chicago, and is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millennium Park and Chicago Riverwalk. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Soldier Field or United Center. Guests love the hotel's central and quiet location. It's also convenient to public transportation: Clark-Lake Station is 7 minutes by foot and State Station is 8 minutes.
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What's nearby

  • Grant Park - 7 min walk
  • Chicago Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Millennium Park - 7 min walk
  • Cloud Gate - 10 min walk
  • State Street - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Clark-Lake Station - 7 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sweetwater - 4 min walk
  • Corner Bakery - 5 min walk
  • Bongiorno's Cucina Italiana & Pizzeria - 5 min walk
  • Billy Goat Tavern - 5 min walk
  • Morton's The Steakhouse - 5 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

4-star hotel near Millennium Park
Close to Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue, River Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a gym, and a business center. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), concierge services, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and express check-in
  • A front desk safe, an elevator, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location
Room features
All guestrooms at River Hotel have perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 53 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking within 0.5 mi (USD 30 per night)

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Fitness center

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Business center
  • 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.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • iPod dock
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone

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Policies

Check-in

93% of travellers were happy with check-in
Check-in from 3 PM - midnight
Express check-in
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 53 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 30 per night (0.5 mi away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession
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
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

We should mention

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

Is River Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Hotel?

As of Oct 6, 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on Oct 30, 2022 start from CA $236.75, excluding 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.

How much is parking at River Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 53 per night.

What time is check-in at River Hotel?

Check-in is from 3 PM - midnight.

What time is check-out at River Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is River Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Millennium Park and Navy Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km). Clark-Lake Station is 7 minutes by foot and State Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at River Hotel and receive a full refund?

Yes, River Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to River Hotel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Overall score and ratings

4.3

Excellent

Rating 5 - Excellent. 916 out of 1609 reviews
5 - Excellent 57%
Rating 4 - Good. 399 out of 1609 reviews
4 - Good 25%
Rating 3 - Okay. 158 out of 1609 reviews
3 - Okay 10%
Rating 2 - Poor. 85 out of 1609 reviews
2 - Poor 5%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 51 out of 1609 reviews
1 - Terrible 3%

4.4/5

Cleanliness

4.5/5

Staff & service

4.0/5

Amenities

4.3/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.3/5

Eco-friendliness
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5/5 Excellent

William
Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

4/5 Good

Wenhong
Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

5/5 Excellent

Beth
Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful. We were booted from another place super early due to plumbing issues and we got lucky and could check in super early. Beautiful place. Would stay there again. Love the coffee option and the water filling station!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

5/5 Excellent

William
Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly central location to visit Chicago. Walking distance to millennial park, boat tours and hop on hop off bus tours
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

4/5 Good

Nola
Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff. Bed and sofa in the room weren’t great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

3/5 Okay

Joseph E
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and the staff was incredibly friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

5/5 Excellent

Jennifer
Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location, just minutes walking to shops, restaurants, and sights. The hotel offers 24/7 coffee and cold water in reusable bottles. The rooms are clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

5/5 Excellent

Jarrod
Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the room layout and having two bathrooms was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

5/5 Excellent

Camille
Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent time at the River Hotel. Easy to get in and out, quick elevators, close to many options and walkable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

3/5 Okay

Gururaj, Mason
Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is great for going around and seeing different attractions. This hotel is right in front of River walk. The hotel is bare minimum and does not have basic amenities. Room with kitchenette does not have any utensils or cutlery in the room and not provided by the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022