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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Meeting facility
Lobby
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is S$294
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Spa Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (The Artist Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Millennium Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 1 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 12 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shaw's Crab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rossi's Liquors - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kyuramen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Luxury boutique hotel near Michigan Avenue
A short walk from Chicago Riverwalk and Merchandise Mart, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, CBR, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Valet parking (surcharge), wedding services and a ballroom
  • A lift, a banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Meeting rooms, luggage storage and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 261 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

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Exterior

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9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 2,665 reviews
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includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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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 65 per night); discounts available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CBR

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8,150 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (106 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 May to 31 July:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 65 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 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)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per day

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

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Chicago Palomar
Palomar Chicago
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Chicago
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Chicago
Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from May 1 until July 31.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

As of 30 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North on 7 Jul, 2025 start from S$294.18, 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 The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Valet parking is available for USD 75 per night.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of State Street and Michigan Avenue. Chicago Riverwalk and Chicago Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and State Station is 7 minutes.

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1331 out of 1843 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1843 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1843 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1843 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1843 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay with 2 kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly & helpful staff, nice & clean room, pleasant lounge & connected restaurant/bar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn

Liked: Amenities
The location of the property is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was pleasant the room was very clean and the view was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Really enjoyed my hotel stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff; great location; clean rooms; great views! Felt very safe at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alycia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were very attentive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ASHLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive and frequently checked in to ensure comfort and satisfaction. The hotel was clean and centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great location - would stay here again with no hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds with fabulous accommodations. Staff was extremely friendly as well. I was super impressed with the security (you needed your room cars to even enter the building through the front entrance after 9pm) and the location was great for us! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and super location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk lady was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have no regrets about choosing this hotel (:
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, nice room, and smells amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and excellent location. Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiu Min

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally recommend it to friends and families
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was simply great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the rooftop lounge was spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was authentically polite and wanted to make sure we were satisfied.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great home base for our visit to Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, super friendly and helpful staff, and great location. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property where the real stand out! They were so friendly and helpful every time we walked in. The hotel was in a nice area which allowed us to easily access the red line as well as a lot of places we wanted to go. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josef D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional experience. One of the best hotel stays and amenities I have ever experienced. Thanks so much for your warm hospitality and amenities at your property. I hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is dated but clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025