The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

4.5 star property
VIP Access

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Terrace/patio
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
View from room
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
505 N State Street, Chicago, IL, 60654
  • State Street
    1 min walk
  • Michigan Avenue
    4 min walk
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    7 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    36 min drive
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mobility/ Hearing Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Portrait Parlor Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hospitality)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite (The Artist Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Suite)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Mobility Accessible Deluxe King Tub

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

Luxury Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness centre
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and WiFi in public areas. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers 261 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on request and fridges can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Enjoy features like an indoor pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at CBR
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage and wedding services
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and spaciousness
  • Steps from State Street and 4 minutes on foot from Michigan Avenue
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

Event space at this hotel measures 8150 square feet (757 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the luxury The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

CBR – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your 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

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 946 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1416 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1416 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so knowledgeable, friendly, and kind and went out of their way to make my kids feel comfortable in a new place, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cleaning the rooms after 5PM was a downside. Besides that, everything was awsome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean rooms. Great pool and workout facility. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Rooms do not have a refrigerator, a bit f a surprise for the price and they hit you with a $60 convenience fee that is not advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went for the concert…
We stayed 6 nights. Very clean hotel. Room was clean and anytime we needed something they were there to help. Doormen always had great recommendations for places to eat. Within walking distance of Navy Pier, Riverwalk, and red line that will take you anywhere you need to go.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sreenivas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and near to major attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rashia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sonesta, one of my favorite hotels. Clean, modern, comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed walking out and finding so many great restaurants and venues within a few blocks. Hanging out one afternoon in the sun on the terrace was a great wind down before heading out on the town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gabby was awesome, very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daphne

Great stay, great staff. Everything was close within walking distance.. Loveland seeing Chicago in the summer time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal experience with this fabulous staff and property and loved our VIP perks. Thrilled with our upgrade option. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really love the staff that made our days better . The area is very very accessible to many shopping and food stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priya

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a great find! Great for the family with kids - walkable to many attractions downtown Chicago. Subway right outside. Valet parking with Sammy was an absolute pleasure - convenient and quick. The room itself was large and spacious. Huge bathroom and customer service excellent. Definitely warrants a return visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Frederic

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms were super small and the valet was in an accident with our car while pulling it around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arsalan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not the newest building, but staff is great. Room sizes aren't terrible. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was so nice and accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service and room was amazing, bar and food was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024