River Hotel

4.0 star property

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Stunning city views of a river flanked by historic and modern architecture.
Cozy gathering space with a fireplace, comfortable armchairs, and a vase of flowers.
Two single beds with white linens, bedside tables, and lamps, plus a desk and chair, create a comfortable space.
Relax in our inviting lobby with a seating area, potted plant, and staircase leading to the upper level.
Stunning interior space with a grand staircase, ornate balustrades, and a comfortable sofa area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Kitchenette (One Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(282 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

River Hotel

4-star hotel in Downtown Chicago
A restaurant, a fitness center, and valet parking are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and concierge services are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
River Hotel offers 121 accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
The hotel offers a restaurant. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Business-related amenities at this 4-star property consist of a business center and meeting rooms. This business-friendly hotel also offers a fitness center, a vending machine, and concierge services. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

River Hotel is a smoke-free property.

River Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 30 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 76 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

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 76 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 30 per night (2625 ft away)

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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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River Hotel Chicago
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River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2678 out of 4367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 918 out of 4367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 411 out of 4367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 190 out of 4367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 170 out of 4367 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like all the guys in the check in area the guy he's name was pedro he was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ELIJANE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to see the beatiful Chicago. Staff are awesome. Only complaint about the parking, but maybe thats everyone’s frustration. Clean and we got view of the city. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was great and the hotel was surrounded by stores and restaurants. The hotel lobby and the lounge area on the 2nd floor had nice decore and amenities. Unfortunately, the room was a bit outdated and the mattress was very uncomfortable. Overall, we are happy with our stay with the price we paid and may look into booking at the River Hotel again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mac, Casa Grande

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for most things being no more than a 15 minute walk or bus ride.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharada

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a decent hotel in a great location; many restaurants and shops within walking distance. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bathroom was a bit small and dated, but fine for my short stay. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is great, in amongst the river and some iconic buildings. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and service

Amazing River view room, great view of the bridges. Great location. Kudos do the team, great service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super great helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabih

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect to explore downtown Chicago and the staff is very helpful and accomodating
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosaly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a perfect location right in the heart of downtown. Very walkable and very safe. Lots of food options nearby. The hotel itself was great. We arrived early and they let us check in early. Everything was well kept. They were very accommodating! I would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with a gorgeous view of Chicago. Wonderful transportation. Reasonably priced for the area. Very comfortable and clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Saima, Streamwood

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathroom and room smelled like cigarettes.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to a lot of places.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You couldn't ask for a better location, Great rooms and front desk team, Pedro gives you an all American checkin in style

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kashae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice hotel, friendly staff. There is a $100 deposit that’s refundable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fant
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFF

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like the parking available is 3 blocks walking, so as I arrived at midnight with my daughter, I didn’t feel safe to walk alone after parking my car there. I had to paid for valet parking at 53 by day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jordyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025