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River Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find a central Chicago retreat just steps from Millennium Park, where vibrant city streets meet comfortable accommodations and attentive service

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River Hotel offers a convenient base for exploring Chicago with essential amenities. Guests can stay active at the fitness center, handle laundry needs, and connect via in-room WiFi or the business center. Previous visitors consistently praise the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is ￥20,118
￥23,919 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26

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About this property

River Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Michigan Avenue
  • A short walk from Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park, 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), express check-out, and express check-in
    • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and concierge services
    • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 121 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, housekeeping, and desks

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

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)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 32 per night (0.8 mi away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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)

Frequently asked questions

Is River Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at River Hotel?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel on May 25, 2026 start from ￥20,118, 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?

Valet parking is available for USD 76 per night.

What time is check-in at River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at River Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is River Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Millennium Park and Chicago Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Clark-Lake Station is 7 minutes by foot and Randolph-Wabash Station is 8 minutes.

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

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

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Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3292 out of 5186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1025 out of 5186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 463 out of 5186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 207 out of 5186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 199 out of 5186 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, kind staff, and comfy rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely location for a great price in the heart of downtown with a great view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with my stay. Room was a little small but otherwise very good. Clean and well maintained. Location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The River hotel is located near the river! Wonderful location for shops and restaurants! Walking distance from Michigan ave and the parks ! I’ve stayed here 5 times in the last 3 years I always enjoy my stays
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fanbei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lita Koreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, walking distance to all major sites. My room was a view of the river which was beautiful especially at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness
Small, private, quite and perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great! Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was friendly and helpful! Rooms were a bit smaller than expected but were good for a quick stay. The coffee in the lounge area was really nice to have too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

The hotel is ideally located. The massive TRUMP sign is hard to overlook but it is part of Chicago. The staff was great and the room was clean and well laid out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, awesome location, and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent! Room was clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoli

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff is amazing. The location of this hotel is exceptional! Close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay there. Every single time I go to Chicago, the staff is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff. In the middle of downtown. Very nice historical building.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, good location, accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So great and welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jiafeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the stay. My room was in 15th floor and the view is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026