The Best Hotels Closest to Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago for 2026

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A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent Tiffany & Co. store on the ground level.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a grand staircase, and large windows offering views of the city.

A rooftop bar with seating and a view of the city skyline at night.

A modern indoor pool area with large windows, potted palm plants, and lounge chairs.

1. The Peninsula Chicago

Streeterville, 0.9 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Melinda

￥102,882

￥122,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering city views.

A spacious lobby with a modern sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. A large window offers a view of the cityscape.

A modern dining area with round tables, comfortable chairs, and a dessert display.

A swimming pool with a ceiling of lights, large windows, and potted plants.

2. The Langham, Chicago

River North, 0.2 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Saramae

￥82,622

￥98,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel room with large windows, white furniture, and a view of tall buildings.

A modern hotel room with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a city view.

A high-rise hotel with a prominent 'TRUMP' sign, reflecting in the water, surrounded by other tall buildings.

3. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

River North, 0.2 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Cecille

￥73,007

￥86,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with a spiral staircase, seating areas, and large windows offering city views.

A high-rise building with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, large windows, and a geometric patterned floor.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 0.7 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Kaitlyn

￥34,822

￥41,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A couple dining at a table with a view of a cityscape and a sunset.

A rooftop terrace with a dining table, chairs, and a view of the cityscape, including the Water Tower Place building.

A woman sitting by a window with a city view, holding a cup and saucer.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV. A large window offers a view of a cityscape and a tower.

5. Park Hyatt Chicago

Streeterville, 1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Tom

￥85,044

￥101,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, featuring a mix of modern and classic architecture, and several potted plants.

A modern staircase with glass railings and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a green sofa, two round tables, a city view, and a chandelier.

6. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

Streeterville, 0.4 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Jessica

￥48,909

￥62,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

The Riu Plaza Chicago Hotel facade with a grand entrance, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a glass partition.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a decorative wall with a unique design.

A couple dining at a table with a city view, surrounded by chairs and a variety of dishes.

7. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 0.7 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Scott E

￥24,787

￥33,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A modern building with a colorful facade and a red circular seating area.

A modern interior with wooden shelves, colorful chairs, and hanging plants.

A modern bar area with a checkered floor, wooden ceiling, and various bar equipment.

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.

8. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, < 0.1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Katarina

￥26,908

￥31,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a modern glass facade, signage for SpringHill Suites, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern reception desk with a sleek design, large windows offering a view of the cityscape, and a contemporary ceiling with linear wood paneling.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a building through the window.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small side table.

9. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

River North, 0.4 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Robert

￥26,908

￥31,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent corner entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, sofa, TV, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling and a reception desk.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North

River North, 0.4 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Sandy

￥27,699

￥32,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A dining area with a table set for four, large windows offering a cityscape view at dusk.

A modern interior with a central fireplace, seating area, and wall-mounted lighting.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a fire pit, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

A high-rise hotel room with large windows offering a city view, round tables set for dining, and elegant decor with flowers and candles.

11. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Loop, < 0.1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Ebony

￥26,749

￥36,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A corridor with ornate black metal railings and a patterned carpet.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of the street through a window.

A bed with a pillow featuring a pineapple design and the text "Sleep with me." A window reveals a cityscape at night.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bench, a TV, and a cabinet.

12. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Theatre District, 0.6 km from Chicago Riverwalk

RaeQuan

￥26,464

￥36,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern lounge area with seating, a coffee table, and a view of the city at night.

A modern hotel entrance with a neon sign, a covered walkway, and a cityscape view.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a seating area with bar stools, and a counter with a cash register.

An outdoor seating area with a wooden table and metal stools, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings and a street.

13. Moxy Chicago Downtown

River North, 0.8 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Justin

￥25,641

￥30,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of a cityscape.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa with cushions, a large window with a view of a cityscape and water.

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a river, and a boat.

A bar with a circular liquor display, seating with stools, and a city view through large windows.

14. Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Loop, 0.2 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Addison

￥40,203

￥53,443 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A restaurant interior with brick walls, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a brick wall mural, a green sofa, leather chairs, and a wooden coffee table.

A high-rise building with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent glass facade and a series of vertical lines.

A room with a diamond-patterned bookshelf filled with books, a wooden floor, and a lamp.

15. Arlo Chicago

Theatre District, 0.3 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Daniel

￥27,544

￥37,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern high-rise building with a curved glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a window with a city view, and a bathroom area with a toilet and a sink.

A person in a white robe sitting by a window with a view of modern high-rise buildings.

16. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

1.2 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Mariellen

￥47,326

￥60,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A black luxury car parked in front of a hotel entrance with a glass canopy decorated with festive ornaments.

A couple dining on a balcony with a cityscape view.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a booth.

An indoor swimming pool with a modern design, a reception area with a sign for Waldorf Astoria Chicago, and a seating area with two people.

17. Waldorf Astoria Chicago

1.4 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Luis

￥83,414

￥99,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a river.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and ottoman, a fireplace, and a large window with a city view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A modern room with a view of a river and high-rise buildings.

18. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, < 0.1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

James

￥32,573

￥43,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A street view with outdoor seating, a building with a sign, and tall skyscrapers in the background.

A hotel entrance with a marquee sign, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A bar with three wooden shelves filled with bottles and glasses.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the walls and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

19. The Talbott, Autograph Collection

1.3 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Karina

￥35,328

￥47,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A person sitting by a window with a view of a cityscape, including a tall tower.

A couple walking through a spacious lobby with marble flooring, large white floral arrangements, and a modern staircase in the background.

A group of people on a boat with a city skyline in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with a skylight, a lifeguard chair, and a potted plant.

20. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Streeterville, 1.3 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Edda

￥82,306

￥97,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Chicago Riverwalk

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Peninsula Chicago	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Langham, Chicago	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 2,055 reviews	View
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile	9.6 Exceptional 659 reviews	View
Park Hyatt Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Chicago Riverwalk Hotel Reviews

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"This property is perfect. Truly a 5 star experience."

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent

"It is nice and good location"

Congress Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our favorite downtown hotel!!"

citizenM Chicago Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I was a solo traveler and my first time staying in a CitizenM location and it was lovely. My room was clean and the view was amazing! Staff was very friendly and accommodating although I didn’t need them much! Would highly recommend staying here and I’ll definitely be back."

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

10/10 Excellent

"To quality service from every staff member. Great views. Upgrade to the gold rooms for a wonderful view and access to the lounge. Lounge breakfast and dinner and dessert is WORTH THE $."

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Heald Square Monument's Statue of Liberty

You can learn about the history of Chicago with a trip to Heald Square Monument's Statue of Liberty. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Find out about the history of Chicago when you spend time at Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Carbide and Carbon Building

After visiting Carbide and Carbon Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Backporch Stage at House of Blues Chicago

After visiting Backporch Stage at House of Blues Chicago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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London Guarantee Building

Find out about the history of Chicago when you take a trip to London Guarantee Building. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Foundation Room Chicago

Foundation Room Chicago is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Museum of Broadcast Communications

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Chicago Riverwalk?

Chicago Riverwalk is located in a vibrant area of Chicago known for its beautiful river views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 956 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Chicago Riverwalk?

Adjacent to Chicago Riverwalk, River Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good choices close by include Congress Plaza Hotel and Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Chicago Riverwalk?

Expedia has 956 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Chicago Riverwalk.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Chicago Riverwalk, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Chicago Riverwalk.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Chicago Riverwalk?

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What can I see and do near Chicago Riverwalk?

You'll want to browse the collections at Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, and Fine Arts Building. While you're exploring, swing by Michigan Avenue Bridge, Wrigley Building, and Tribune Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Chicago Theatre, House of Blues Chicago, and James M. Nederlander Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Chicago Riverwalk?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Chicago Riverwalk is a breeze. You can take advantage of metro transit at State Station, Clark-Lake Station, and Lake Station. If you want to see more of the area, jump aboard a train from Millennium Station, Chicago Van Buren Street Station, or Chicago Union Station.

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Our top choices for Chicago Riverwalk hotels

1. The Peninsula Chicago

2. The Langham, Chicago

3. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

4. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

5. Park Hyatt Chicago

6. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

7. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

8. citizenM Chicago Downtown

9. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown / River North

11. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

12. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

13. Moxy Chicago Downtown

14. Hyatt Regency Chicago

15. Arlo Chicago

16. Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

17. Waldorf Astoria Chicago

18. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

19. The Talbott, Autograph Collection

20. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

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Top Chicago Riverwalk Hotel Reviews

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

Congress Plaza Hotel

citizenM Chicago Downtown

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Other attractions near Chicago Riverwalk

Marina City

Heald Square Monument's Statue of Liberty

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Carbide and Carbon Building

Backporch Stage at House of Blues Chicago

London Guarantee Building

Foundation Room Chicago

Museum of Broadcast Communications

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