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River Hotel

4-star property
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 1-855-201-7819
4.3 out of 5
Very good!
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"Everything was great " More

By a verified traveler on Wed 20 Apr 2022

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Hotel Description

4-star hotel near Chicago Riverwalk

Downtown Chicago stay

A stay at this Downtown Chicago hotel places you steps from Chicago Riverwalk and a 5-minute walk from Michigan Avenue. Grant Park and Chicago Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

Business services

A restaurant and a gym are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. Self parking, express check-in, and express check-out are also offered.

Free WiFi, iPod docks

In addition to flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, the 121 guestrooms offer free WiFi and iPod docks. Other amenities include room service, premium bedding, and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$157* Per night/room May 30 - May 31

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (One Room)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

River Hotel ratings based on 42 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for River Hotel

Everyone (13) Couples (14) Family (12)
5 out of 5
Everything was great

Posted by on Apr 20, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 29, 2022 by Ryan Grady - Hotel Manager

Elizabeth - We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and found everything great! Come back and stay with us again soon!

3 out of 5
The hotel room we were in was a little run down - paint peeling, tiles cracked, doors off hinges, etc. so it effectively needed a facelift. The room size however was great - 2 bed suite for my family of 5. The hotel staff was so helpful And accommodating.

Posted by on Apr 2, 2022

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Apr 3, 2022 by Liz Cano

We are very sorry to hear the hotel was not up to your expectations. We will ensure to share your findings with our Engineer department and ensure the issues mentioned are isolated ones.

5 out of 5
The staff was absolutely amazing! Friendly and so very helpful. Our room was somewhat small but served our needs just fine. Had a great view of the river. Close to some great restaurants and bars. The only thing I was not thrilled about was parking a few blocks away at a ramp. It was affordable compared to valet services but walking that distance in the cold isn’t the most fun. Luckily the ramp was great. The hotels facade is beautiful and the architecture in the area was great to see.

Posted by on Mar 23, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 23, 2022 by Liz Cano

We appreciate you taking the time to review our hotel. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed our beautiful views. We are glad you enjoyed our local restaurants and bars We hope you visit again soon. We hope you visit us again on your future travels to Chicago.

4 out of 5
Room was smaller than anticipated but given the lower cost and great location, hardly surprising. Reception staff were friendly and welcoming, and requests for amenities - such as a hair dryer - were met very promptly and with courtesy. Easy walking distance to O'Hare transit (CTA Blue Line at Lake & Wells). Adjacent to River Walk, Michigan Avenue shopping and numerous bars and restaurants. Great value for money if you can deal with the small room size.

Posted by on Mar 5, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 7, 2022 by Liz Cano

We appreciate you taking the time to review our hotel. We are happy even though you disliked the size of the room, you were able to enjoy our beautiful city and took advantage of our hotel amenities. We look forward to host you again on your next visit to Chicago.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 14, 2021

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5 out of 5
Liked they greeted me as soon as I walked and checked me in quickly

Posted by on Oct 26, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 12, 2021 by Liz Cano

We are very happy to hear you were taken care of during your stay. We look forward to hosting you again.

5 out of 5
Liked how I was greeted as soon as entered, checked was fast and friendly. Great central location. I Recommend this hotel.

Posted by on Oct 26, 2021

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Nov 12, 2021 by Liz Cano

We are happy you greeted properly the moment you walked in the hotel. We hope to see you again soon.

5 out of 5
The guy when we walked in was very welcoming and created good conversation and was friendly, clean and organized. City view was amazing and hotel is located in such a great spot with many stores near

Posted by on Oct 18, 2021

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Nov 12, 2021 by Liz Cano

We appreciate you taking the time to review our hotel. We will ensure to pass on your kind comments about our staff. In addition, our views are certainly breath taking, they are a treat to enjoy.

5 out of 5
This hotel is wonderful! It’s my first time to stay and i will definitely will come back and not stay anywhere else when I’m in Chicago. Besides getting a really good service from the front desk staff especially Pedro and Ronnie they are nothing but so helpful with all their guests. The location is perfect close to everything you need and has a nice view from my room and they always keep the front of the hotel lobby clean.. i love this hotel I am very pleased with my stay and I am planning to come back again in April.. Thank you guys for making my stay a wonderful one ❤️

Posted by on Oct 4, 2021

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Oct 4, 2021 by Liz Cano

Thank you very much for such kind words. We are thrilled to hear your first time in the hotel was a successful one. We will definitely share your feedback with Pedro and Ronnie, they are our dynamic duo. In addition, we will share your feedback with our housekeeping department as well. We look forward to hosting you again on April.

4 out of 5
We enjoyed our stay. Great location. Booked a king room, and it was two twins pushed together. Very uncomfortable. Had self service kiosks to check in and out, but no signage letting guests know that’s what they are for.

Posted by on Oct 2, 2021

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Oct 4, 2021 by Liz Cano

We are happy to hear you enjoyed our stay and you found our location very convenient. We are sorry to hear you were uncomfortable, in our rooms. Our kiosks are always accompanied by a Guest Experience Manager to ensure your check in and check out experience is a unique one, we are sorry you weren't aware you also had the opportunity to practice the self check in.

About the River Hotel

Location 75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. The business-friendly River Hotel also features a fitness center, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Millennium Station (0.9 km / 0.6 mi)
  • Metro station: Clark-Lake Station (0.6 km / 0.4 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking and self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

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, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • IPod dock
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

River Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • In-room accessibility
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Policies

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted.

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • One child stays free
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 53 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 25 per night (0.4 mi away)

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

Hotel Names

  • Hotel River
  • River Hotel
  • River Hotel Chicago
  • River Chicago
  • River Hotel Hotel
  • River Hotel Chicago
  • River Hotel Hotel Chicago

You should know

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.