--- title: Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown slug: royal-sonesta-chicago-downtown-hotel type: hotel sub_type: hotels source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/royal-sonesta-chicago-downtown-hotel city: Chicago state: IL country: US address: 71 East Wacker Drive geo: lat: 41.88739 lng: -87.62569 cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:00:33.636Z price_from: amount: 300 currency: USD unit: per_night availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 640 scale: 5 room_rates: - name: Deluxe City View King, Non-Smoking price: 399 regular_price: 436.24 savings: 37.24 - name: Columbus Residences King, Non-Smoking price: 559 - name: Executive Suite, Non-Smoking price: 559 - name: Premier Suite, Non-Smoking price: 659 regular_price: 699 savings: 40 - name: Deluxe Suite, Non-Smoking price: 709 regular_price: 769 savings: 60 - name: Lasalle Residences King, Non-Smoking price: 759 regular_price: 1100.67 savings: 341.67 --- ## Overview Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown delivers on its name with an unrivaled location near the Magnificent Mile, Lincoln Park, and the Loop. This pet-friendly hotel offers spacious rooms with mini-fridge and coffee maker, an onsite restaurant, 24/7 fitness center, and proximity to the Chicago Riverwalk. ## What's Included - Spacious rooms featuring views of either the Chicago River or city skyline - 48-inch flat-screen TV and iPod docking station - Mini-refrigerator, coffee maker, and complimentary bottled water - Onsite dining at Hoyt’s with Midwestern-inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - 24-hour fitness center access - Business center and meeting spaces including a ballroom - Valet parking for hotel guests ## What's Not Included - Fees for pet-friendly rooms - Parking fees for valet and self-parking options - $32 nightly destination fee collected upon arrival ## Room Rates - **Deluxe City View King, Non-Smoking** — $399.00/night (regularly $436.24/night, save $37.24) - **Columbus Residences King, Non-Smoking** — $559.00/night - **Executive Suite, Non-Smoking** — $559.00/night - **Premier Suite, Non-Smoking** — $659.00/night (regularly $699.00/night, save $40.00) - **Deluxe Suite, Non-Smoking** — $709.00/night (regularly $769.00/night, save $60.00) - **Lasalle Residences King, Non-Smoking** — $759.00/night (regularly $1100.67/night, save $341.67) ## Good to Know * Minimum age to check in is 21. * Prime downtown location adjacent to the Chicago Riverwalk. * The hotel offers valet parking with various hourly and overnight rates; self-parking is available nearby for a fee with unlimited in and out privileges. * Pet policy: up to 2 well-mannered pets allowed per room with no breed or weight restrictions; $100 non-refundable fee per pet per stay, due upon arrival; ADA-defined service animals are exempt; pet-friendly rooms limited. * Check-in: 4:00pm; Check-out: 11:00am. * The $32 nightly destination fee includes 24/7 fitness center access, Basic WiFi for unlimited devices, 2 bottled waters, and a $10 food & beverage credit at Hoyts. * The hotel is 100% smoke-free. * Accessible features include Braille and raised signage, lifts, accessible rooms with roll-in showers and grab bars, wheelchair-accessible paths and parking. ## Cancellation Policy All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ## FAQs ### Is the hotel pet-friendly? Pets are accepted. Up to 2 well-mannered pets are allowed per room, no breed or weight restrictions. A $100 non-refundable fee per pet, per stay is due upon arrival. Pets are subject to hotel's policy and regulations. ADA-defined service animals are exempt from fees. Please notify the hotel directly prior to your arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ### What is the minimum age to check in? The reservation holder must be at least 21 years old to check in and is required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. ### Does the hotel offer a daily breakfast? Yes. Breakfast is available for a fee at the restaurant on site at Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown. ### Is parking offered? The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers valet parking with rates of $47 for 0–4 hours, $66 for 4–8 hours, $80 for 8 hours to overnight, and $35 for event parking. Overnight fee for hotel guests includes three limited in-and-out privileges. Additional in-and-out requests are available for a $20 charge. They also offer a self-parking option for guests, located at nearby facilities at 60 E. Lake or 111 E. Wacker. These options include the convenience of unlimited in and out privileges. Upon check-in, guests will receive a QR code that grants a discounted rate at the parking garage. The discounted rate for self-parking is $56 per night. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ### Can I request a smoking room or suite? No. The hotel is 100% smoke-free. ### Does Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown have a resort fee? The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown charges a nightly destination fee of $32 that includes: access to the newly-remodeled fitness center including Peloton bike, water in guestrooms, premium WiFi and a $10 credit for use at Hoyt’s American Tavern. The hotel also offers guests preferred discounts at neighboring destinations including: Grand Lux Café (10% off), Ocean Prime (complimentary appetizer with purchase of entrée), Emerald Loop (10% off), Elephant & Castle (10% off) and Gangsters and Ghost Tour (15% off). Simply show your Sonesta room key to redeem. All fees mentioned are subject to change without prior notice and applicable taxes. ### How far is Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown from 360 Chicago? 360 Chicago is 0.8 mile from this Royal Sonesta Downtown Chicago. ### How far is Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown from the airport? Royal Sonesta Chicago is 16.5 miles from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport. ### What accessible features does the hotel offer? Braille and raised signage are available throughout the hotel to assist guests with visual impairments. A lift is provided to ensure that all guests can easily access all floors of the hotel. Selected rooms are designed with accessibility in mind, featuring accessible bathrooms and in-room accessibility. Roll-in showers and grab bars are available in these rooms for guests who require them. Additionally, a wheelchair-accessible path of travel is maintained throughout the hotel, along with designated wheelchair-accessible parking for guests. Please contact the hotel for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements. ## Reviews > "Positive Attitude" > — haleyer2026, June 15, 2026 > "Fantastic hotel in Chicago" > — Maps02526397518, June 15, 2026 > "Amazing service" > — 184zacharyv, June 15, 2026 > "Exceptional" > — davidcH1463CM, June 15, 2026 > "Fabulous" > — X8754OMreneem, June 14, 2026