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About this property
Ideally located in downtown Chicago along the Chicago River, this 4-star boutique hotel features modern guestrooms with free WiFi. The Art Institute of Chicago is 10 minutes' walk away. The River Hotel’s rooms feature custom designed furnishings with a work desk, iPod docking station, premium bedding and a wall-mounted flat-screen HDTV. Select rooms offer a seating area or a kitchenette. Hotel River features 24-hour concierge services and 3 state-of-the-art meeting rooms for business needs. A well-equipped gym is on site for added convenience. Guests can also order a yoga kit send directly to their room. Room service is available. The Magnificent Mile is 2 blocks from this Chicago River Hotel and Millennium Park is a 10 minutes' walk away. Soldier Field and Shedd Aquarium are less than a 10 minutes' drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Young
United States“Absolutely beautiful hotel. The bed was comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful.” - Keona
United States“We definitely stay here again gives luxury at a cheap price” - George
United States“It was so sophisticated & well put together, the Sistine service was A1”
Maria
United States“The location is fantastic and the staff was helpful and polite”- Guzman
United States“Very clean and elegant. Close to much right downtown” - Sheila
United States“The view of the river was incredible. The location is very convenient and within walking distance to a lot of major attractions, food, and shopping.”
David
Israel“clean hotel, great location, near by parking for resonable price. little bottles of water to fill in every floor, big rooms.”- Sarah
United States“Perfect location for a night downtown! Right by Michican Avenue, its convenient for a day of shopping. The hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff was very courteous and helpful to get us checked in.”
Zeb
United States“The location was perfect close to the river walk and magnificent mile.”- Ilan
Israel“Excellent place!! Excellent location!! In the very heart of Chicago. Stuff was so kind and helpful!! Fair price!! I had a great time there!!”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Guests under the age of 21 years must be accompanied by a parent or official guardian.
Guests are 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.