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Reviews of The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North 4 stars

505 North State Street, River North, Chicago, IL 60654, United States

#52 of 183 hotels in Chicago

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1107 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    Anniversary trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool was unfortunately closed. Shower pressure could have been better.

    Never slept better!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Tub - Mobility/Hearing Accessible
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The other waitters who didn't remind us about the rule but just showing their face and looks that had a negatives gesture

    I like Mr Edgar as a waittres who help us in the bfast resto whom dare to inform even to ellaborate the rule of not allow to bring in the provided hot tea which actually we took for the particular lobby hotel themself

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was quite expensive that particular night but this is not a fault of the property - the air show was on.

    Lots of natural light in the large guest room. Convenient to have a restaurant in the hotel. Hotel very well maintained.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    Such a blast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was stiff and the pillows weren’t the best but still did the job

    Beautiful and cozy. Close to everything

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was very nice people. The Room was very clean. The restaurant was amazing too. Congratulations

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    8.0
    Great value and location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lobby area looks cheap (too glitzy), I expected it to look more classy..The bedrooms are dated and a bit tired. The lack of a buffet at breakfast was disappointing.

    Loved the location and the roof terrace, pool, gym. Also the size and comfort of the suite (though pretty dated)

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    8.0
    It was clean and nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The smell they pump in!

    Location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Roof top, location, coffee in lobby. Friendly staff!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    10
    Wonderful stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two Doubles with Tub - Mobility/Hearing Accessible
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was terrific!

    The hotel is wonderful! We had a terrific time in Chicago. For sure It became much better because of Kate (front desk) and Spirol. They turned our trip more pleasant and enjoyable. Coffee and tee at the lobby everyday was a nice start for the day. Our room was so comfy and It was been well cleaned in our entire stay. We use the hotel bikes. They weren’t new but perfectly useful for one day. I truly recommend this hotel!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    8.0
    Nice location to downtown activities, a place to stay in between adventures.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Absolutely no view from the room, blocked by other building. Nothing to see. The carpet was dirty (needed vacuumed), but I think it may have been because workers installed a TV before we got there. There was glitter, food, and garbage on the carpet. The room was a little warm.

    The room was comfortable, cozy beds. The morning coffee and tea was nice. Staff very friendly. Rooftop terrace had nice view.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    9.0
    Really comfortable beds and soft linens. Room was spacious and clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Real cream or milk at the free coffee table. I hate those fake creamers. The coffee was OK . Nothing great.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Two Doubles with Tub - Mobility/Hearing Accessible
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    elevator was broken/crowded, and it's a little worn if you look it the wall paper corners or the upholstery but the hotel had great bones. TV system is not super new, no microwave or coffee

    nice rooms solid location decent beds, nice staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    10
    Great hotel, I’d stay here if I came back to Chicago
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillows could be better, they were too thick. Called to ask if they had any other types and they had not.

    Everything was great in this proper hotel! It was clean and kept daily, beds were comfortable, excellent noise insulation, good A/C, well maintained room and facilities. Very centric!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool was closed

    The bed of the room with views was amazing

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2025

    10
    My stay was fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Tub, City View - Mobility/Hearing Accessible
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There isn’t ice machine on each floor

    The stay is always warmy and comfortable

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2025

    8.0
    Great location too bad the pool was closed
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately, booked the hotel for the swimming pool as part of the amenities, but it was not open and it was not mentioned anywhere on the website or a reservation. Also, I tried to contact a few times the staff and it was not clear as to when it will be open.

    The staff was welcoming and the location was good.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    9.0
    Good hotel, nice location, helpful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The carpet in the room needs a deep cleaning and the bedhead a new cover. Some dusty corners.

    Very good location, nice views, really friendly, helpful staff.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    9.0
    Everything was great besides the pool being closed. We found out on the day we left it was all the hotels had their pool
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool was closed for maintenance. Total bummer!

    Very nice and everyone was super nice, friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    10
    We’re looking forward to returning for another mother-daughter trip at Sonesta
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The brunch, did not enjoy the food. The brunch staff were amazing

    Warm welcome, central location, front desk went out of their way to acknowledge my daughter’s 21st Bday. We really appreciated it, she was very grateful and excited. Rooms were clean, comfortable and hallways were quiet. Only hotel Guests in the elevator

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    10
    Perfect place to stay. Location is very nice and hotel is comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff is very nice and helpful

    It’s very comfortable, safe and location is great

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    10
    Everything and everyone was great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything and everyone was great.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    9.0
    One of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept on.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The wood trim looks a bit worn out in places, but that is to be expected with an older hotel.

    The bed was the most comfortable I've ever slept on, with virtually zero motion transfer between me and my partner. I really appreciated the receptionist's tip to avoid the top floor due to potential noise from the gym above - we chose a room on the 16th floor instead. While there’s still a bit of traffic noise, earplugs easily take care of that

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to all the fun

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    10
    Literal perfection, will stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I don't have any constructive or negative feedback for this hotel.

    Everything, even down to the details, was perfect. Nothing was out of place or mixed up. You can tell that the standards are higher there than a typical hotel.

    Stayed in May 2025

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