About us
Situated near the confluence of Lake Michigan and the Chicago River in the Award-Winning Aqua Tower, stands Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago. Concentrated on two floors, the Radisson Blu Aqua meeting space is designed with meetings and social events in mind. Overlooking a six-acre park and outdoor terrace, with windows on two sides, the Atlantic Ballroom is the centerpiece of both the indoor and outdoor space. The hotel features 334 guest rooms with a choice of distinct room styles & 28,592 sq. ft of total meeting space with an additional 7,000 sq. ft. of outdoor event space. The hotel is surrounded by Chicago’s biggest tourist attractions, including Millennium Park, Navy Pier and the fabulous shopping of Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile. It's also connected to the Chicago Pedway system and surrounded by incredible views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago Skyline.
Venue Details
ChainChoice Hotels and Radisson Americas
BrandRadisson Blu (Americas)
Built2011
Renovated2024
Total meeting space30,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms334
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Northstar
Awards
Industry awards
Safehotels Certified
https://safehotels.com/all-our-certified-hotels/
Silver LEED Certified
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Sustainability
This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.
Certifications (1)
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)Sustainability level: Silver
Certification body: U.S. Green Building Council
Expires: 12/31/2099
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Feb 17, 2026 - Feb 24, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 - Mar 7, 2026
Mar 10, 2026 - Mar 11, 2026
Mar 14, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026
Mar 22, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026
Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 29, 2026
May 5, 2026 - May 15, 2026
May 21, 2026 - May 28, 2026
Jun 4, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Jun 29, 2026 - Jul 30, 2026
Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 8, 2026
Aug 12, 2026 - Aug 21, 2026
Seasonal Availability
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High season
May 01 - Jun 30Sep 05 - Nov 20
Shoulder season
Jul 01 - Sep 04
Low season
Jan 01 - Apr 30Nov 21 - Dec 31
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
30,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
12,041 sq. ft.
Space (private)
28,592 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
13
Second largest room
8,374 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
12,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
2,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
7,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
30,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
12,041 sq. ft.
Space (private)
28,592 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
13
Second largest room
8,374 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
12,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
2,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
7,000 sq. ft.
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
900 sq. ft. 30 x 30 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 95 | 25 | 75 | - | 95 | 62 | 23 | - | - | |
12,041 sq. ft. 83.4 x 143.9 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 1250 | - | 910 | 1250 | 1220 | 640 | - | - | - | |
6,277 sq. ft. 83 x 75.4 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 1333 | 81 | 490 | 650 | 640 | 336 | 282 | - | 108 | |
5,791 sq. ft. 83.4 x 69.6 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 400 | 78 | 420 | 573 | 575 | 301 | 121 | - | 102 | |
4,233 sq. ft. 83.4 x 51 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 771 | 75 | 530 | 423 | 425 | 192 | 153 | - | 96 | |
4,222 sq. ft. 83.4 x 51 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 711 | 75 | 280 | 423 | 425 | 192 | 137 | - | 96 | |
3,667 sq. ft. 83.4 x 44 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 444 | 66 | 280 | 365 | 365 | 166 | 102 | - | 78 | |
8,374 sq. ft. 83.4 x 100 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 800 | 226 | 630 | 850 | 846 | 445 | 189 | - | 226 | |
7,885 sq. ft. 83.4 x 95 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | 444 | 121 | 560 | 790 | 790 | 415 | 102 | - | 121 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
334
Single (1 bed)
203
Double (2 beds)
131
Suites
18
Tax rate
17.4%
Total guest rooms
334
Single (1 bed)
203
Double (2 beds)
131
Suites
18
Tax rate
17.4%
Location
Getting Here
From the North:
I-94E towards Chicago, take exit 50B toward East Ohio St, turn right onto N Michigan Ave. Cross Michigan Ave Bridge, turn left onto E Randolph St, stay right onto Upper Randolph Dr, turn left onto N Columbus Dr, hotel is on the right.
From the South:
I-94 N towards Chicago, keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-55 N/Stevenson Expressway/Lake Shore Dr and merge onto I-55 N/Stevenson Expressway, Keep left at the fork, follow signs for US-41 N/Lake Shore Dr N and merge onto US-41 N/S Lake Shore Dr, turn left onto E Monroe St, turn right onto N Michigan Ave, turn right onto E Randolph St, stay right onto Upper Randolph Dr, turn left onto N Columbus Dr, hotel is on the right.
From the West:
I-290E towards Chicago, continue on Congress Parkway, turn left onto S State St, turn right onto E Jackson Blvd, turn left onto S Michigan Ave, turn right onto E Randolph St, stay right onto Upper Randolph Dr, turn left onto N Columbus Dr, hotel is on the right.
Distance from airport
16 mi
Distance from airport 16 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $60.00/day )
Valet parking
( $80.00/day )
Bus parking
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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago - SHORT TERM BONANZA! Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago - SHORT TERM BONANZA!'s sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://www.radissonhotelsamericas.com/en-us/social-responsibility
Does Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago - SHORT TERM BONANZA! have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, RHGA works to reduce, reuse, replace, recycle and share best practices in this area. We work with suppliers to reduce waste and increase recycling. Other key priorities include food waste management and elimination of single-use plastics wherever possible
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago - SHORT TERM BONANZA! and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago - SHORT TERM BONANZA!'s public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.radissonhotelsamericas.com/en-us/social-responsibility/policies-performance
Health and Safety
Were practices at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago - SHORT TERM BONANZA! developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, WHO, National government health department, Pathcon Laboratories, Diversey
Does Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago - SHORT TERM BONANZA! clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, 20 step Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol and 10 steps for M&E. including increased cleaning and disinfection frequencies, with a focus on frequent touch points in all areas.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
100% of meetings and events held at our hotels are 100% carbon neutral. RHGA offset the CO2 emission with its partner First Climate. Radisson Rewards Americas members also have the opportunity to offset their CO2 emissions by redeeming their points.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
responsiblebusiness@radissonhotelsamericas.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, We now offer paper straws.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
No
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, door hanger with information of cleaning / disinfection bag to seal TV remote after disinfection
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://www.radissonhotelsamericas.com/en-us/social-responsibility/policies-performance
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
We strive to promote diversity, equity, & inclusion in our workforce, guests, suppliers, & stakeholders. Our goal is to build a culture that embraces our differences & celebrates each individual’s uniqueness, talents, skills, background, and experiences.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
responsiblebusiness@radissonhotelsamericas.com
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