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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

505 North State Street, Chicago, IL, USA, 60654
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11/21/2025 - 04/30/2026
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About us

Anchored in one of the most vibrant and central neighborhoods in the city, every element from the hotel’s elegant interior design to its in-the-know staff is cultivated to help you get the best out of your Chicago visit – and offer respite when you need a rest. Unwind in one of our spacious spa suites or guest rooms with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy stunning city and riverside views and generous in-room amenities. With more than 8,000 square feet of flexible function space, The Royal Sonesta River North offers 10 meeting spaces with breakouts and can host up to 230 Guests. Hotel Highlights - Spectacular downtown location in River North - 17th floor heated indoor pool and seasonal outdoor terrace - 261 tastefully appointed guest rooms and suites - 8,000+ square feet of flexible meeting and event space - 24-hour fitness center featuring state-of-the-art equipment - Steps from iconic attractions including Michigan Avenue, Navy Pier and Millennium Park - 30 minutes from Chicago O’Hare International Airport

Venue Details

ChainSonesta
BrandRoyal Sonesta
Built2010
Renovated2016
Total meeting space8,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms261
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
AAA 4 Diamond Award, 2019 USA Today- 4th "Best Hotel Bar", 2019 FORTUNE- 100 Best Companies to Work For, 2019 Trips to Discover- Best Family Friendly Hotels in Chicago US News & World Report 2019- Best Hotels in Chicago, 2019 Ranked #6 by CVENT as Top 25 US Hotels under 10k Sq. Ft. Best Hotel Bar- Nominee, 2019 - USA Today 50 Must-Visit Hotel Bars, 2019 - Imbibe Magazine

Venue Highlights

3D Event Space
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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Dec 5, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Sep 01 - Oct 31May 01 - Jun 30
Shoulder season
Jul 01 - Aug 31Nov 01 - Nov 20Apr 01 - Apr 30
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31Nov 21 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
8,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,400 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
10
Second largest room
1,375 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available
Standing capacity
230
Seating capacity
180
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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Upper Canvas Download PDF
Upper Canvas
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Contemporary I
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Gallery II
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Gallery Ballroom I&II
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Modern Room
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Exhibition Room

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
261
Single (1 bed)
137
Double (2 beds)
81
Suites
43

Location

Getting Here

From the North/Northwest - /O'Hare Airport: Take I-90 (Kennedy Expressway) east or I-94 (Eden's Expressway) southeast into the downtown Chicago area. Exit 50B to merge onto West Ohio Street toward 600 North State Street. Turn right at North State Street. The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North is on the left at 505 North State Street.
Distance from airport 12 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $75.00/day )
Street parking

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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Many new strategies and daily initiatives will be introduced to run our hotels more efficient and earth friendly. We have reduced paper by introducing communication via electronic technology. Energy and water reduction will continue to be a top priority.
Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North 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, our parent company, the RMR group, focuses on reduction of emissions, energy, water, and waste within its portfolio

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North 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 The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
na

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North 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, CDC, ECOLAB INC
Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North 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, Rigorous cleaning protocols and use of hospital grade disinfectants (CDC approved), public areas santized at least every 3 hours. Electrostatic sprayers used in public areas
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