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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

#61 of 182 hotels in Chicago

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 851 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Front desk staff was very helpful and courteous. Hospitality was great. Antwonne was awesome very help giving directions
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Restaurant not enough on menu

    Property was very nice, could have a bigger menu for restaurant

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    7.0
    Good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    While the public areas had a luxury feel this feeling was not reflected in the room we stayed in. We felt the room furnishings were functional rather than luxurious. While the room was clean ,comfortable and well maintained the furniture and fittings including the bathroom looked dated.

    Ideally located for exploring Chicago. There were many restaurants and bars within an easy walk of the property. Our room was large and spacious. Reception staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room 706 was just above a ventilation unit which was noisy.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is prefect

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Great location in a fantastic city!
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The scent in the light by is slightly overwhelming. A little lighter would be lovely.

    FANTASTIC location. Friendly staff and comfortable rooms.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Great place. Location is spot on with lots of restaurants and bars. It is also a few mins walk to the architecture tour
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Being a bit picky but the shower could be modernised

    Location, pool, breakfast and comfy room

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Tub - Mobility/Hearing Accessible
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    7.0
    Excelent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room need be renovated

    Location, so close to train station and magnificent mile

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really, breakfast was included but was a la carte in a restaurant separate from the hotel.

    The room was very spacious with a lovely view. The bathroom had everything one needs, and I could relax in a real bath instead of shower! Neighbourhood was lively but quiet enough in the evening to sleep.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food was pricey

    Great location. Very helpful staff. High standards

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    7.0
    Excellent location. Most amenities included. No fridge.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Both during my check-in and check-out times, there was only 1 person working the front desk. It was a long delay both times before it was my turn. There should never be just one person. Also, there is no refrigerator in the rooms, so I couldn't bring dairy leftovers. I did bring some pastries back that were thrown out by housekeeping, although they were inside a paper bag on the counter, and not on the floor by trash. I was very surprised and disappointed that my pastries were thrown out.

    The location is great. It's a block away from the Grand Red Line stop. Walkable to all things downtown Chicago. The facility is clean. My room had bottom to top windows so the views were great!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathtub with curtain, no cabin, no fridge

    Clean room, comfortable bed, nice location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool wasn’t very clean and the outside of the building had some loitering.

    Clean and the room was nice.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent staff. Great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A mini fridge would have been nice.

    Only bought croissants… excellent!!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    Fantastic hotel and will stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with City View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was great! Small hotel where the staff was so nice. Everything was easy and that’s how a hotel stay should be.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    9.0
    My stay was pretty good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The rooftop bar was closed for the season and the street noise was loud.

    Location is perfect. The street noise is a little loud if you are a light sleeper. The beds are comfortable but a little firm. The air conditioner wasn’t working one night but overall a good stay

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    9.0
    Great price, great service!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Off-site parking is really the only negative

    Amazing staff who went out of their way to accommodate even simple requests. The doorman had a little gift bag for my 3yo daughter as we got on the elevator and the front desk staff was so friendly. Breakfast in CBR was delicious and Edgar provided us with a great service experience!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    8.0
    Great staycation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No mini fridge or microwave in the room which turned into a major inconvenience while traveling with a small child. We couldn’t switch our original reservation so had to cancel the booking and reschedule a different way.

    Location, staff, cleanliness

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I don’t like that it’s no valet parking

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    7.0
    I enjoyed the hotel, will probably stay again with new expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t like the dust in the rooms, the ripped headboard, and the restaurant being closed.

    I loved the size of the rooms, the location and how quiet it was.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    7.0
    We enjoyed our stay, but downtown Chicago is too pricey to stick around for very long.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior King Suite with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    The parking situation really sucked. We didn't expect to park off-site and to have to pay $50 for overnight parking. We asked about parking validation, and it seemed that the front-desk worker was trying to sell us some sort of parking pass for the day that was $65. We were confused by that.

    We enjoyed the friendliness of the staff. Facility was very clean.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2024

    9.0
    Top Notch, great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room with Tub - Mobility/Hearing Accessible
    • Stayed 1 night

    Gorgeous Rooms with city views. Beautiful decorated. Also, very clean. The food in the restaurant was amazing - and the staff made breakfast worth going to each day as they were so friendly and welcoming. Did I mention how good the food is?!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2024

    8.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can’t use microwave in room.

    Location

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    8.0
    The room was small, so I had to upgrade to a suite. The parking was a little tricky;
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two Queens
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I think for the price, complimentary breakfast should be included, at least cereal, fruit, and bagels. I wouldn't say I liked the checkout time. It should be between 12 pm-2 pm; usually, when someone stays at a hotel, it's a getaway.

    I liked the size of the suite; the beds were comfortable, the bathroom was big, and it included a jacuzzi.

    Stayed in December 2023

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