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Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
4 stars

Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

1 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, United States
Chicago, IL
See location+1 312 372 7200
From
C$ 225
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 669 reviews
669 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
C$ 225
King room
C$ 253
Standard Room
C$ 265

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The Chicago Downtown Hotel in Chicago is a great place for guests to spend some time. They can find very comfortable and luxurious rooms here. The hotel is completely non-smoking and has a concierge service, room service, beauty shop, gift shop, foreign exchange, car rental, ATM, housekeeping, fitness center, and business center.

Guests of the hotel will find that the rooms are extremely comfortable here. The rooms include air conditioning, alarm clock, coffee and tea maker, climate controls, iron, luxury bedding, in-room safe, flat-screen television with cable and HBO, and a hairdryer. Guests of the hotel can dine at Raised: An Urban Rooftop Bar and Staytion Market and Bar.

Chicago is a city that can keep guests of the hotel occupied for days on end. Guests can check out Chicago Theatre, Goodman Theatre, House of Blues, Merchandise Walk, United Center, Soldier Field, Lincoln Park Zoo and Conservatory, Greektown, Little Italy, Robie House, and Grant Park.

When visiting the Windy City, there is so much for travelers to do. When they find out how great this hotel is, they will be so happy about choosing to stay here. Once they have checked into their rooms, they will see just how cozy and comfortable it can be. The staff here will make them feel extra special too because of their brilliant customer service for each and every guest in the hotel. This is truly where people want to stay to be in the heart of the downtown Chicago area.

Rating
8.6
Very good
Based on 669 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

Wed 14/5
Thu 15/5
Standard Room
2 queen beds
bed type unknown
1 king bed
Executive room
bed type unknown
1 king bed
bed type unknown
Queen room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
King room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Double room
1 king bed
1 king bed
Deluxe room
1 queen bed
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Lockers
  • Storage available
  • River view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Streaming service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Fold-up bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

8.6
Very good
669 verified ratings
Wonderful
426
Very good
91
Good
71
Okay
31
Fair
26
Mediocre
8
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service and room comfort, citing issues like uncomfortable beds and high prices. Some guests also mentioned problems with amenities and communication regarding renovations.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Cons (-) Elevators require key each time to go up stairs
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) ALL staff that we incountered from valet to bellman house keeping and front desk were all very friendly and helpful. Having worked in the hotel industry it was easy to spot a top notch beautiful hotel with an amazing staff.
Cons (-) Toilet was loose or unattached to the bathroom floor but still functioned properly.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2016
Pros (+) Great location, nice room, beautiful bathroom, comfortable beds, steps from the orange line, State St. and Michigan Ave., Theatres, and museums. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go. Great rice view. Libby music was a bit loud, but the younger crow probably would think that was great!
10
Wonderful
nardecchia4, Jul 2015
Pros (+) We stayed here with our two older children (age 16 & 20) over July 4 weekend; an incredibly busy weekend for the city but this was an oasis of luxury. Recently renovated, hotel features a beautiful artistic lobby, excellent coffee/sandwich bar in lobby, lounging areas with couches, restaurant, bar. Rooms are deluxe, very comfortable beds, modern bathrooms, with gorgeous views of the city and nearb...
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Location

1 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Theater140 m
  • Michigan Avenue Bridge0.4 km
  • Millennium Park0.7 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago0.9 km
  • Michigan Avenue1 km
  • Magnificent Mile1 km
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building1 km
  • Willis Tower1.1 km
  • River North1.1 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art1.3 km
  • Grant Park1.3 km
  • Navy Pier2.1 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

Low season

January

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 560

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 808
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 83% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 507, while the most expensive was C$ 507.
  • How long should you stay at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

  • Where is Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel located?

    Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel is located at 1 West Wacker Drive in Loop, 1.2 km from the centre of Chicago. Chicago Theater is the closest landmark to Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel.

  • Does Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel from the airport?

    Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel is 15.3 km from Chicago Midway.

  • Does Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel in Chicago and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to downtown

1.2 km

Nearest Airport

Chicago Midway

Distance to airport

14.7 km