River Hotel

4 stars
8.3
Very good
based on 7653 reviews
7,653 reviews
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, United States
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
+1 312 777 0990
Fri 6/11
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Sat 7/11
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Chicago Hotels River Hotel is an idyllic location for the guest looking to seek out the best hot spots to shop, dine, and drink at the city’s finest restaurants and bars and visit some of the best attractions in Chicago.

With the fastest Wi-Fi in Chicago, free purified water stations on every floor, and sleep better kits provided in rooms, there are comfortable amenities for any guest to get the most out of a stay in Chicago. End each day of exploring the Windy City by relaxing and recharging; whether that's streaming favorite shows, surfing the web, or enjoying a complimentary espresso drink in the guest lounge.

Stunning river views, glistening skyscrapers, and convenience of location to the famous Magnificent Mile; Guests will find all they need in the heart of Downtown Chicago when staying at Chicago Hotels River Hotel.

Rooms available include mobility accessible rooms, classic rooms to fit 1 to 2 guests, one-room suites for 1 to 4 guests including a separate living area, superior room for 1 to 3 guests which includes a refrigerator and microwave, and the deluxe double room for 2 to 4 guests that includes 2 queen size beds and 2 private bathrooms. The extended stay comes with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, and complimentary maid service.

After wandering through the Windy City, guests are sure to come back for some of the best Wi-Fi in Chicago, a super plush and comfortable bed, and all the high-tech entertainment needed to relax and prepare for the next adventure.

8.3
Very good
7653 reviews

Latest deals for River Hotel

Fri 6/11
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Sat 7/11
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C$ 102
•Cheapest rate per night
Compare prices for Classic room, Queen room and 55 more River Hotel deals.
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 102
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 161
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 twin beds
C$ 460
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 131
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Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 183
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 274
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 161
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Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 177
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Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 180
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Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 178
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 197
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Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 229
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 180
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 290
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 321
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
C$ 185
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 195
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King room, 1 king bed
C$ 245
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Superior Room, 1 queen bed
C$ 193
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 221
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 340
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 203
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 222
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 307
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 225
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 231
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 269
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
C$ 892
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 queen bed
C$ 324
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 338
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 344
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 414
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 2 double beds
C$ 345
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 350
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 531
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 king bed
C$ 346
nightly with fees
Superior Room, 1 queen bed
C$ 1,162
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 401
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 queen bed
C$ 401
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,233
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,432
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at River Hotel

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Reviews of River Hotel

8.3
Very good
7653 verified ratings
Wonderful
3905
Very good
1725
Good
951
Okay
383
Fair
281
Mediocre
125
Poor
283

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests overwhelmingly praised the hotel's central location, making it convenient for exploring the city. Many also highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. However, several guests complained about long waits for the elevators, small room sizes, and occasional cleanliness issues. Despite these drawbacks, the location and service stood out as the hotel's main strengths.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size2 out of 10
Elevators1.5 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2026
Great location. Helpful staff. Small and simple room for the price.
6.0
Okay
Jeanelle, Nov 2025
Would be nice to have a fridge in the room.
8.0
Very good
donald, Sep 2018
Pros (+) Location. Nice view. Nice acomodations. Fun place. Good value
Cons (-) Not much i didnt like. Nice view of the Chicago river but would be better if window was cleaner.
6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Location is perfect. Rooms are tiny, with no wasted space and good views. Lobby non-existent, but 2nd floor desk/relax space makes up for that.
Cons (-) They have no lot, no arrangement with a local lot, and only one valet on staff as best I could tell. This guy would disappear for up to 20-30 min, or flat out say it will be 20+ min before I can get your car. All that, for $55 per trip. Don't drive, or plan to find a distant garage if you want to pay less than $50-70 per night parking. Atop the valet-delay, they only had one elevator servicing flo...
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Location

75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue Bridge157 m
  • Chicago Theater288 m
  • Millennium Park0.6 km
  • Magnificent Mile0.8 km
  • Michigan Avenue0.8 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago0.9 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art1.1 km
  • River North1.2 km
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building1.2 km
  • Willis Tower1.3 km
  • Grant Park1.4 km
  • Navy Pier1.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about River Hotel

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
October
C$ 584
C$ 465
Cheapest month to stay with an average 65% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 186% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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Which month has the cheapest rates at River Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at River Hotel is January, with an average nightly rate of C$ 148. The most expensive month is September at C$ 513 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book River Hotel?

The cheapest day to book River Hotel is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 193. The most expensive day is Monday at C$ 1,374 per night.

How far in advance should you book River Hotel?

To get the best price at River Hotel, book around 11 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 6% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at River Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at River Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at River Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at River Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 451, while the most expensive was C$ 1,374.
  • How long should you stay at River Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at River Hotel

  • Where is River Hotel located?

    River Hotel is located at 75 East Wacker Drive in Loop, 1.4 km from the centre of Chicago. Michigan Avenue Bridge is the closest landmark to River Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at River Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at River Hotel.

  • Does River Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, River Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is River Hotel from the airport?

    River Hotel is 15 km from Chicago Midway.

  • How does KAYAK find such great River Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at River 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 River 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 River Hotel.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.3
1.4 km
Chicago Midway
15.0 km

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