Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

4 stars
221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, United States
Chicago, IL
7.8
Good
based on 2447 reviews
2,447 reviews
Fri 2/1
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Sat 3/1
1 room, 2 guests
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£110
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Nightly total
King room
£110
Queen room
£111
Standard Room
£117
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Overview

A 10-minute walk from Randolph Wabash Railway Station, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago has a convenient setting, making it an ideal base while visiting Chicago. It is a short walk from the Chicago Theater, Millennium Park and the Michigan Avenue Bridge, and showcases views of Lake Michigan.

Guests can soak up the sun on the terrace or enjoy a drink at the bar. Guests can take advantage of the recreational facilities on offer, such as a Jacuzzi, an indoor pool and a sauna.

Including a bath menu, the hotel's rooms offer 4-star accommodation. They all include a mini bar, a spa bath and tea and coffee making facilities.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago provides a range of meal options with on-site restaurants, Downtown Chicago and Filini Restaurant. There is also the added advantage of an in-house restaurant.

The hotel is surrounded by the area's well-known sightseeing attractions, nightlife and shops, and Magnificent Mile is within walking distance. Grant Park and Clark-Lake Railway Station are within walking distance.

7.8
Good rating
Based on 2,447 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

Fri 2/1
Sat 3/1
King room
1 king bed
£110
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£114
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£116
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
£188
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
£262
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£280
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£280
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 king bed
£286
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
£117
nightly with fees
1 king bed
£128
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£195
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
£111
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
£112
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
£117
nightly with fees
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Amenities at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Basketball court
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Game room
  • Pool table

Laundry

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

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

7.8
Good
2447 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
372
Good
282
Okay
147
Fair
165
Mediocre
73
Poor
174

Summary of reviews

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Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and amenities, but many expressed dissatisfaction with cleanliness and service. Issues such as dirty rooms, lack of room service, and unhelpful staff were frequently mentioned, detracting from the overall experience.
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Location10 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Kelvin, Nov 2024
Fantastic gym with indoor lap swimming pool. In Chicago, this is difficult to find!
7.4
Good
Alex, Jul 2019
Pros (+) Location of hotel was perfect for the activities our family was interested in.
Cons (-) Room remained humid and warm for the entirety of our stay. Thermostat read 65° and it was definitely no where near that temperature in the room. We also had to do everything short of beg to have the trash cans emptied and new towels brought to the room.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Feb 2018
Pros (+) The hotel was gorgeous. Room was spacious and clean. Workout facility was very good as was all the staff we encountered.
Cons (-) Noisy neighbors, the fan in the heating system was very loud and there was a intermittent, unidentifiable tapping sound that kept us awake most of the night. I know the hotel has little control over who we get for neighbors and likely would have moved us if we would have called to complain but neither one of us wanted to disturb the other by calling down to the front desk in the middle of the nigh...
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8.0
Very good
Tim, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Beautiful hotel.Clean and very modern.
Cons (-) Parking was awful. Took forever to find and poor signs to tell us when we were there. They would do very well to consider some sort of valet parking. Don't know if I could stay there again, just because of the parking.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Large and full service yet not corporate-looking and bland.
Cons (-) Very slow elevator.
10
Wonderful
Trina, Apr 2016
Pros (+) Location, interior design, amenities

Location

221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue Bridge438 yd
  • Millennium Park0.3 mi
  • Chicago Theater0.4 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago0.5 mi
  • Magnificent Mile0.6 mi
  • Michigan Avenue0.6 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art0.7 mi
  • Grant Park0.8 mi
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building0.8 mi
  • Navy Pier0.9 mi
  • Willis Tower0.9 mi
  • River North1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL, plan to stay on a Monday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • How long should you stay at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

  • Where is Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL located?

    Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL is located at 221 North Columbus Drive in Loop, 0.8 miles from the centre of Chicago. Michigan Avenue Bridge is the closest landmark to Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL.

  • How far is Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL from the airport?

    Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL is 9.4 miles from Chicago Midway.

  • Does Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL have a pool?

    Yes, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL has a pool on-site.

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Distance to airport

7.4
0.8 mi
Chicago Midway
9.4 mi

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