River Hotel

4 stars
8.4
Very good
based on 7454 reviews
7,454 reviews
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, United States
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
+1 312 777 0990
Sat 12/9
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Sun 13/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Located in Chicago, just a 10-minute walk from Merchandise Mart Railway Station, River Hotel Chicago offers 4-star accommodation and free Wi-Fi. It has a fitness centre, as well as an express check-in and check-out feature, a concierge and laundry facilities.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to guests of the hotel, such as room service, a business centre and meeting facilities. A vending machine, a lift and conference rooms are also available.

Rooms at River Hotel Chicago are comfortable and feature a microwave.

Those staying at the hotel can sit down to a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay close when looking for a bite to eat. Each evening, guests can enjoy a drink in the comfortable lounge bar. A choice of cafés and restaurants are also found in the surrounding area.

River Hotel Chicago is situated amongst the area's popular sightseeing attractions, including Millennium Park, the Art Institute of Chicago and Magnificent Mile, which are within walking distance. Chicago Loop and Chicago Union Station can easily be reached on foot.

8.4
Very good
7454 reviews

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Amenities at River Hotel

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

Services and conveniences

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

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Microwave

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioned
  • Heating

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Things to do

  • Beach access

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of River Hotel

8.4
Very good
7454 verified ratings
Wonderful
3801
Very good
1679
Good
936
Okay
377
Fair
274
Mediocre
121
Poor
267

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Most guests praised the hotel's excellent location, making it convenient for exploring the city and accessing major attractions. The staff received positive remarks for being helpful and friendly. Cleanliness was generally appreciated, though there were occasional complaints about room size and some maintenance issues. Several guests were disappointed with the lack of breakfast options or the value of the breakfast provided. Overall, the location and service were the main highlights for most visitors.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness8 out of 10
Room Size3 out of 10
Breakfast2 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, Sept 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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6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Sept 2016
Pros (+) Chicago is a beautiful city. The River Hotel couldn't have been located any better. Our view was ok nothing great because we were in the 2nd floor. The hotel staff was very nice. And the marble stair case was gorgeous. I liked that they had complimentary bottled water. That's help whenever you walking continuously around the city.
Cons (-) I had issues about several things that may not matter to some people but it bothered me. I asked twice for a sleeping mask and the first night they're were out said they'll get some in the next day. On the next day I asked again and they already have them out.?.? I feel they should have notated I requested one the first day and then have it ready the next. The bed linens leave something to be desi...
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Location

75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue Bridge172 yd
  • Chicago Theater315 yd
  • Millennium Park0.4 mi
  • Magnificent Mile0.5 mi
  • Michigan Avenue0.5 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago0.6 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art0.7 mi
  • River North0.7 mi
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building0.8 mi
  • Willis Tower0.8 mi
  • Grant Park0.9 mi
  • Navy Pier1.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

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

Essential information about River Hotel

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December
July
£153
£198
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 118% rise in price.
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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 £78. The most expensive month is June at £257 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 £84. The most expensive day is Saturday at £215 per night.

How far in advance should you book River Hotel?

To get the best price at River Hotel, book around 1 week in advance. This could save you approximately 3% 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 December 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 Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at River Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £191, while the most expensive was £196.
  • How long should you stay at River Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at River Hotel

  • Where is River Hotel located?

    River Hotel is located at 75 East Wacker Drive in Loop, 0.8 miles 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 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 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 9.3 miles from Chicago Midway.

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

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

0.8 mi
Chicago Midway
9.3 mi

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