RIVER HOTEL | Chicago ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601

“The location is fantastic, with all downtown attractions just a short stroll away, right by the river and the bustling Magnificent Mile.”view full review

River Hotel - A downtown Chicago hotel with river views, custom furnishings, and flexible meeting spaces

Located in Chicago Loop, River Hotel offers custom-designed rooms featuring queen-size beds, ergonomic workstations, and wall-mounted HDTVs with streaming capabilities. This 4-star Chicago hotel provides Keurig brewing systems, premium bedding, and high-speed WiFi throughout. The property includes five meeting spaces with configurable furniture suitable for both casual gatherings and formal board meetings. Positioned on the south bank of the Chicago River, the building, formerly known as Mather Tower, stands as the city's most slender high-rise. River Hotel places guests within walking distance of Cloud Gate, The Chicago Theatre, and the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Pros

Located between State/Lake CTA station and Chicago Riverwalk

Free self-service laundry facilities available

Exercise equipment and yoga kits delivered to rooms at no charge

Room service available through Butler Hospitality and Land & Lake restaurant

Cons

No on-site restaurant

Minimum check-in age of 21 required

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Double Room

2 persons

22 m²

1 King-size bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

2 persons

22 m²

2 Single beds

Standard King Room

2 persons

22 m²

1 King-size bed

Deluxe Queen Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Chicago 1.8 km

Airports

Midway International (MDW) 16.9 km

Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 29.4 km

Train

Millennium Station400 m

Millenium Station500 m

Underground

State/Lake300 m

Lake400 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

What our guests says about facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Complimentary Treats

I absolutely loved the complimentary wine and cheese offered every evening. It was the perfect way to unwind after exploring the city. The selection was good and added a cozy touch to my stay.

Emma Collins. United Kingdom, 2024-03-15Read full review on

Excellent Bathroom

The bathroom was really good with high-quality hair and body products. I especially appreciated the powerful shower and spacious layout, making it a luxurious retreat after a long day.

JasonP92. Canada, 2024-06-22Read full review on

Effortless Check-in

The self check-in feature was a game changer for me. I was able to access my room quickly without any hassle, making the whole process smooth and efficient.

Sarah Thompson. Australia, 2024-09-10Read full review on

Riverwalk Access

I loved the easy access to the Riverwalk. It was perfect for my morning jogs and offered beautiful views along the way. It made staying active during my trip enjoyable.

MikeHike. New Zealand, 2024-12-05Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Grocery shopping service

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601

Map view

75A East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601

City landmarks

Park

Millennium Park

1.3 km

Museum

The Art Institute of Chicago

1.4 km

Landmark

360 Chicago Observation Deck

1.3 km

Harbour

Navy Pier

2.0 km

Art object

Cloud Gate

910 m

Landmark

Skydeck Chicago

1.7 km

Landmark

Willis Tower

1.7 km

Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium

2.4 km

Fountain

Buckingham Fountain

2.2 km

Landmark

The Magnificent Mile

700 m

Museum

The Field Museum

2.5 km

Landmark

The Rookery Building

1.4 km

Park

Grant Park

770 m

Museum

Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago

1.3 km

Park

Maggie Daley Park

1.0 km

Museum

Chicago Children's Museum

1.9 km

Landmark

Chicago Riverwalk

1.6 km

Landmark

Chicago Board of Trade Building

1.1 km

Landmark

Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum

810 m

Landmark

Arts Club of Chicago

810 m

Landmark

Monadnock Building

1.1 km

Landmark

Picasso Statue

740 m

Landmark

Old Colony Building

1.3 km

Landmark

Chicago-style pizza

1.1 km

Nearby

Theatre

The Chicago Theatre

370 m

Museum

Chicago Cultural Center

590 m

400-410 N Michigan Ave

Wrigley Building

440 m

435 N Michigan Ave

Tribune Tower

520 m

300 N State St

Marina City

480 m

Museum

American Writers Museum

240 m

Restaurants

Bridges Lobby Bar at LondonHouse Chicago

410 m

85 East Upper Wacker Drive Second Floor Lobby

Land & Lake Kitchen

30 m

81 E Wacker Dr

Ocean Prime

420 m

87 E Wacker Dr

O'Brien's Riverwalk Cafe

140 m

45 East Riverwalk South NorthEast corner of Wacker and Wabash

The Purple Pig

520 m

500 North Michigan Avenue

Hoyt's Tavern

200 m

71 E Wacker Dr

Emerald Loop

140 m

216 N Wabash Ave

The Bar

350 m

401 N Wabash Ave Trump International Hotel

Fisk & Co

140 m

225 N Wabash Ave

Sweetwater Tavern and Grille

320 m

225 North Michigan Avenue

Giordano's

580 m

130 E Randolph St Prudential Plaza

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

Rose

United States, October 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Chicago, making it super easy to explore nearby attractions. My stay was enjoyable overall, thanks to clean rooms and some really great complimentary snacks. However, the elevator situation was frustrating at times, and one staff member's attitude left a sour note during an otherwise pleasant experience.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are on the smaller side but manage to be clean and comfortable. A standard room comes with a queen bed, desk, and chair, which works fine for a short stay.

Service

7.0

The majority of the staff were friendly and accommodating, though I did have a less-than-great encounter with one receptionist who could have been more helpful.

Location

10.0

With its central location, the hotel made it easy for me to walk to many attractions, including Riverwalk and Millennium Park. Public transport is just a stone's throw away.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed the complimentary wine and cheese offered in the lobby; it was a nice touch that added to the overall atmosphere.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel provides convenient amenities like a water bottle filling station and complimentary snacks on certain days; however, the elevator could definitely use some improvement.