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The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.2(3,466)
Hotel

About

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers polished rooms with city or river views, blending comfort and style in the heart of the Loop. Its spacious suites feature thoughtful touches like soaking tubs and dual vanities, ideal for extended stays and business travelers seeking a refined retreat.

With 16,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, the hotel supports gatherings from intimate meetings to larger corporate events. On-site dining at Hoyt's Chicago serves seasonal, locally sourced cuisine, while a fitness center and proximity to Millennium Park and the Chicago Riverwalk keep guests balanced between work and wellness.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with river or city views
  • Client dinners at upscale on-site restaurant
  • Meetings in versatile downtown event spaces

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Location
Central downtown setting near Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile
Situated in the heart of Chicago’s bustling downtown, the hotel offers easy walking access to key business and leisure destinations including Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, and the Loop district.
Event Space
16,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space
Offers a large, renovated event area suitable for a variety of business gatherings and meetings, providing a versatile setting for corporate events in downtown Chicago.
Guest Rooms
Spacious suites with upscale bathroom features
Rooms include upgraded options like State Residences with rainfall showers, body jets, soaking tubs, and dual vanities, enhancing comfort for business travelers and groups.

At a glance

Rated 4.2 on Google · 3,466 reviews