The Best Hotels Closest to Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago for 2026

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A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent Tiffany & Co. store on the ground level.

A rooftop bar with seating and a view of the city skyline at night.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a grand staircase, and large windows offering views of the city.

A modern bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bartender.

1. The Peninsula Chicago

Streeterville, 0.9 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Angela

₩914,828

₩1,087,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A pool area with a view of a cityscape, a lounge with wicker furniture, and a person relaxing in the pool.

A modern hotel room with large windows, white furniture, and a view of tall buildings.

A modern hotel room with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a city view.

2. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

River North, 0.2 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Jorge

₩706,450

₩839,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel lobby with a spiral staircase, seating areas, and large windows offering city views.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, large windows, and a geometric patterned floor.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

3. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Streeterville, 0.7 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Brian

₩432,341

₩514,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, featuring a mix of modern and classic architecture, and several potted plants.

A modern urban street with high-rise buildings, including a prominent 'The Gwent' and 'Nordstrom' sign.

A modern staircase with glass railings and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a green sofa, two round tables, a city view, and a chandelier.

4. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

Streeterville, 0.4 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Jessica

₩795,401

₩986,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A couple dining at a table with a view of a cityscape and a sunset.

A rooftop terrace with a dining table, chairs, and a view of the cityscape, including the Water Tower Place building.

A woman sitting by a window with a city view, holding a cup and saucer.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a TV, and a view of the city and ocean.

5. Park Hyatt Chicago

Streeterville, 1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Catherine

₩927,282

₩1,102,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

The Riu Plaza Chicago Hotel facade with a grand entrance, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A couple dining at a table with a city view, surrounded by chairs and a variety of dishes.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a glass partition.

6. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Streeterville, 0.7 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Sean Robert

₩358,943

₩465,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern building with a colorful facade and a red circular seating area.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a contemporary light fixture, and a clean, minimalist design.

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.

A modern bar area with a checkered floor, wooden ceiling, and various bar equipment.

7. citizenM Chicago Downtown

Theatre District, < 0.1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Isayra

₩310,364

₩368,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a long bar area, red curtains, and a patterned carpet.

A corridor with a checkered floor, rows of blue and white chairs, and string lights.

A modern room with a teal sofa, a Peloton exercise bike, and a city view through large windows.

A large, historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring multiple floors and large windows.

8. Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

The Loop, 1.3 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Hannah

₩335,410

₩398,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A restaurant interior with brick walls, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a visible kitchen area.

A high-rise building with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent glass facade and a series of vertical lines.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a bar counter, and three bar stools.

A modern living room with a brick wall mural, a green sofa, leather chairs, and a wooden coffee table.

9. Arlo Chicago

Theatre District, 0.3 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Miguel

₩328,118

₩432,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lounge area with seating, a coffee table, and a view of the city at night.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a seating area with bar stools, and a counter with a cash register.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel entrance with a neon sign, a covered walkway, and a cityscape view.

10. Moxy Chicago Downtown

River North, 0.8 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Justin

₩325,272

₩386,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a river.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a view of the city.

A modern room with a view of a river and high-rise buildings.

A modern hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a coffee machine, a TV, and a unique wall art piece.

11. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Loop, < 0.1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Sunny

₩464,068

₩592,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A dining area with a table set for four, large windows offering a cityscape view at dusk.

A high-rise hotel room with large windows offering a city view, round tables set for dining, and elegant decor with flowers and candles.

A modern interior with a central fireplace, seating area, and wall-mounted lighting.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a fire pit, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.

12. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

The Loop, < 0.1 km from Chicago Riverwalk

ShaRona

₩371,352

₩484,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with a colorful awning and a glass facade.

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a minibar with coffee cups and a bottle, a safe, and a towel rack with a hanging bag.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large illuminated number '5' on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

13. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

River North, 0.6 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Michelle

₩311,719

₩370,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a flat-screen TV displaying "LOEWS HOTELS".

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the cityscape.

An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

14. Loews Chicago Hotel

Streeterville, 0.5 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Ryan

₩364,576

₩481,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A corridor with ornate black metal railings and a patterned carpet.

A bed with a pillow featuring a pineapple design and the text "Sleep with me." A window reveals a cityscape at night.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bench, a TV, and a cabinet.

A multi-story building with a grid of windows, surrounded by other high-rise buildings.

15. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

Theatre District, 0.6 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Andrea

₩344,246

₩449,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged in a corridor, large windows, and hanging lamps.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent "STREGIS" sign, large glass windows, and a well-lit facade.

A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, overlooking a marina with boats and a Ferris wheel.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a view of the city, and a green accent wall.

16. The St. Regis Chicago

0.6 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Xiomara

₩994,790

₩1,182,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a prominent 'ABT' sign.

A modern lobby with geometric patterned flooring, glass tables with candles, and a visible bar area with shelves.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel with a blue facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

17. Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection

Streeterville, 0.7 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Abey

₩473,000

₩562,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel with a modern glass facade, signage for SpringHill Suites, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern reception desk with a sleek design, large windows offering a view of the cityscape, and a contemporary ceiling with linear wood paneling.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a building through the window.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a bar stocked with bottles.

18. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

River North, 0.4 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Sugar

₩332,049

₩394,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A black luxury car parked in front of a hotel entrance with a glass canopy decorated with festive ornaments.

An indoor swimming pool with a modern design, a reception area with a sign for Waldorf Astoria Chicago, and a seating area with two people.

A bar area with a polished marble floor, bar stools, a counter with bottles, and a decorative lamp.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a booth.

19. Waldorf Astoria Chicago

1.4 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Luis

₩979,204

₩1,164,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A person sitting by a window with a view of a cityscape, including a tall tower.

A group of people on a boat with a city skyline in the background.

A modern bar area with a central bar and multiple stools, surrounded by a high ceiling with a decorative light fixture.

A couple walking through a spacious lobby with marble flooring, large white floral arrangements, and a modern staircase in the background.

20. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Streeterville, 1.3 km from Chicago Riverwalk

Teresa

₩833,510

₩990,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Chicago Riverwalk

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Peninsula Chicago	9.8 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 2,025 reviews	View
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile	9.6 Exceptional 639 reviews	View
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Park Hyatt Chicago	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Chicago Riverwalk Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and clean"

citizenM Chicago Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I love everything! Staff, breakfast, location, clean n"

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in a great location if you want to be near the Riverwalk and other attractions. You can always catch buses or trains to places that may be a little farther to walk. Overall, we had a good time staying here."

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

10/10 Excellent

"This is my new favorite hotel in the city. ❤️"

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Would stay again!"

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service! Everyone was helpful and fry! Great experience and location"

THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was absolutely stunning! Loved the convenience of it being right down town!"

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Heald Square Monument's Statue of Liberty

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Find out about the history of Chicago when you spend time at Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Carbide and Carbon Building

After visiting Carbide and Carbon Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Backporch Stage at House of Blues Chicago

After visiting Backporch Stage at House of Blues Chicago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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London Guarantee Building

Find out about the history of Chicago when you take a trip to London Guarantee Building. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Foundation Room Chicago

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Museum of Broadcast Communications

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Chicago Riverwalk?

Chicago Riverwalk is located in a vibrant area of Chicago known for its beautiful river views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 954 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Chicago Riverwalk?

Adjacent to Chicago Riverwalk, River Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good choices close by include Congress Plaza Hotel and Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Chicago Riverwalk?

Expedia has 954 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Chicago Riverwalk.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Chicago Riverwalk, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Chicago Riverwalk.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Chicago Riverwalk?

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What can I see and do near Chicago Riverwalk?

You'll want to browse the collections at Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, and Fine Arts Building. While you're exploring, swing by Michigan Avenue Bridge, Wrigley Building, and Tribune Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Chicago Theatre, House of Blues Chicago, and James M. Nederlander Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Chicago Riverwalk?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Chicago Riverwalk is a breeze. You can take advantage of metro transit at State Station, Clark-Lake Station, and Lake Station. If you want to see more of the area, jump aboard a train from Millennium Station, Chicago Van Buren Street Station, or Chicago Union Station.

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Our top choices for Chicago Riverwalk hotels

1. The Peninsula Chicago

2. Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

3. Residence Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

4. The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

5. Park Hyatt Chicago

6. Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

7. citizenM Chicago Downtown

8. Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop

9. Arlo Chicago

10. Moxy Chicago Downtown

11. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

12. The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

13. Aloft by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

14. Loews Chicago Hotel

15. Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

16. The St. Regis Chicago

17. Hotel EMC2, Autograph Collection

18. Springhill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/ River North

19. Waldorf Astoria Chicago

20. Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Compare popular hotels close to Chicago Riverwalk

Top Chicago Riverwalk Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Chicago

citizenM Chicago Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Riverwalk

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

THE MIDLAND HOTEL, Chicago, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Other attractions near Chicago Riverwalk

Marina City

Heald Square Monument's Statue of Liberty

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Carbide and Carbon Building

Backporch Stage at House of Blues Chicago

London Guarantee Building

Foundation Room Chicago

Museum of Broadcast Communications

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