River North is one of the most popular areas in the city, so it’s no surprise that many out-of-towners choose to stay there.
Because there are so many hotels in Chicago, it’s pretty hard to know which ones you should consider for your stay. That’s where we come in. Here are the best hotels in River North:
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Hotel
540 North Michigan Ave.
Located just West of Michigan Avenue, this one barely sneaks into the River North area. That doesn’t mean it shouldn’t belong on the list though! This hotel is the epitome of luxury and convenience. Located East of the other hotels in the area, it’s right in the midst of the Magnificent Mile, smack dab in the middle of the city’s shopping epicenter. As if that wasn’t enough, it’s within walking distance of Navy Pier, Millennium Park, and the Theatre and Museum Districts.
Features
- 90,000 Feet of Event Space
- Award Winning Chefs from Harvest
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Meeting Event Space
- Great Location in Magnificent Mile
- Spectacular Views of Downtown
Omni Chicago Hotel
676 North Michigan Ave.
After recently undergoing an $11 million transformation, the Omni Chicago Hotel has upgraded all of its public spaces, guest suites, and specialty suites. It’s also home to the outstanding restaurant, 676, which features modern Midwest American cuisine. Last but not least is Windy City Massage, which offers in-room services and all types of relaxing spa treatments. The Omni is also the perfect place to host weddings or events, and it’s within three miles of McCormick Place for the get togethers that are too big for the hotel to handle.
Features
- 24 Hour Business Center
- 347 All-Suite Guest Rooms
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Two Outdoor Sundecks
- Windy City Massage
- Rooftop Garden
Hotel Cass, Holiday Inn Express Chicago – Magnificent Mile
640 N Wabash Ave.
This place is in a great location. The Holiday Inn Express Chicago is just a three-block walk from the Magnificent Mile, and about 1 mile from Navy Pier. Nearby shopping includes Water Tower Place and the Shops at North Bridge. Kids under 19 stay free with an adult, which is a huge plus. There’s a free continental breakfast offered every morning to go along with the fitness and business centers.
Features
- Historic, completely renovated Chicago hotel
- Free Wifi
- Complimentary Continental Breakfast
- Nearby the Magnificent Mile and many other tourist attractions
- Flat screen TVs with premium cable in each room
- Fitness Center
- Business Center
The James Chicago
55 E Ontario St.
The James Hotel is one of the most attractive & aesthetically pleasing hotels in Chicago. It’s located along the Magnificent Mile, right in the heart of the city’s shopping district, and it features artwork from both local and international artists on the walls of your room. Simply put, The James is the embodiment of the luxury hotel – with 24-hour services available, impressive pampering, and more complimentary items than you’d expect.
Features
- 24-hour room service provided by David Burke’s Primehouse, one of the premier restaurants in the area
- 24-hour fitness center and personal training services available
- Laundry & dry cleaning
- 2pm check-in and check-out
- Pets welcome
- HD Smart TVs in guest rooms and meeting spaces
Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
350 W Mart Center Dr
Two Holiday Inns in the same list? What gives? Trust me, they’re both very different, and they make the list for different reasons.
Located atop the Chicago Sun-Times building, the Holiday Inn Chicago – Mart Plaza River North is positioned perfectly near River North and the Merchandise Mart. The hotel is also located right by the Chicago River, so if you’re planning on checking out the Riverwalk, this is a prime location. Many of the rooms provide views of the Chicago skyline. This Holiday Inn also boasts an indoor pool, restaurant, fitness center, and business center for their guests. They also have a unique grab n’ go concept, Merchant’s Market.
Features
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Fitness Center
- Business Center
- Restaurant and Lounge
- Banquet Facilities
- Nearby Parking Garage
- Dry Cleaning
- Concierge Desk
- Event Catering
- Free WiFi
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/River North
410 North Dearborn St.
Last but not least, the Residence Inn. Located just North of the Loop, this hotel is surrounded by art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, and bars. The kicker here? Rooms are 50% larger than the average hotel in the area, so if you’re someone who likes to spread out and take advantage of all the space around you, this is the place for you. And not only are the rooms huge, but they’re also freshly renovated. The Residence Inn has a free grocery shopping service and even a local restaurant dinner delivery too.
Features
- 50% larger rooms than the average hotel
- Free WiFi
- Free breakfast buffet
- Grocery shopping service
- Fitness center with views overlooking the city
- Pet friendly
- Meeting rooms
- Local restaurant dinner delivery