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Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with bars/lounges and 24-hour fitness centre

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Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, located in the city center, offers a lively retreat with a coffee shop, garden, and the Artist Studio restaurant. Guests enjoy practical laundry facilities, WiFi in common areas, and staff who consistently go above and beyond.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$401
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Club Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Millennium Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Clark-Lake Station - 4 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverwalk Wine Garden by City Winery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chicago Brewhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪State and Lake Chicago Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Tapp - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

Upscale hotel near Michigan Avenue
A short walk from Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park, Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and 2 bars. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Artist Studio, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a conference centre, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, 22 meeting rooms and multilingual staff
  • A ballroom, a lift and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 560 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 27-inch TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, fridges and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 14.95 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 88 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 25 for adults and USD 5 to 25 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Artist Studio
  • Raised Urban Rooftop Bar
  • Staytion Market & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 22 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (10,640 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • On the riverwalk
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 27 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1991
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 for adults and USD 5 to 25 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 14.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 88 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 60601, 60601, Hotel License

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel on 26 Nov 2025 start from NZ$348.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 88 per day.

What time is check-in at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is steps away from State Street and Chicago Theatre. Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk are also within 10 minutes. Clark-Lake Station is only a 4-minute walk and State Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 725 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syeda Kanza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my kids loved our stay at the hotel. The staff was so nice and kids loved the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Nice location; everything else was average
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Amenities
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was close to a lot of places so I was able to walk almost everywhere. The room was clean and spacious and it was cleaned everyday.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with a view of the tiver.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Myriam

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bar and accessibility to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to riverwalk and subway stations
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Grazia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was updated and in a great central location in downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful, convenient and the staff are amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamesi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive. Enjoyed the rooftop bar after our event that day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must stay at the Renaissance in Chicago was very good. It was walking distance to everything and the people at the front desk was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about the property! The staff amazing, the rooms were clean, it’s so close to a lot of restaurants and attractions. My only complaint would be the valet staff they're not so friendly and very unorganized.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was amazing. I will stay at this location again, preferably in the summer though it was kind of chilly but everything about the hotel I love
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's was one of the nice hotel I have ever stay in and everyone was so friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Great customer service. Only negative: Food and beverage VERY overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please add guest parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Juergen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience! 100% recommendation
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yegisabet

Liked: Amenities
The hotel is located in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, great view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a perfect location to shop on State Street or Michigan Ave.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025