RENAISSANCE CHICAGO DOWNTOWN HOTEL, Chicago – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel offers rooms with views of the Chicago River or Lake Michigan. Each room includes a 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels and Netflix streaming. Some rooms feature access to the Club Lounge, which provides complimentary breakfast and non-alcoholic drinks. Bathrooms have rainfall showers and heated floors.
Dining On-Site
Raised, an urban rooftop bar, serves creative American cuisine and cocktails with views of the Chicago skyline. Staytion Market & Bar offers grab-and-go items and hot food made to order, open from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm daily. In-room dining is available through A La Carte, with locally sourced dishes delivered to your room.
Leisure & Fitness
The hotel has a heated indoor pool open from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. The fitness center includes Peloton bikes and Technogym equipment. Raised rooftop bar is open for indoor and outdoor dining, with limited seating to comply with city regulations.
Central Chicago Location
The hotel is in the Chicago Loop, steps from the Riverwalk and Chicago Theatre. The L train stop behind the hotel connects to O'Hare and Midway airports. Nearby landmarks include Millennium Park (1.5 km), Willis Tower (1.5 km), and Navy Pier (2.5 km).
Services & Accessibility
Valet parking is available for $80 overnight. The hotel has accessible rooms with roll-in showers, lowered electrical outlets, and TTY/TTD compatibility. Mobile key access allows guests to bypass the front desk. Event spaces total 40,000 square feet, including the Looking Glass Ballroom with Chicago River views.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Canoeing
- Hiking
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel, enjoying the spacious rooms and the incredible views of the river and city from my room each night. However, I found the hotel lacking in additional seating and amenities, with just a bed, dresser, and one chair provided.
The hotel rooms have been beautifully redone a few years ago and offer a good size with a great view of the river. The service was friendly, helpful, and welcoming, with a custom drink mixed for me by the manager. The location is great, with very nice views and close to Dunkin' Donuts and the L. The dining experience, however, was subpar with food arriving in plastic boxes. Overall, the hotel offers a mix of positive and negative aspects.
I had a great time at this hotel! The rooms were comfortable and well-equipped, although the view wasn't the best. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to assist, although some management issues were noticeable. The location was superb, close to attractions and dining options. The dining experience was a bit overpriced, but the food was good. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few minor drawbacks.
The hotel offers amazing views and a prime location, despite rooms feeling small and decor being dated. The staff is accommodating, but some areas could use improvement. Great value overall.
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