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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Langham, Chicago	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
The Peninsula Chicago	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,874 reviews	View
ENVITAE Hotel 4 Bedroom Luxury Apartments	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Park Hyatt Chicago	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in River North

Find the best River North areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about River North

Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

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Magnificent Mile

A dazzling array of boutiques, luxury shops, famous department stores and pleasant cafés, where shopaholics can lose themselves for hours.

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The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

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Lincoln Park

Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

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Lakeview

Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

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Top River North Hotel Reviews

Eurostars Magnificent Mile

8/10 Good

"Staff was amazing"

Freehand Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"The location, staff physical place were all great. The bed was clean and super comfortable. Unfortunately the last roommate I got was super noisy. He came in after midnight and switched on all the lights and once he was in bed—he coughed all night. I thought he was maybe really sick…I sort of wished I had a 95 mask. Luck of the draw. "

Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile

2/10 Terrible

"Our room was directly next to the elevators and it was very noisy all night long. The AC would not go below a certain temperature and it was very warm in the room all night no matter how low the temperature was placed. The room was very small and did not provide a lot of comfort. "

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

10/10 Excellent

"The Godfrey was centrally located to all the places we went. Walking was easy, finding an uber, too. There was a parking garage around the corner that was not expensive. Staff was friendly and helpful. And the rooftop lounge was a go-to to relax and enjoy a cocktail before getting ready to go out. We loved the spacious room and everything was clean and comfortable. We especially loved that we could slightly open the windows for some fresh air. Our view was of the city skyline and it was breathtaking at night. We highly recommend the Godfrey and look forward to returning there next year!"

Frequently asked questions

What is River North like?

River North is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and bar scene. Are you looking for River North travel tips? Make sure that you visit Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in River North?

Based on our traveller data, Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in River North. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Merchandise Mart, and it offers 2 restaurants and an indoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile and Freehand Chicago.

How many hotels are there in River North?

Expedia has 331 hotels and other accommodation options in River North to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Chicago area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in River North, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in River North.

What is there to do around this Chicago neighbourhood?

Poetry Foundation, Museum of Broadcast Communications and Driehaus Museum feature captivating exhibits to peruse while you're exploring River North. Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Navy Pier, Michigan Avenue and United Center. When you're sightseeing in Chicago, Soldier Field and Project Room are also worth a stop.

How can I get around River North and the greater Chicago area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Merchandise Mart Station, Chicago Station (Brown Line) or Grand Station (Red Line).

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Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Swissotel - Chicago

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown

Sports Illustrated Resorts Chicago

The Wade

Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Aloft by Marriott Chicago Mag Mile

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Arlo Chicago

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

The Drake

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

Pendry Chicago

Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago

River Hotel

Staypineapple, An Iconic Hotel, The Loop

The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

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Where to stay in River North

Downtown Chicago

Magnificent Mile

The Loop

Lincoln Park

Lakeview

Top River North Hotel Reviews

Eurostars Magnificent Mile

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