Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

$$$$||View on mapChicago, United States1 West Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601|
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Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
1 West Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601·View on map
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Overall Score
Great · 274 reviews
8.5Great
Location9.6
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Families34%
Couples26%
Business22%
Groups12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great · 274 reviews
8.5Great
Location9.6
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Families34%
Couples26%
Business22%
Groups12%

4-star Downtown Chicago hotel with rooftop bar and riverfront views

Rooftop Bar & Dining

The Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel offers a rooftop bar called Raised, serving creative cocktails and panoramic views of the Chicago skyline. Lobby-level dining includes the Artist Studio coffee bar and a restaurant featuring culinary experiences that reflect authentic Chicago flavors. In-room dining offers a modern twist on room service, and a separate snack bar provides grab-and-go options.

Rooms & Views

Each guest room at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel includes a private bathroom with marble and wood furnishings, along with a view of the Chicago River or skyline. The lobby hosts a VIP Club Lounge with dedicated check-in, as well as a coffee bar and an Artist Studio. Rooms feature contemporary decor, and a cable TV is provided in every room.

Amenities & Recreation

The hotel's heated indoor pool is open year-round and flooded with natural light, offering a space for guests to swim regardless of weather. A state-of-the-art fitness center with well-maintained equipment and fitness/spa locker rooms is available for guest use. Walking tours and live music performances are offered on-site, and the hotel provides accessibility features such as raised toilets and grab rails.

Business & Meetings

The Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel offers over 3700 m² of meeting space, along with a business center and meeting/banquet facilities. Guests receive complimentary welcome gifts upon arrival, and the hotel provides efficient check-in and check-out processes for convenience. Concierge service, an ATM on site, and 24-hour security with CCTV are available to support business travelers.

Location & Nearby Attractions

This Renaissance hotel sits directly across from the Chicago River in the Theater District, with the Riverwalk just steps away. Millennium Park is less than 2 km away, and Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are both a 10-minute walk. Public transportation stop is steps from the hotel entrance, and the Chicago Theatre is adjacent.

  • Rooftop: Raised bar with creative cocktails and city views
  • Dining: On-site restaurants serving Chicago flavors
  • Rooms: River or skyline views with marble bathrooms
  • Wellness: Heated indoor pool with natural light
  • Business: 3700 m² meeting space
  • Location: Directly across from the Chicago River and Theater District
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site at USD 88 per day.
High-speed internet access is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 34.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Chinese, Polish, Latvian, Serbian, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Number of floors:27
Number of rooms:567
Former name
Renaissance Chicago Hotel
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Rooms and availability

Club Queen Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds2 King Size Beds
Club Level King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
One-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking

USD 88 per day

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • 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
  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • City view
  • River view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 103 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.5 km
✈️ Distance to airport 16.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Midway International, MDW

Location

1 West Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
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1 West Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
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1 West Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Theatre
The Chicago Theatre
250 m
Museum
Chicago Cultural Center
600 m
300 N State St
Marina City
480 m
Museum
American Writers Museum
310 m
376 N Michigan Ave
Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum
590 m
50 W Washington St Richard J. Daley Plaza Civic Center
Picasso Statue
470 m
Restaurant
Raised An Urban Rooftop Bar
10 m
Restaurant
Great Street Restaurant
40 m
Restaurant
Dick's Last Resort
1.7 km
Restaurant
State and Lake Chicago Tavern
150 m
Restaurant
ROOF on theWit
200 m
Restaurant
Cyrano's
1.7 km
Restaurant
City Winery Chicago at the Riverwalk
310 m
Restaurant
Chicago Brewhouse
330 m
Restaurant
Fisk & Co
340 m

Reviews of Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

8.5 /10
Great
273 reviews
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FAQ about Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

What popular attractions are closest to Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?
Guests of Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel can visit American Writers Museum (within arm's reach of the accommodation), or Macy's on State Street placed 6 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel?
Midway International airport lies within 20 km of Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel and is reachable with a 19-minute drive.
Does this contemporary hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of this contemporary hotel can take advantage of a private parking garage on site.
What dining options are available in the contemporary 4-star Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?
Guests are welcome to enjoy dishes of African cuisine served in the à la carte restaurant Raised located at the contemporary 4-star Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?
For an evening meal near the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, guests can go to Paris Club Bistro & Bar restaurant placed a 5-minute walk from the property or Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse River North restaurant located 550 meters away).
Does this contemporary hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of this contemporary hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel?
Guests of the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel can check in from 16:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are available in the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel?
At the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by this contemporary hotel?
This contemporary hotel provides such room types as Suite, King Room, and Deluxe Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel?
Most rooms of the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel include a trouser press and climate control as well as a mini-bar, tea and coffee-making facilities and an individual safe provided for guests' security.
Does the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel there are wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms available for guests with special needs.
Which facilities does the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel provide?
Top locations of the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel hotel include baggage storage and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
What are the spa options at the contemporary 4-star Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel?
Pampering amenities in the contemporary 4-star Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel include a treatment room and an indoor pool.
Is swimming pool available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel features a heated swimming pool.
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