Hotel 505 River North

Overview
505 North State St., Chicago, IL 60654 United States
near Exit 51b on I-94 (~1.1mi)
Near Michigan Avenue
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, gym, pool, restaurant, and pet-friendly accommodations.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
24-hour fitness facilities
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Pets allowed
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5.0
24-Aug-2025
"Great!"

Wonderful staff and beautiful hotel!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 23 to Mon Aug 25 2025 at a $262.09 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2010

Floors: 17

Rooms: 261

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 261

Handicap Rooms: 22

Suites: 42

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 10

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Ownership: Service Properties Trust

Nightly Parking: $75

Total Taxes: 17.39%

Total Misc Fees: $30.00 USD

Cancellation: 24 hour cancellation policy.

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property is professionally cleaned
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beach nearby
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 8150
  • Conference space size (meters) - 757
  • Distance from property (ft) - 656
  • Distance from property (km) - 0.2
  • Distance from property (meters) - 161
  • Distance from property (miles) - 0.1
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fitness facilities
  • Food and water bowls
  • Free WiFi
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Meeting rooms
  • No accessible shuttle
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Pets allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Terrace
  • VIP Access
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vending machine
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Wired internet access - surcharge

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CBR adjacent to hotel is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Breakfast, Mon-Fri from 7-11am | Brunch, Sat & Sun from 8am-2pm | Lunch, Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm | Dinner, Tues-Sat from 4-11pm | Happy Hour, Tues-Sat from 4-6pm Breakfast Vouchers are able to be purchased for groups over 10 people that also book rooms in hotel in advance through the sales team

We offer valet parking. The overnight fee for valet parking is $75 per day with 3 in & out privileges.

Wi-Fi is complimentary to all guests!

Property uses a professional cleaning service

Day 1

Breakfast Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe, known for their delicious pancakes and omelettes. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Portillo's - Indulge in classic Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches at Portillo's. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Giordano's - Famous for their deep-dish pizza, Giordano's offers a delicious and filling dinner option. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
Activity Architectural Boat Tour - Explore the stunning architecture of Chicago on a boat tour along the Chicago River. Located 0.1 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Yolk - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Yolk, known for their creative twists on classic breakfast dishes. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
Lunch The Purple Pig - Experience a variety of Mediterranean-inspired dishes at The Purple Pig, a popular and vibrant restaurant. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Another iconic deep-dish pizza spot, Lou Malnati's offers a unique and delicious dining experience. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
Activity Millennium Park - Visit Millennium Park and take a selfie with the famous Cloud Gate sculpture, also known as 'The Bean.' Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Eggy's Diner - Start your day with a classic American breakfast at Eggy's Diner, offering a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Gino's East - Savor a slice of Chicago-style deep-dish pizza at Gino's East, a legendary pizza joint. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
Dinner The Girl & The Goat - Enjoy a unique dining experience at The Girl & The Goat, known for their innovative and flavorful dishes. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
Activity Art Institute of Chicago - Explore one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States, housing a vast collection of artworks. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.

FAQs about Hotel 505 River North

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Hotel 505 River North have?

There are 261 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Hotel 505 River North?

Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Hotel 505 River North?

CBR adjacent to hotel is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Breakfast, Mon-Fri from 7-11am | Brunch, Sat & Sun from 8am-2pm | Lunch, Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm | Dinner, Tues-Sat from 4-11pm | Happy Hour, Tues-Sat from 4-6pm Breakfast Vouchers are able to be purchased for groups over 10 people that also book rooms in hotel in advance through the sales team

What parking is available at Hotel 505 River North?

We offer valet parking. The overnight fee for valet parking is $75 per day with 3 in & out privileges.

How much does internet cost?

Wi-Fi is complimentary to all guests!

Is there a gym at Hotel 505 River North?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Hotel 505 River North?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our indoor heated pool is open daily from 6am until 10pm and is perched on the 17th floor, so you get refreshing downtown Chicago views with your swim. Our pool is perfect for laps at a length of 25 feet, 12 feet in width and a depth of 3.5 feet.

Is Hotel 505 River North pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets are allowed. Fee is $75 per pet, per stay (does not apply to service animals)

Is there shuttle service at Hotel 505 River North?

O'Hare International Airport: Distance- 17 miles about 40 minutes, 50 dollar taxi, $2.25 public transportation. Midway Airport: Distance- 12 miles about 25 minutes, 35 dollar taxi, $2.25 public transportation.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Hotel 505 River North

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Hotel 505 River North.

Feel free to use the Hotel 505 River North meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Chicago event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Gallery Ballroom
33 x 74 x 18 • 2400 sqft.
Banquet
203/203
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
130
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
140
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
50
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
60
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
59
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
15/12
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
200
Theater Layout
Reception
230
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
244
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Gallery ballroom has lots of natural light thanks to the floor to ceiling windows on three sides. It is equipped with state of the art equipment including automated solar shades, blackout shades, and advanced audio system. There is a beautiful view of Chicago from the outdoor terrace connected to the Ballroom. The Ballroom can be divided into three different spaces, Gallery 1, Gallery 2, and Gallery 3.
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:5
Power Outlets:12
Windows:25+
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Contemporary Room
26 x 46 x 9 • 1375 sqft.
Banquet
100/100
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
70
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
50
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
29
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
34
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
29
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
6/5
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
95
Theater Layout
Reception
140
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
120
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Contemporary room has floor to ceiling windows on one entire wall. This room can be divided into two different rooms, Contemporary 1, and Contemporary 2.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:6
Power Outlets:6
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Exhibition
27 x 25 x 9 • 575 sqft.
Banquet
48/48
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
33
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
14
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
16
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
14
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
4/3
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
58
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Like all of our rooms, the Exhibition room has floor to ceiling windows covering one side of the room.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:6
Power Outlets:5
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Gallery Foyer
57 x 21 x 9 • 1150 sqft.
Banquet
40/96
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
30
Crescent Tables Layout
Convention
7/6
Convention Booth Layout
Reception
115
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
115
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Gallery Foyer is a beautiful accompaniment to our Gallery ballroom. It is perfect for receptions, meals, and registration. This foyer is located between the Abstract Boardroom and the 1st entrance to the Gallery Ballroom. The foyer is accessed through the elevator bank and a beautiful staircase from the 6th floor.
Room Type:Foyer
Floor Level:5
Power Outlets:5
Windows:10
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Canvas
24 x 22 x 10 • 537 sqft.
Banquet
40/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Restaurant / Lounge
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Upper Canvas
64 x 18 x 10 • 1150 sqft.
Banquet
80/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
36
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
120
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Restaurant / Lounge
Floor Level:1
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Mosaic Suite
26 x 25 x 9 • 600 sqft.
Banquet
30/30
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
20
Crescent Tables Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Mosaic suite is our Hospitality suite. It is perfect for smaller meetings, and breakouts. This room is great for a small gathering or catering function. It has a built in bar, floor to ceiling windows, and a private bathroom.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:6
Power Outlets:4
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Abstract Boardroom
27 x 10 x 9 • 270 sqft.
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
The Abstract Boardroom is the perfect size for the intimate meeting. It has floor to ceiling windows, and a built in boardroom table.
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:5
Power Outlets:4
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
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