The 5 Best Hotels on the River in Chicago

Chicago (The Loop)

Perfect for the modern traveller or business getaway in Downtown Chicago. Two-chamber rooms with all the mod-cons are contemporary and luxurious. With five restaurants on site there is much choice, as well as the spa and fitness centre. Location is perfect for theatre, shopping and food lovers.

• Sights nearby - The Willis Tower or John Hanncock Centre - both offer great views of the city.
• Lively - Bar and entertainment readily avaliable.
• Restaurant

Chicago (Near North Side)

Overlooking the Chicago River and surrounded by downtown Chi-town skyscrapers, this hotel is a glamorous choice for the discerning traveller. Rooms feature a cream canvas, dark polished woods and royal purple throws. Gym, spa, pool. Exclusive private members' club with city views. Restaurant, bar.

• Sights nearby - Located right next to the ostentatious and famous Trump Tower and less than a mile from the Museum of Contemporary Art.
• Spa - The award winning Chuan Spa offers a range of holistic treatments to relax, renew and pamper
• Swimming Pool - 67 foot heated indoor pool
• Views

Chicago (The Loop)

A luxury hotel, in downtown Chicago, on Michigan Avenue. Rooms are modern and spacious with marble showers and floor-to-ceiling windows facing the Chicago River. Enjoy a handcrafted cocktail on the sophisticated rooftop bar and delicious seafood and steaks at the restaurant. A spoiling central stay.

• City Style - With a cool rooftop bar and its location right on Michigan Avenue, the hotel is the perfect Chicago city break spot
• Families - There is a children’s menu for afternoon tea and the hotel is near many kid-friendly tourist attractions
• Great walks - Walk to Millenium Park and explore the sights
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Chicago (The Loop)

Boutique business hotel with lots of soul. Located in a former hat factory, there are fun historical touches throughout. Bedrooms are classic contemporary luxury; highlights include snug window seats, modern art and a cool but cosy grey and blue palette. Great value and the service is excellent.

• Business meetings - Good-value and great location for doing business while in the city; there are also several meeting rooms with great facilities
• Local exploring - The central location means everything is within walking distance; the arts, theatre, architecture, shops and restaurants
• Great walks - Make sure to stretch your legs on Chicago's renowned River Walk, a 1.5-mile path from Lake Michigan to Lake Street
• Sights nearby - As well as shops, Chicago's famous Cultural Centre, Art Institute and the Willis Tower area nearby

Chicago (The Loop)

Bright lights in the big city. Playful and buzzing hotel with spacious rooms and luxury creature comforts. Expect high ceilings, large windows with skyline views and bold flashes of colour all around. Dine at the excellent on-site restaurant. The 27th-floor rooftop bar is a reason to stay in itself.

• City Style - A reminder of how fun city hotels can be. Stay here for a real feel of Chicago's bright lights
• Great walks - It's a very short walk to Grant Park. Visit Millenium Park with its famous Cloud Gate sculpture
• Spa - Spa@TheWit offers a range of treatments and massages
• Views -