Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

Hotels
Renaissance Hotels & Resorts
9 (508 reviews)
1 West Wacker Drive , Chicago , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional views
Attentive and friendly staff
Cons:
Poor in-room dining experience
Drafty room temperature

Categories

Cleanliness
9
The room was clean and comfortable, aligning with the hotel's standard.
Service
10
Staff were described as genuinely wonderful, kind, attentive, and professional.
Location
9.5
The hotel has an exceptional location near restaurants and the Chicago Theatre.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were comfortable but faced issues with temperature control.
Amenities
9
Amenities were decent, though in-room dining did not meet expectations.
Value for Money
9
Prices were high for some offerings, especially food quality.
Food and Beverage
7.5
In-room dining experience was disappointing with poor food quality.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall, a wonderful stay overshadowed by dining issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:15

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Stunning Views

Step into the world of sophistication and elegance at our boutique hotel in Chicago’s Theater District. Indulge in the contemporary décor and modern amenities of our rooms, each offering breathtaking views of the Chicago River or skyline.

Rooftop Bar and Relaxation Oasis

Sip on cocktails and savor delectable cuisine at our rooftop bar while marveling at the iconic architecture of the city. Unwind and rejuvenate at our indoor pool and Rejuvenation Center, offering soothing spa services.

Prime Location and Accessibility

Located directly across from the Chicago River, our hotel provides easy access to must-visit attractions like Millennium Park, Michigan Avenue, and Navy Pier. Experience the best of Chicago right at your doorstep.

Book your stay at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel for a truly unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Charges are applicable for additional guests. Please contact the hotel for details.

Destination fee includes a daily food and beverage credit, enhanced internet and Garrett's signature popcorn.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: MDW

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 84 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 508 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
8
816sheshk Family
6
One Fish can spoil the Pond
Pros:

Disappointing Experience, this is the second time i am staying at this property, my last experience was fantastic, but this is the last time …here, wont come back.

This primarily is due to an disappointing experience i had at the reception on 2 occasions with the same person, first was at time of check-in and then subsequently when i wanted to check if can get a late check out, on both the occasions the tone was rude and full of indifference … this is not how a person who is part of the service industry behaves or conducts ….the lady particularly was a BIG DISAPPOINTMENT .. she needs to be put through training session again…in fact suggest please get her to under go a session & work under a front office BOSS from MARRIOTT in India…

2026-04-19 via Tripadvisor
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Felecia couple us
10
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Javier extended_group es
9
Pros:

Ubicación excelente. Camas muy comodas. Desayuno miy bueno aconsejdo por Felipe. En general todo el personal de servicio es muy amable.

Cons:

La piscina un poco anticuada y por desgracia habia bastantes crios gritando.

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
H
Hyun Joo extended_group kr
8
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
D
Dan couple us
10
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
H
Hersheka couple us
10
It was exactly what I expect from a hotel
Pros:

It was spacious, clean and modern

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
M
Michel extended_group ch
9
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple us
10
Great place great people
Pros:

The location the staff was amazing valet was great

Cons:

Had no issues

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
K
Krisleen couple us
10
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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G4530NVdebras Couples
10
Pleasant, clean, great location
Pros:

I had an excellent stay at the Chicago renaissance hotel. Friendly pleasant staff. Very helpful. Specifically Sherry helped us when something wasn’t working at breakfast and made sure we had what we needed and wanted. She went out of her way and very nice.

2026-03-14 via Tripadvisor
J
jgaltravel Business
8
Great staff
Pros:

Positives:
- Sam at the front desk went above and beyond and is wonderful. All other staff are friendly as well (i.e., gym, doorman)
- Great location
- Nice indoor pool and plenty of exercise machines
Negatives
- Hotel is dated- especially bathtub- had rust, knob was finicky and loose, shower curtain and pink residue from a previous guest

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor
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Jennifer solo_traveller us
8
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
R
Rguiao Friends getaway
10
Incredible Boys' Trip for D-Rose: Perfect Location, Stunning Views & Amazing Staff!
Pros:

Great Weekend for the D-Rose retirement game!
Recently stayed here on a boys' trip with my son and a friend to catch the Derrick Rose retirement game. I have to give a huge shout-out to the team here—specifically Kyra, Emily, and Mylaan. My friend's son had never been to Chicago before, and they really went out of their way to make his first experience special with some awesome recommendations. They were super accommodating and thoughtful the whole time.
The location is unbeatable. If the weather hadn't been record-breaking cold that weekend, we would have walked everywhere since the hotel is right in the middle of everything. Even with the chill, the city views from our room were incredible.
Kudos again to the staff for making it such a memorable weekend for us. We’ll definitely be back!

2026-02-16 via Tripadvisor
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R3809RJerinj Solo travel Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
10
TJ at the front desk provided exceptional customer service!
Pros:

TJ at the front desk provided exceptional customer service! He made the check in process a breeze and made sure I had a great view of the river! He did everything in his power to ensure I had a great stay. The complimentary cocktail vouchers he gave me were greatly appreciated! Thank you TJ!

2026-02-15 via Tripadvisor
A
Aryan Sai extended_group us
6
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
S
Shimeka solo_traveller us
10
Has a great time and experience here
Pros:

Very nice, clean, and great location. The staff members were great

Cons:

No complaints

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
M
Mary solo_traveller us
8
This is a great hotel with close access to a lot of what Chicago has to offer.
Pros:

The staff were so helpful and courteous during check-in and with any questions I had.

Cons:

I feel that WI-FI should just be included at the hotel. They did deduct the charge, but it feels this should be part of your stay instead of being charged.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
L
Larry couple us
10
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
D
dil345 Family Georgetown, Texas
10
Outstanding stay
Pros:

We chose this hotel for its location. Everything was great-check in process, room size, shower pressure, lounge and its staff, and any requests made ahead of time were already in place when we got there. The only issue was we only had one night to enjoy this property! Also not there long enough to get the destination charge used and credited.

2026-01-08 via Tripadvisor
R
Ronald couple us
10
2026-01-06 via Nuitee