The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown





About us
See Chicago from a whole new perspective. The fully renovated The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown hotel welcomes you to the city’s intersection of work and play, where the Chicago River meets the famed Michigan Avenue. All of downtown Chicago is within easy reach, from Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile to Lincoln Park and the Loop. With more than 16,000 square feet of flexible function space, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers 18 meeting spaces ranging in size from 350 to 4,300 square feet. The Penthouse Ballroom, located on the 39th floor, boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with 360-degree views of Chicago and a stunning 1600 square foot outdoor terrace. Our modern venues can accommodate groups from 10 to 350 people. Book a private meeting room for your C-Suite to strategize or bring the entire team together for coworking or a company-wide conference. Thoughtful amenities and attentive service ensure planning your next event is a breeze.
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Amenities
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
- Health club
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable walls
- Staging area
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Max capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
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2,085 sq. ft. 47.3 x 44.1 sq. ft. | 13 ft. | 180 | 42 | 180 | - | 160 | 108 | 36 | 72 | - | |
4,361 sq. ft. 127.5 x 31.3 sq. ft. | 13.2 ft. | 330 | 105 | 192 | - | 240 | 144 | - | 162 | - | |
701 sq. ft. 52.1 x 13.6 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 40 | - | 40 | - | - | 12 | 12 | 12 | - | |
455 sq. ft. 26.7 x 16.6 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 32 | - | 24 | - | 32 | 24 | - | 18 | 18 | |
457 sq. ft. 26.7 x 16.1 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 32 | 15 | 24 | - | 32 | 24 | 18 | 18 | 18 | |
376 sq. ft. 18.1 x 18.2 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 24 | 15 | 16 | - | 24 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 12 | |
367 sq. ft. 19 x 17.1 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 12 | - | |
386 sq. ft. 20.6 x 20.2 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 24 | 9 | 16 | - | 24 | 12 | - | 15 | 12 | |
361 sq. ft. 20.6 x 18 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 24 | 9 | 16 | - | 24 | 12 | 12 | 15 | 12 |
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Facility Restrictions
Our hotel provides a smoke-free environment. Our largest meeting space can accommodate groups of at least 250 attendees for meet/feed. Larger groups can be accommodated if the meal function can be split between meeting rooms.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 24 hours prior to check-in time to avoid a penalty of one night room and tax.
Additional details
Please note, our garage height measurements are 6‘3“. If your car has cargo storage on top of the hood it cannot exceed 6’3”. Motorcycles are not permitted in the garage. Our valet provider is also unable to provide parking for the following models of cars due to insurance coverage: Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Durango, Dodge Ram and Jeep SRT. Self-parking is available at 60 E. Lake or 111 E. Wacker.
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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
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Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Jennifer Rausch – VP, Head of HR, Email: JRAUSCH@sonesta.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, PAPER STRAWS
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
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Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
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Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Jennifer Rausch – VP, Head of HR, Email: JRAUSCH@sonesta.com
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