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8.2

Excellent

107 reviews

107 reviews

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9

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Blue Chicago

60 m

Sports Authority

120 m

Sportmart

120 m

Weird Chicago Tours

130 m

Ontourage

190 m

Popular landmarks
The Magnificent Mile

710 m

360 Chicago Observation Deck

1.0 km

Cloud Gate

1.3 km

Millennium Park

1.3 km

Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower

1.5 km

Closest landmarks
Anti-Cruelty Society Parking

170 m

Sound-Bar

260 m

Ohio Public Parking

270 m

Grand Plaza Parking

280 m

Blue Frog Bar & Grill

290 m

Best Western River North Hotel

125 W Ohio Street, River North, Chicago (IL), United States, 60654-7168 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in River North, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Millennium Park. Rated with 3 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant, fitness center and indoor pool on-site.

Highlights

340 meters to public transportation

Check-in [24-hour]

Inside city center

710 meters to The Magnificent Mile

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Announcements by hotel (1)
Due to COVID-19 circumstances, the property is implementing additional measures to protect the safety of guests and staff. Some services and amenities may be limited or unavailable. Please contact the property for more information.
Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Valet parking

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Swimming pool [indoor]

Fitness center

Luggage storage

Golf course [on-site]

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Value for money8.0
Location rating9.0
Nearest airportMidway International Airport (MDW)
Distance to airport14.7 km

Rooms available at Best Western River North Hotel

Very good
Room comfort & quality

8

2 Double Beds Accessible
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 2 double beds
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1 King Bed Accessible
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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Suite 1 King Bed
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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1 King Bed Non-Smoking
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  • Room size: 28 m²/301 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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Accessible King
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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2 Double Beds Non-Smoking
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 2 double beds
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1 King Bed Suite - Non-Smoking
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  • Room size: 51 m²/549 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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Suite 2 Double Beds
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 2 double beds
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King Suite
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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King Bed
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Best Western River North Hotel?

Check-in is from 03:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to Best Western River North Hotel?

Parking is available for a fee of 49 USD per day. You can drive in and park yourself, or use valet service offered at the hotel.

What are my dining options at Best Western River North Hotel?

Meals served include breakfast, dinner and lunch. Dishes are served in a la carte during opening hours. Light meal like soup, coffee or tea, desserts and salad are served using only quality ingredients.

What is the smoking policy at Best Western River North Hotel?

Best Western River North Hotel does not permit smoking in any of its rooms or indoor areas.

What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Best Western River North Hotel?

The closest train, metro, or bus station is Grand/State Subway Station, 330 m away from Best Western River North Hotel.

What restaurants are nearby Best Western River North Hotel?

Best Western River North Hotel’s neighborhood is River North which includes popular restaurants such as Portillo’s, Giordano's and Gino's East.

What popular shopping places are close to Best Western River North Hotel?

Located in the River North area, Best Western River North Hotel is close to great shopping choices like Sportmart, Binny's Beverage Depot and P.O.S.H.

What are popular attractions near Best Western River North Hotel?

Best Western River North Hotel’s location in the River North neighborhood makes it close to famous attractions including Richard H. Driehaus Museum, Holy Name Cathedral and Chicago Fire Departament - Bomberos de Chicago.

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What people love about Best Western River North Hotel

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "Very clean Friendly and helpful staff Excellent location They Upgraded our room for free"

    Naziha

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    September 15, 2021

  • 8.4

    Excellent
    Cleanliness

    "Beautiful and clean rooms."

    Brenda

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    August 28, 2020

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "An easy walk to everything downtown."

    Aaron

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    August 25, 2021

Overall rating:

8.2

Excellent
107 reviews
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
7.5
Location
9.0
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More about Best Western River North Hotel

More about Best Western River North Hotel

Best Western River North Hotel

See the best of Chicago (IL) with a stay at Best Western River North Hotel, which puts you right in the city center amidst the many sights and landmarks. With its convenient location, you can easily access to the city's must-see destinations.
The facilities and services provided by Best Western River North Hotel ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Parking is always available, provided by the hotel for their driving guests. While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include concierge service, express check-in or check-out and luggage storage.
If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's ticket service and tours. In-room conveniences include room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The hotel is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment.
Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at Best Western River North Hotel. The hotel provides linen service and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms have daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV to keep guests entertained. The hotel also provides guests with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker in some rooms.
Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hotel provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in some select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar. Light snacking is available day or night with the hotel's vending machines.
To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at Best Western River North Hotel. The hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. The hotel's on-site pool invites you every day for a cooling dip or a few refreshing laps. For those who hate to miss a workout, a trip to the hotel's fitness facility will keep you fresh and healthy.


Around the property

Take some time to explore Chicago (IL). Learn about the city's art history with a day at The Art Institute of Chicago located 1.5 km away, where you can see collections by famous artists. Pose in front of Cloud Gate located 1.2 km away, and you can always show your friends the time you went to Chicago (IL). Photograph yourself in front of Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower located 1.5 km away, which people travel great distances to see.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.5

Most talked about facilities

Car Park

4 mentions

Swimming Pool

1 mention

Housekeeping

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Arabic
  • Spanish
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Fitness center
  • Golf course [on-site]
  • Swimming pool [indoor]
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Alcohol
  • Bar
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Doorman
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Postal service
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
Access
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Check-in/out [private]
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Valet parking
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Carpeting
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access – wireless
  • Ironing facilities
  • Linens
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking
  • On-demand movies
  • Private bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Safety/security feature
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower
  • Smoke detector
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • Wake-up service
  • Wi-Fi [free]
  • Window

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • American
Restaurants on site
Pizzeria Ora
  • Cuisine: American
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

125 W Ohio Street, River North, Chicago (IL), United States, 60654-7168
Exceptional
Location

9

Airports
  • Midway International Airport (MDW)
    14.7 km
  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    24.5 km
Public transportation
  • Grand/State Subway Station
    340 m
  • Merchandise Mart Railway Station
    420 m
Hospital or clinic
  • The Chicago Dental Studio
    730 m
Shopping
  • Water Tower Place
    920 m
Convenience store
  • 7 Eleven
    370 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    30 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • The Magnificent Mile
    710 m
  • 360 Chicago Observation Deck
    1.0 km
  • Cloud Gate
    1.3 km
  • Millennium Park
    1.3 km
  • Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower
    1.5 km
  • The Art Institute of Chicago
    1.6 km
  • Navy Pier
    2.2 km
  • Shedd Aquarium
    3.1 km
  • Wrigley Field
    6.5 km
  • Museum of Science and Industry
    12.0 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Blue Chicago
    60 m
  • Sports Authority
    120 m
  • Sportmart
    120 m
  • Weird Chicago Tours
    130 m
  • Anti-Cruelty Society Parking
    170 m
  • Ontourage
    190 m
  • Supernatural Chicago Theater
    200 m
  • Excalibur
    220 m
  • Binny's Beverage Depot
    250 m
  • Vision
    250 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-16 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 17 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-out until11:00
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
  • Number of rooms 150
Parking
  • Daily parking fee49 USD

Property announcements

Due to COVID-19 circumstances, the property is implementing additional measures to protect the safety of guests and staff. Some services and amenities may be limited or unavailable. Please contact the property for more information.

Reviews of Best Western River North Hotel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.2
/
10
Cleanliness8.3
Facilities7.5
Location9.0
Room comfort and quality8.0
Service8.3
Value for money8.0
High score for Chicago (IL)
Rating
9+ Exceptional (11)
8-9 Excellent (13)
7-8 Very Good (9)
6-7 Good (8)
<6 Below Expectation (7)
Time of the year
Mar - May (9)
Jun - Aug (13)
Sep - Nov (16)
Dec - Feb (10)

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10.0
Exceptional
Donald from United Kingdom
Couple
Suite King Room
Stayed 4 nights in September 2019

Excellent choice for visiting Chicago ”

The location of this hotel is ideal for a stay in Chicago. The city is easily accessible on foot from here, with plenty of local cafes and restaurants, although the cost and quality of the hotel food is excellent. In addition the hotel facilities are very good with a pool and rooftop seating. The staff are hugely attentive and helpful. We loved it!

Reviewed September 27, 2019

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Thank you Donald for taking the time to review your stay with us and the 10/10 rating! We look forward to seeing you back soon. Safe Travels!

Responded August 18, 2022
Best Western River North Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
Naziha from Lebanon
Family with teens
Room Assigned on Arrival
Stayed 2 nights in September 2021

Exceptional”

Very clean Friendly and helpful staff Excellent location They Upgraded our room for free

Reviewed September 15, 2021

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Thank you Naziha for taking the time to review your stay with us and the 10/10 rating! We look forward to seeing you back soon. Safe Travels!

Responded August 18, 2022
Best Western River North Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
Edgardo from United States
Family with young children
2 Double Beds Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in April 2021

nice place to stay.”

near to food and restaurants. parks and sight seeing places.

Reviewed April 29, 2021

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Thank you Edgardo for taking the time to review your stay with us and the 10/10 rating! We look forward to seeing you back soon. Safe Travels!

Responded August 18, 2022
Best Western River North Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
Aaron from United States
Group
2 Double Beds Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in August 2021

Great location ”

Can’t beat the location. An easy walk to everything downtown.

Reviewed August 25, 2021

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Thank you Aaron for taking the time to review your stay with us and the 10/10 rating! We look forward to seeing you back soon. Safe Travels!

Responded August 18, 2022
Best Western River North Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
Keith from United States
Couple
1 King Bed Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in August 2019

Very chill ”

Elevators are a bit slow

Reviewed August 22, 2019

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Thank you Keith for taking the time to review your stay with us and the 10/10 rating! We look forward to seeing you back soon. Safe Travels!

Responded August 18, 2022
Best Western River North Hotel
8.8
Excellent
Mike
Business traveler
1 King Bed Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

Great Location for River North Area of Downtown Chicago”

Excellent location for North River area of downtown. Rooms and amenities are very good. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Trains and a good variety of restaurants (Lou Malnati's Pizza!) are within a couple of blocks. Will definitely be staying again.

Reviewed May 21, 2019

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8.4
Excellent
Brenda from Philippines
Family with young children
Suite 1 King Bed
Stayed 1 night in August 2020

A nice place to stay”

Nice place. It is near to city center and few minutes drive to Millennium Park. Beautiful and clean rooms. Friendly staff.

Reviewed August 28, 2020

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6.8
Good
Shawn from United States
Solo traveler
2 Double Beds Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in December 2018

Good”

The staff was very nice and friendly. There was a awful smell in my room from the restaurant below. Staff gave me a spray but the smell still gave me a headache. The location was good with great places to eat near by. If you stay here just don’t stay on the back side of the hotel.

Reviewed January 08, 2019

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6.4
Good
Dogyeong from South Korea
Solo traveler
1 King Bed Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

not bad”

시카고 지역을 잘 모르는 상태서 베스트웨스턴이 체인이라 괜찮을 거 같아서 선택했습니다. 보통 아시아지역 호텔만 생각하다가 가보니 좀 많이 달라서 당황했긴 했어요 특히 룸에 슬리퍼와 냉장고가 없어서.. 조금 놀랬어요. 다운타운과는 거리가 멀지는 않습니다. 운동삼아 도보로 돌아다닐 수 있을 정도에요. 그리고 프론트데스크와 객실이 다른 건물입니다...

Reviewed September 24, 2019

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6.0
Lindsay from United States
Couple
1 King Bed Accessible
Stayed 4 nights in February 2019

It's...a hotel. That's about all that can be said.”

This hotel is clearly a bit tired, but it's sufficient if you just need a place to crash and don't mind being woken up in the middle of the night by a group of shrieking teenagers running up and down the halls for two hours. There is a pool on the top floor, which was nice. But the workout room is also on that floor and there was no ventilation, so when I tried to run I got dizzy and nauseous from the heat and the chlorine. So, if you're looking for a deal, it's fine. If you want to feel like you are at all enjoying a "nice" hotel, I'd recommend elsewhere. But it IS right across the street from a McDonald's and a Rainforest Cafe, so that's something.

Reviewed February 13, 2019

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6.4
Good
Jenny from Taiwan
Business traveler
2 Double Beds Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

Only like the location of this hotel”

Non smoking room but smell smoke in the room, giving me headache and nose allergy next morning. Surranding is nosy need ear plugs to get better sleep.

Reviewed May 05, 2019

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2.0
Sheaketa from United States
Family with young children
2 Double Beds Non-Smoking
Stayed 4 nights in April 2021

Customer service ”

Front desk horrible and rude nasty attitude for no reason from the time l check in... I didn’t stay the whole 5 days l check out early never again will l pick Best western

Reviewed April 13, 2021

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9.7
Exceptional
Wendi from Canada
Group
Double
Stayed 1 night in August 2009

best western river north (chicago)”

free parking!!! convenient location to restaurants and bars.
the parking garage seemed a bit disorganized.

overall, this is a great hotel. a huge bonus is that there's free parking if you stay at the hotel. also, the hotel is located within proximity to plenty of great restaurants and bars/pubs. our room was clean with fresh towels and bed linens, and the staff were friendly and helpful. a great stay indeed - would stay there again in the future!

Reviewed September 02, 2009

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10.0
Exceptional
Michael from United Kingdom
Couple
1 King Bed Non-Smoking
Stayed 5 nights in October 2018

Perfect accommodation in an ideal location ”

This was a well located hotel to get around the city whether by foot or train. The in-house breakfast was well varied. The desk staff were all very helpful and the two concierges we dealt with were always extremely well informed and went out of the way to provide advice, recommendations etc. The rooms were well looked after although as a Brit it would be nice to have the option of tea as well as coffee in the rooms.

Reviewed October 10, 2018

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Thank you Michael for taking the time to review your stay with us and the 10/10 rating! We look forward to seeing you back soon. Safe Travels!

Responded August 18, 2022
Best Western River North Hotel
7.6
Very good
cheri from United States
Business traveler
1 King Bed Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in July 2017

Great location”

The North River location is close to everything! The facility is undergoing some renovation, but is totally functional. The daytime desk staff is excellent!

Reviewed July 22, 2017

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8.0
Excellent
Kenneth from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
1 King Bed Accessible
Stayed 1 night in November 2018

Budget friendly hotel in Chicago”

Reasonably priced, 10 min walk from downtown, a clean and comfortable hotel room with free coffee and ice cream. If you expect extravagant lobby and club lounge and great dining experience, this is not your place.

Reviewed November 19, 2018

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9.7
Exceptional
Faisal from United States
Couple
King Room
Stayed 2 nights in December 2013

Just what I need”

Location, free parking and wifi.

Non smoking hotel and no fridge in the room. But overall it was great.

Reviewed January 03, 2014

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10.0
Exceptional
Andrea from United States
Family with young children
2 Double Beds Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in July 2018

Excellent location, lodging”

Staff was very nice. Excellent walkability. Many restaurants within feet. Can walk to about anything else including Navy Pier, museums, zoo if you’re not afraid to put in some miles. Rooms updated, very clean. Nice pool. The kids loved the free push pops and ice cream sandwiches.

Reviewed July 13, 2018

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Thank you Andrea for taking the time to review your stay with us and the 10/10 rating! We look forward to seeing you back soon. Safe Travels!

Responded August 18, 2022
Best Western River North Hotel
8.4
Excellent
Peter from United Kingdom
Couple
1 King Bed Non-Smoking
Stayed 5 nights in October 2018

Sweet Home Chicago ”

This hotel is well situated with good facilities. It is near to most of the main attractions such as Millennium Park, Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile etc. Staff very helpful.

Reviewed October 10, 2018

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5.6
Matthew from Philippines
Group
1 King Bed Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in October 2017

Nice old hotel, excellent location, impolite staff”

The hotel looks rundown on the outside but it had nice interiors when you get in, especially the rooms. Rooms were spacious and well-kept. The hotel is near to everything. Just a few blocks away from Grand station (Red Line), near Hard Rock Cafe, Nordstrom and a couple of good restaurants like Portillos and Rainforest Cafe. It's a couple of blocks away from Lou Malnati's as well. My only beef with this hotel is that I was FORCED to pay a deposit (50usd a day + tax) and the hotel staff just swipe my card. No option for cash payment. Until now, they haven't refunded my deposit even though the front desk assured me. Emailed them a couple of times to no avail. So yeah, they SCREWED me over that deposit. Good bye 150USD. So f*ck you lady receptionist for not returning my money!

Reviewed October 30, 2017

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