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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

4.5 star property

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers
Property amenity
Point of interest
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Park View (NonSmoking )

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Park View (NonSmoking )

  • 33 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View (NonSmoking )

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Park View (NonSmoking )

  • 37 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (NonSmoking )

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (NonSmoking )

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (NonSmoking )

  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View (Ambassador)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View (Ambassador)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View (Ambassador)

  • 52 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, View

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, View

  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (NonSmoking - Accessible)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (NonSmoking - Accessible)

  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Chicago

With a stay at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, you'll be centrally located in Chicago, just a 5-minute walk from Michigan Avenue and 5 minutes by foot from Millennium Park. .This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Chicago Riverwalk and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Grant Park.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Millennium Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Navy Pier - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Millennium Station - 7 min walk
  • Randolph-Wabash Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swissotel Chicago - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Northman Beer & Cider Garden Riverwalk - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Regency Club at Hyatt Regency Chicago - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪American Craft Kitchen & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Swissôtel Chicago Lobby Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour health club and a rooftop terrace
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago offers 334 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.
An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 334 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Grab a bite to eat at FireLake, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Chicago? This hotel has 27997 square feet (2601 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 13 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
FireLake - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered parking on site (USD 60 per night)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 18 to 75 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • FireLake

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Art gallery
  • Basketball
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 27,997 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 13 to May 17:
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 30.52 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • Internet access
  • Pool access
  • Spa access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 to 75 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 60 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 80 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per day plus USD 100 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 868 out of 1444 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1444 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1444 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1444 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1444 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith, New Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous hotel
The views from the balcony’s were amazing and the rooms were very nice. The whole ambiance of the hotel was top tier and the staff was so nice to us. I’d definitely stay there again. I give it a 10 out of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Indre

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They gave me an additional credit for not recognizing my status initially. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for such an amazing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

R.Adriana

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jolynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second year we have stayed here. We like the convenience of the location, the quality of the room, and the friendliness of the staff. They are very accommodating and our perks as a VIP Member were appreciated. Our room had a view of Millennium Park, The bed was very comfortable and the generous bathroom with a soaker tub and enormous walk in shower was great. This is a full service hotel with a lounge, restaurant, coffee bar and health and fitness amenities. Walking distance to Millennium Park, Magnificent Mile, and The Loop make it a perfect location to experience Chicago. Weekday rates are very good and it is just far enough away from Michigan Ave. to be a quiet retreat from the holiday hustle and bustle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good experience, lovely hotel. However the restaurant staff was a bit rude
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room walls creaked very loudly all night and our lights flickered lien a rave party. This hotel is connected to the fire department so the sirens were very loud.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good deal
A great location, good service and clean room with a view for a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marti

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I have stayed at the Radisson Blu Chicago 3 times now when visiting Chicago, and it is always a lovely place to stay. The staff are fantastic, welcoming and very helpful. The hotel is very modern, kept exceptionally clean and has a lovely bar / restaurant.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I paid for a view of the park but did not get a view of the park. When I spoke to the front desk, they said it’s because I checked in at 930 pm. I told the front desk I responded to the hotels text message a week before my reservation and said my plane lands at 830pm please do not give my room away. He said I could come back tomorrow and they would try to move me. I was very disappointed with that answer. Also, the bathroom was not clean around the edges of the floor and walls, there was something splattered on the walls. I expected better from Radisson Blu Aqua
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean great room Service. Had a corner room with balcony great view. Parking was $56 alil steep but it’s the city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad, CHICAGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kayla

Travelled with group
We were not helped when asked if the tv could be fixed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and we really enjoyed the room we had ,along with the view ! I was not a fan of the parking price $78 a night for 3 nights is pretty high ! Front desk and staff was very very nice and attentive. Restaurant staff was a 3 out of 5 . My wife and I had to leave because no one helped us when we were seated 2 days in a row ! Amenities were ok within hotel stay ! I probably would not stay here again because of parking inconvenience and other taxes and deposits and resort fees that’s required !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024