Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Parking available
Bar

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221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

Place, Millennium Park
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Michigan Avenue
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Chicago Riverwalk
‪5 min walk‬
Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
‪24 min drive‬

Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.

Expect exceptional service
Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

33 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (NonSmoking - Accessible)

Wonderful

33 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Very good

37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Very good

37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Wonderful

33 sq m
Park view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Excellent

37 sq m
Park view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View (NonSmoking)

Good

33 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View (NonSmoking)

Excellent

37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

About this property

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Luxury hotel with 24-hour health club and 24-hour business centre

This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago offers 334 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation is furnished with desks and desk chairs. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Cots/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.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Features include an indoor pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.

Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
Full breakfast served daily for a fee
Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the indoor and seasonal outdoor pools
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and basketball
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
Just a 5-minute walk from Michigan Avenue and 5 minutes on foot from Millennium Park
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A 24-hour business centre, 13 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 27997 square feet (2601 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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 63 per night)
Covered valet parking on site (USD 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 25 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

In-room 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

Free pool cabanas
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
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
Hardwood flooring in room
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

1 building
18 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 2011
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property

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

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
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 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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 13 October to 17 May:

One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.

Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee: USD 26.00 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Business centre/computer access
Fitness centre access
Health club access
In-room bottled water
Internet access
Pool access
Spa access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 75 per person
Covered self-parking fee: USD 63 per night
Valet parking fee: USD 80 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per day plus a one-off USD 100 cleaning fee
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Tyra

Travelled with group

3 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was great. Wish it had a microwave in the room.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

2 Aug 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

2 Aug 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

charged me $80.00 for valet parking and I don't own a car. Front desk person could not have been more rude. Bugs in my room. 0 out of 10 recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tamyra

Travelled with family and small children

2 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

1 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family

1 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice hotel and location. Fantastic staff.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gilda

Travelled with family

1 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Called 3times to request for a toothbrush and slippers. No slippers but the toothbrush was given too late. No rugs in the bathroom the water when taking a bath even with curtains are flowing outside which is very risk to fall.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Travelled with group

1 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice luxury hotel in a great location to downtown Chicago and in walking distance to Michigan Ave and the riverwalk.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

31 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We gave it 4 stars just because it wasn’t 5 stars. Probably more of a 4.5 stars and I am hoping to stay there again. We loved the downtown noise and you’d better too since there is a fire station next door. The main door guy there during the day is an awesome guy. Pool..Awesome. Hot tub…wasnt hot. It wasn’t perfect but I’d go there again and recommend it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valorie

Business traveller

31 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Rooms and gym was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Holly

31 Jul 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sydney

31 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marie

30 Jul 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner

29 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel and in the most convenient location

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location and decent price

We spent 3 nights at the Radisson Blu Aqua whilst touring Chicago. I chose this hotel for it's location and because of the positive reviews. The price was also comparable to other hotels in the area. Overall our stay was great. The service at was above average I would say. Every staff member at the hotel was friendly and very helpful. We asked for a high floor when registering at the front desk and were placed on the 18th floor, which was the highest floor available to hotel guests. Just to inform you, the remainder of the floors above 18 are reserved for condo owners. So, if you are expecting a VERY high view at this hotel, you will be a bit disappointed. Our view was southward, we could see most things down Michigan avenue, at least things that weren't blocked by other tall buildings. The windows were a bit dirty, which tainted the great views at bit. We did not have a balcony, which might explain the dirty windows, as it would be a challenge to clean windows at this hotel, due to the design of the outside structure. The room itself on the small side, but being a couple that was no problem. The room was clean and the bed comfortable and shower was spacious. The location was somewhat central to the things we wanted to see in Chicago. We walked most everywhere, including Navy Pier and The Field Museum. It is a walk, but very doable. I would stay at this hotel again, we enjoyed our stay even with the minor issues.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DORIE

Travelled with family

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florencia

Travelled with family

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything was good. Would’ve loved it If I would’ve stayed in a corner room, but was not available, and the inside Jacuzzi was out of order.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Yelena, Plainwell

Travelled with family

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I had a terrible experience with one of the staff members at the pool. I took my two children to the pool, while I was there, I went downstairs and purchased 3 drinks for myself and my children for $30. Upon return to the pool, the live music singer announced that “there are refreshments for everyone inside”. Dozens of pool visitors went inside and grabbed drinks alcoholic and not. There was not anyone inside attending alcoholic drinks and it was free for all. However, on the way back to our room, an African American female ( with severe acne scars) told specifically to my children and myself that refreshments were for residents only and made us leave our drinks there. I felt very embarrassed in front of my children! Even if the drinks were for residents only, there should have been a sign, first of all, and alcoholic drinks should never have been left unattended in presence of minor children, period! I saw many children going inside, while no one was there. You’ll be charged $30 resort fee in addition to your room reservation. No refrigerator or microwave in the room. Housekeeping knocked on our door 20 minutes before check out time with do not disturb sign present. Overall, not a good experience. There are better options to stay in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ericka

Travelled with family

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great weekend getaway

The front desk staff were wonderful. Did not catch his name but he was super friendly and knowledgeable. Our room was clean and very comfortable. I was hoping to have a fridge to keep our food cold. Unfortunately there was only a mini bar fridge. The amenities on this property were very nice as well. Overall it was a great stay and we would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremiah

Travelled with family

27 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Aqua is a great place to stay and centrally located to walk wherever you want to go. We stayed there 5 years ago and again this weekend. The hotel shows a lot more wear. It may be time to update the furniture.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Suleivys

Travelled with partner

27 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I like the property, walking distance to everything, I’ve machined not working

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

27 Jul 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Besa, Bellevue

27 Jul 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

27 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I stayed at this property with my family and we all loved it. My kids specifically lobed the game room, pool amd basketball court. I periodically loved the view from our balcony. The staff was all very friendly. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Travelled with partner

27 Jul 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Horrible experience room was dirty wasn’t ready then moved to another were ac unit was broken.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

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About this property

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Awards and affiliations

Property amenities

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Renovations and closures

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Reviews

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago Reviews

Excellent

8.8/10

8.8/10

8.6/10

8.8/10

8.6/10

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tyra

Tyra

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Austin

2/10 Terrible

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