River West Travel Guide
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Top hotels in River West
Congress Plaza Hotel
Really interesting place, great price for the location too. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago
Did not have breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The staff were great! The room was pretty clean. The breakfast was amazing and, the kids loved to pool. The only issue we had was the elevator wait times. As that they were busy it made for long elevator wait times.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
This place was perfect!!! Soo so so much space for our family. The bathroom was actually enormous…like TWO separate sinks even and huge soak tub and huge wall in shower!!! The hotel was located in such an amazing area that made it so convenient for us to check out everything downtown Chicago!! Staff ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
River Hotel
Good value
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
More food options
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River West
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Near North Side
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
