Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

4 stars
7.9
Good
based on 2611 reviews
2,611 reviews
221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, United States
221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL
+1 312 638 6686
Sat 22/8
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Sun 23/8
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Overview

A 10-minute walk from Randolph Wabash Railway Station, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago has a convenient setting, making it an ideal base while visiting Chicago. It is a short walk from the Chicago Theater, Millennium Park and the Michigan Avenue Bridge, and showcases views of Lake Michigan.

Guests can soak up the sun on the terrace or enjoy a drink at the bar. Guests can take advantage of the recreational facilities on offer, such as a Jacuzzi, an indoor pool and a sauna.

Including a bath menu, the hotel's rooms offer 4-star accommodation. They all include a mini bar, a spa bath and tea and coffee making facilities.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago provides a range of meal options with on-site restaurants, Downtown Chicago and Filini Restaurant. There is also the added advantage of an in-house restaurant.

The hotel is surrounded by the area's well-known sightseeing attractions, nightlife and shops, and Magnificent Mile is within walking distance. Grant Park and Clark-Lake Railway Station are within walking distance.

7.9
Good
2611 reviews

Latest deals for Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

Sat 22/8
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Sun 23/8
King room, bed type unknown
$258
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$318
nightly with fees
Superior room, 2 queen beds
$455
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$281
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$355
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$444
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$281
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$398
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$399
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$336
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$336
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$445
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$621
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King room, bed type unknown
$338
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$361
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
$389
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$384
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$549
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$386
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$587
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$661
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$394
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$450
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$478
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$395
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$550
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$612
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$450
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 queen beds
$455
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$566
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$462
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$551
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$704
nightly with fees
Superior room, 2 queen beds
$753
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$669
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$734
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$831
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Things to do

  • Basketball court
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Game room
  • Pool table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

7.9
Good
2611 verified ratings
Wonderful
1286
Very good
403
Good
290
Okay
172
Fair
177
Mediocre
80
Poor
203

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent central location, making it easy to access city attractions and public transportation. Many reviewers also highlighted the friendly and accommodating staff as a positive aspect of their stay. Cleanliness received mixed feedback, with some guests finding their rooms clean and others reporting issues with dirty rooms or bathrooms. Room size and amenities were mentioned frequently, with some disappointment about room upgrades, missing amenities, and the availability of fridges or microwaves. Overall, while the location and service were standout positives, there were notable concerns about cleanliness and amenities.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
Amenities4 out of 10
Room Size4 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Rami, Dec 2025
We had an incident on first day when we arrived. However, management (Daniel and Gigi) went beyond to make sure that our stay was excellent. Will definitely return back to this facility in the future.
10
Wonderful
Kelvin, Nov 2024
Fantastic gym with indoor lap swimming pool. In Chicago, this is difficult to find!
7.4
Good
Alex, Jul 2019
Pros (+) Location of hotel was perfect for the activities our family was interested in.
Cons (-) Room remained humid and warm for the entirety of our stay. Thermostat read 65° and it was definitely no where near that temperature in the room. We also had to do everything short of beg to have the trash cans emptied and new towels brought to the room.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Feb 2018
Pros (+) The hotel was gorgeous. Room was spacious and clean. Workout facility was very good as was all the staff we encountered.
Cons (-) Noisy neighbors, the fan in the heating system was very loud and there was a intermittent, unidentifiable tapping sound that kept us awake most of the night. I know the hotel has little control over who we get for neighbors and likely would have moved us if we would have called to complain but neither one of us wanted to disturb the other by calling down to the front desk in the middle of the nigh...
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8.0
Very good
Tim, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Beautiful hotel.Clean and very modern.
Cons (-) Parking was awful. Took forever to find and poor signs to tell us when we were there. They would do very well to consider some sort of valet parking. Don't know if I could stay there again, just because of the parking.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Large and full service yet not corporate-looking and bland.
Cons (-) Very slow elevator.

Location

221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue Bridge400 m
  • Millennium Park0.4 km
  • Chicago Theater0.6 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago0.8 km
  • Magnificent Mile1 km
  • Michigan Avenue1 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art1.2 km
  • Grant Park1.2 km
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building1.4 km
  • Navy Pier1.5 km
  • Willis Tower1.5 km
  • River North1.6 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL

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The cheapest month to stay at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL is January, with an average nightly rate of $323. The most expensive month is June at $791 per night.

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The cheapest day to book Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of $629. The most expensive day is Saturday at $921 per night.

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  • Where is Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL located?

    Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL is located at 221 North Columbus Drive in Loop, 1.3 km from the centre of Chicago. Michigan Avenue Bridge is the closest landmark to Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL.

  • How far is Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL from the airport?

    Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL is 15.2 km from Chicago Midway.

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    Yes, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL has a pool on-site.

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Distance to airport

7.5
1.3 km
Chicago Midway
15.2 km

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