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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

221 North Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
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Non-Smoking
Pool
Parking

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About this property

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago is a 4.5-star hotel located in the heart of Chicago, IL. The property sits just a 5-minute walk from Michigan Avenue and an equally short walk to Millennium Park, placing guests within easy reach of the city's most visited attractions. The hotel features 334 rooms, including 18 suites, making it a substantial full-service resort property.

Each of the 334 air-conditioned rooms includes a minibar and LCD television with satellite service for entertainment. Rooms feature private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Work spaces are equipped with laptop-compatible safes and desks, while phones offer complimentary local calling. Guest comfort ratings for the rooms average 4.4 out of 5.

Dining options at the property include FireLake restaurant, which features a bar and lounge. Room service is available during limited hours. Full breakfasts are served weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for an additional fee.

Recreational amenities include a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The hotel offers wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour and ticket assistance. Additional conveniences include a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, dry cleaning and laundry service, wheelchair accessibility throughout the property, and an art gallery on site. A 24-hour business center and 13 meeting rooms accommodate conferences and events.

The location offers direct access to Chicago's waterfront and cultural destinations. The Chicago Riverwalk is 0.3 miles away, and Grant Park sits 0.5 miles from the property. Midway Airport is 12 miles away (approximately 30 minutes), while O'Hare International Airport is 18 miles away (approximately 45 minutes). Guest reviews average 4.2 out of 5 across 1,423 ratings.

Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Pets are permitted; the property welcomes dogs and cats up to 60 pounds each, with a maximum of two pets per room. Service animals are allowed and exempt from pet fees.

Location & nearby attractions

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.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Michigan Avenue - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Millennium Park - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Aon Center - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Chicago Riverwalk - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Cloud Gate - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Chicago Theatre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Chicago Cultural Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
State Street - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Grant Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Marina City - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Art Institute of Chicago - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
House of Blues Chicago - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Lake Michigan - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Daley Plaza - 1 km / 0.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 20.9 km / 13 mi
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 30 km / 18.6 mi
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 42.4 km / 26.3 mi

The preferred airport for Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 334 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. 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.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

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 served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

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.
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.

Getting here

Midway Airport-12 mi, 30 min O'Hare Airport-18 mi, 45 min
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
The Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel has a large, covered garage with self-parking offered at $54. The Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel also offers valet parking (in and out privileges) for $75. Please note that rates are subject to change.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 27
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 60
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • allowed for cats and dogs.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

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

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 30.52 per accommodation, per night
  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 to 75 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 59 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<

Know before you go

  • The seasonal pool will be open from June to September.
  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).