Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Illinois · United States

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Next 365 nights · updated daily

Lowest
$160
Mon, Nov 23
Highest
$1,357
Sat, Aug 1
Median
$272
across 365 nights
Cheapest week
$167
Jan 8 – 14

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4.2
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Character and identity

Set in Jeanne Gang's rippling, much-photographed Aqua tower on the edge of Millennium Park, this 334-room highrise pairs a striking architectural envelope with sleek, design-literate interiors. The lobby reads as a public room of sorts, anchored by a 50-foot fireplace and a curated art collection (there's a self-guided tour via the hotel app). Rooms come in two palettes, pale neutrals with light wood or deeper marine tones with darker finishes, and frame views over the park or Navy Pier. Facilities include a full health club, indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, a spa, and a bar and grill.

Who's it for

Best for:
Design-minded urban travellers who want to be steps from Millennium Park, the lakefront and the Loop, and who appreciate contemporary architecture as part of the stay. Couples and solo visitors after a stylish city base with proper fitness and pool facilities will feel well matched here.

Should look elsewhere:
Travellers wanting a classic luxury register with white-glove service cues, or a destination dining and bar scene on property, will find this leans more design hotel than grand hotel. Families needing sprawling suites or a dedicated kids' programme should look at other Chicago options.

Bottom line

The draw here is architecture and location working in tandem: a Jeanne Gang landmark on the doorstep of Millennium Park, with interiors and views that live up to the address. Book a park-facing room for the full effect, prioritise the higher floors, and take twenty minutes for the lobby art tour before heading out into the city.

Location

221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601

What this place offers

  • Wi-Fi
  • Public internet workstation
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Table service
  • Room service
  • Breakfast
  • Smoke-free property
  • Credit cards
  • Game room

Useful info

Address
221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
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Website
choicehotels.com
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Phone
+131 263 866 86
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