Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

4-star hotel Great 221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
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Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Located in Chicago’s Lakeshore East neighborhood, this luxury hotel is located in the modern Aqua building. Free WiFi access is offered in every room, and Millennium Park can be reached in 5 minutes’ walk. Views of Lake Michigan and surrounding parks are provided in every contemporary room at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago. A flat-screen cable TV and mini-bar are included, along with deluxe bathroom amenities. The hotel offers an indoor and outdoor pool, and an outdoor track. A seasonal outdoor pool with a sundeck and fire pits is provided at Chicago Aqua Radisson Blu. FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar serves American, locally-inspired cuisine for weekday breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Craft cocktails and locally-sourced beers are served at the bar. Shopping and dining on the Magnificent Mile is 5 minutes’ walk away. Museum Campus can be reached in 8 minutes’ drive.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.1 / 5
Great 3063 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We had a wonderful stay for Juneteenth weekend. The room, staff and amenities were great! Can’t wait to come back

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great hotel. Will stay again although I did have to wait an extra 15 mins to have my room cleaned but was compensated with extra time to check out.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Only bad thing.. I got there at 4:00 PM… and I was very tired.. and my room was not ready.. It wasn’t ready until almost 430… I didn’t think that was very nice

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room, view, restaurant, roof top pool and garden area, AND the valet! Excellent! Left my charger in my car? No problem they went and got it for me. I will definitely be coming back. Amazing experience all around. Also delicious caesar salad! 1000/10.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The location was exceptional! It was also very clean. We loved the balcony and the views. The beds weren’t as comfortable as I would have liked and you could hear the noise in the hallways. The indoor pool was small, mostly only for those who want to lap swim.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I had a balcony room so the view was wonderful especially at night look over Downtown the restaurant inside the hotel the food was good plus there was a wedding inside the hotel as well so the lobby was busy staff was friendly and helpful the parking garage was packed but found a few spaces available but overall I will return

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Awesome amenities but the hot tub was kind of gross. The beds/pillows were uncomfortable and the room never completely cooled off especially at night. I told front desk and they sent maintenance to change the air filter but it didn’t help. Don’t touch anything on the mini bar or you’ll be charged because there’s a sensor underneath the items! Nice staff and great location.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The front staff and door help were very nice. The indoor pool area needed some attention. The outdoor pool was nice. The restaurant food was lackluster and not flavorful, but the server was great. Housekeeping didn’t come unless I called. There needs to be more places to hang towels if no one is coming to change them daily. The location was nice. We had a nice patio and would’ve lived some chairs out there.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Property charged extras on card without reasons. Office desk where so rude to me Nothing

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Property was very nice but the balcony area could use some maintenance. Please be aware there is no in room refrigeration just a fee for beverage fridge. Other than that I had no issues with this property! Would book again just wont bring back any leftovers lol

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The property was absolutely gorgeous, so many things to do just at the hotel alone. Starbucks employees were amazing, all staff was great! It was SO ECHO-Y. Anytime a door near us closed it sounded like a bomb went off. It was exceptionally loud during housekeeping hours with them going in and out of doors. I understand they were just doing their job totally not their fault, the doors are just really loud.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great place will come back again !

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The swimming pool

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Our new favorite Chicago hotel !

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Nice clean hotel. Pool was more for training than for fun for kids..

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Excellent gym facilities No welcome drink vouchers for the bar

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Convenient, clean Nothing

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Lovely hotel with a great staff. Very clean and modern.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Good

Frequently asked questions about Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Does Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago offer parking?
Yes, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago have a fitness center?
Yes, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, sauna, pool.
Where is Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago located, and how walkable is the area?
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago is located at 221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60601. With a Walk Score of 92, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

  • Chicago Merchandise Mart 0.8 mi
  • Mccormick Place 2.3 mi
  • Midway Airport 9.7 mi

House rules

Check in4:00 PM
Check out11:00 AM

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