Stay at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago—Steps from Millennium Park with Breakfast or Valet Parking for Select Options

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago
4.5
4.5
Mariah
52 days ago
Great

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Center- Fitness
Pool - Outdoor
Pool - Indoor
Restaurant
Internet - Wi-Fi - Free

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel is an ideal base for travelers visiting the Chi-town, amply supported by world-class amenities. Select options include breakfast or valet parking.

What You Get

  • Stay in a Room with one king bed (with or without balcony) or two queens bed (with or without balcony)
  • Select options include breakfast for two
    • Breakfast per person includes American Breakfast (Two eggs, choice of bacon or sausage, potatoes, choice of toast) plus juice and coffee or tea.
  • Select options include valet parking

$26 Daily Resort Fee Includes:

  • WIFI access
  • Access to Gym & Basketball Court
  • Access to indoor and outdoor pool area

Hotel at a Glance: Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago

Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel offers a prime location for both business and leisure travelers. Situated near iconic landmarks like Millennium Park and Navy Pier, guests have easy access to the city's top attractions and entertainment venues. The hotel itself boasts modern and stylish accommodations with breathtaking views of the city skyline or Lake Michigan. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, multiple dining options showcasing diverse culinary experiences, and flexible event spaces for meetings and special occasions. With its convenient location and upscale amenities, the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel promises an unforgettable stay in the vibrant city of Chicago.

  • Where You'll Stay: Guest Rooms come with complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a stunning city view.
  • The hotel offers an indoor and outdoor pool and an outdoor track.
  • Nearby attractions: The hotel is nestled near some attractions — Go on a shopping spree along the Magnificent Mile or take a boat tour on the Chicago River. Ride the iconic Ferris wheel at Navy Pier or admire the views from the Willis Tower Skydeck.

Chicago's South Loop: Historic Downtown Neighborhood near World-Class Museums and Lake Michigan

A cultural renaissance in recent years has seen Chicago's South Loop turn into one of the city's most vibrant residential and industrial centers. The downtown neighborhood is bordered on the north by Printer's Row, a two-block stretch along Dearborn Street once known as the printing capital of the Midwest. Here you'll find some of the buildings that made Chicago one of the world's leaders in architecture in the 1880s and '90s—a title it's held ever since.

To the east lie Lake Michigan and the Museum Campus, a 57-acre lakefront park home to the city's trio of natural sciences museums. The Field Museum houses more than 21 million artifacts, including its most famous resident, Sue, the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex fossil ever unearthed. Bullfrogs, beluga whales, and moon jellies dwell at Shedd Aquarium, and stargazers will want to make a stop at Adler Planetarium. You don't have to limit yourself to the Loop during your trip; check out our guide to Chicago public transportation for tips on navigating it like a local.

Room Details

King Room - with or without balcony

  • One King Bed
  • Standard occupancy: 2
  • Maximum occupancy: 2
  • Adding occupants above standard: $30 per night for each additional guest.

Double-Queen Room - with or without balcony

  • Two Queen Beds
  • Standard occupancy: 2
  • Maximum occupancy:4
  • Adding occupants above standard: $30 per night for each additional guest.

Hotel Policies

  • Check-in: 3 pm
  • Check out: 12 pm
  • $26 daily resort fee includes:
    • WIFI access
    • Access to Gym & Basketball Court
    • Access to indoor and outdoor pool area
  • Parking: Valet Parking at $80 and Self Parking at $63.
  • Smoking policy: No smoking inside the property.
  • Pet policy: Yes, $75 non-refundable pet fee per stay (dogs only - limit 2).
  • Accessibility: Please contact the property for handicap accessibility requests or options.
  • Room upgrades: Upgrades may be available during booking or at check-in for an additional cost.

Amenities

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi (included in the Resort Fee)
  • Access to Gym (included in the Resort Fee)
  • Basketball Court
  • Parking Policy: Valet Parking at $80 and Self Parking at $63.

Traveler's Tips

  • Room Tip: Views vary by room—lake, park, or city skyline. Some rooms have mood lighting and open layouts for a modern feel; guests looking for brighter or more task-friendly light may wish to inquire at check-in.
  • Check-In Note: A refundable $150 per night hold is placed on your card for incidentals—a common practice for upscale hotels in Chicago.

Getting There

  • Nearest airport: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW; 12.9 miles)
  • Cab fare: about $45.75 from MDW, including a 15% tip
  • Nearest Train Station: Randolph Wabash Railway Station

Need To Know Info

  • 24-hour cancellation notice required before check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within the cancellation window are non-refundable
  • No-shows will be charged a total Groupon rate
  • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
  • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in
  • Must be 21+ to check-in
  • Credit card required at check-in
  • Daily resort fee of $26 plus tax collected at check-in
  • Credit card incidental hold of $150 per night, collected at check-in
  • Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability
  • Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for the night(s) purchased
  • Final price at checkout may include an additional Groupon service fee, which Groupon retains as compensation for facilitating your reservation; this fee will not exceed 6% of the nightly cost of the reservation
  • Total price is inclusive of all taxes and fees.
  • Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
  • Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings

About Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago

Customer Reviews

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Mariah
Helpful reviewer
16 ratings|3 reviews
Great
Penny
Helpful reviewer
2 ratings|1 review
This king room was beautiful, the views were stunning, the waterfront twinkled! Our concierge came through and had a great welcoming energy, I can’t wait to be back this contemporary modern hotel is beautiful!
testt
13 ratings|3 reviews
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O6365QPabigailb
|1 review
Overpriced for what you get Stayed here for four nights in July 2025 to celebrate our 10 year anniversary (and got engaged on this trip). I realized days before our trip that I wouldn't have enough contact lenses for the weekend, so I called the hotel to see if I could get a package delivered there and asked if there were any special instructions I should include. They told me I just needed to put my name and their address and hung up before I was done asking my questions. The day the package was scheduled to arrive, I notified the front desk and asked if I needed to be around to receive it. They said no, just stop by later to pick it up. The package said it was delivered to the front desk so I stopped by to pick it up. They did not have it and contacted their security. I was assured the package would be brought up to my room momentarily. It was not. The next day I went to the front desk and asked again. They spent about 30 minutes trying to get a hold of their mail and security people. They said they didn't have it and I would need to file a claim with UPS (which I could not do as UPS had proof of delivery to the front desk of the Raddison). I stopped by later to try another front desk person. He said to check with the condos next door. They did not have it either. I don't understand how my package could have gotten lost in the few hours that passed between delivery and me checking the front desk, especially being that I had given them two notices that it would be arriving that day. The entire time I was being treated like I was the issue, not that them losing my contacts was the issue. The hotel seems woefully understaffed. There was always a very long line at the front desk, so any inquiry easily took 20 minutes. I had called about amenity packages prior to our stay given the special occasion, and was told to call back when the right person was working - both times I called I was put on hold for several minutes and was hung up on abruptly. It is the kind of place where anything you ask for feels like a burden. This wouldn't typically bother me, but given the price we paid to stay here, I expected better service. The pool is smaller than it looks in the pictures and is very crowded as it's shared with the condos in the building. There were no pool towels left so you had to bring them from your room. There is a mini fridge in the room but you can't put personal items in it, so you have to request a separate mini fridge to be delivered to your room if you have leftovers (which also takes a very long time). The stay didn't ruin our trip, but definitely put a damper on it. We were excited to stay in this building as we are fans of the architect who designed it. It was a bummer the interior experience was such a let down.
O4460RGjuliab
|1 review
Not As Nice As It Used To Be I am sad because this hotel is not what it used to be. We have stayed here many times over the years, one or two nights at a time between Amtrak sleeper trains, and have come to rely on it for our travels. We really enjoy the balconies for the fresh air off the lake after being in a train compartment overnight! But something has changed in their management and I think I will be looking for a new hotel in Chicago. The great views and fresh air from the balconies are still there, and the restaurant off the lobby is better than ever, but the room itself was rather dusty, the bathroom amenities are not congruent with the price point, and the refrigerator in the room has been replaced by a completely-stuffed-full minibar which is definitely not going to hold your medication or other personal things. They have a sign saying you can request another fridge if you need one, but electrical outlets are an issue. Also, with the minibar cabinet built onto the top of the fridge, the coffee maker on top of that was out of my reach. So I am pretty sad about that. But if you are tall and don't need a fridge then this might be a good place for you.
W4811AGpatrickf
|1 review
Radisson Blu Chicago to the Rescue After a horrible travel day with two airline cancellations and a hotel that reneged on their reservation by the airport, I was stuck at 3am scrambling to find an overnight room. Jordan was manager on duty at Radisson Blu Chicago and not only accommodated my request for a room after calling several other properties, but he also waited personally for my arrival before performing his nightly administrative closing activities to fit me in. The room was clean, reasonably priced, and he gave me a late checkout as well. I highly recommend the Radisson Blu and shout out to Jordan and the team for creating a positive experience where a comedy of other major brands had faltered over the course of the day when a customer was most vulnerable.

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