Best Western River North Hotel

3 stars
7,2
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based on 3069 reviews
3 069 reviews
125 West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60654-7168, United States
125 West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL
+1 312 467 0800
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Overview

Boasting impressive views of Chicago, this modern hotel is minutes on foot from Merchandise Mart Railway Station. It features a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool, an express check-in and check-out feature and a rooftop terrace.

There are a range of amenities on offer to those staying at Best Western River North Hotel, including a sun deck, valet parking and a 24-hour business centre. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can assist with booking tours and tickets.

The air conditioned rooms at Best Western River North Hotel are contemporary and provide a refrigerator.

The hotel's on-site restaurant, Pizzeria Ora, is a popular place to have a meal. A wide selection of cafés and restaurants are also available in the surrounding area.

Best Western River North Hotel is close to the area's well-known tourist attractions, including the Chicago Theater, Michigan Avenue and Magnificent Mile, which are within walking distance. The Michigan Avenue Bridge and Merchandise Mart are within walking a distance.

7,2
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3069 reviews

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Amenities at Best Western River North Hotel

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Reviews of Best Western River North Hotel

7,2
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Wonderful
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Very good
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Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's central location, making it easy to explore the city and access attractions, restaurants, and public transport. Many also highlight the friendly and accommodating staff, with several employees singled out for excellent service. However, reviews are mixed on cleanliness, with some guests finding rooms clean and comfortable, while others report musty smells or dated furnishings. Amenities are a common concern, as several guests mention missing or closed facilities like the pool, gym, rooftop, or in-room appliances such as fridges and microwaves. Noise from the street, other guests, or air conditioning units is also frequently mentioned as a drawback. Overall, the hotel is valued for its location and service, but some areas need improvement.
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Location10 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness5 out of 10
Amenities3.5 out of 10
Noise Level3 out of 10
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4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2026
Friendly staff and great location. However the property is old and outdated. Air conditioning unit was extremely loud, I needed to sleep with earbuds. House keeping didn’t come unless you called to request it each day, and still left the shower soap dispenser empty for my entire visit.
9.7
Wonderful
Linda, Jan 2020
Pros (+) The quality and quantity of towels The black and white tile in the shower Hair dryer
Cons (-) Bigger elevators
5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Jun 2019
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) This hotel is overpriced for the value. We have stayed here before and had a good experience staying in a suite in the main building. This time we stayed in a king room and ended up in the building separate from the front desk. The room was tiny. Like NYC hotel room tiny. The air conditioner was so loud we couldn’t even run it while trying to sleep. There was terrible street noise, hallway noise a...
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10
Wonderful
Kathy, Aug 2017
Pros (+) Customer service and rooms were clean and spacious
Cons (-) The 2 separate buildings
10
Wonderful
Liz, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Very welcoming attitude by all employees we met. Very clean and comfortable room. The staff went the extra mile with a smile.
Cons (-) No complaints
9.7
Wonderful
Dane, Jun 2017
Pros (+) The room was exactly what we needed. Comfortable, roomy, great location and at a very fair price. You can't ask for more.
Cons (-) The water pressure is the shower could be a little stronger, but at the end of the day, it worked.
8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Great location, many places within walking distance. It was very easy to get to off the highway, plus cheap parking! ($25/night). Room was small, but had everything we needed for 1 night - bed, bathroom, shower, wifi.

Location

125 West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60654-7168

What's nearby

  • River North0.5 km
  • Michigan Avenue0.7 km
  • Magnificent Mile0.7 km
  • Michigan Avenue Bridge0.7 km
  • Chicago Theater0.8 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art1 km
  • Millennium Park1.3 km
  • Willis Tower1.5 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago1.6 km
  • Chicago Board of Trade Building1.6 km
  • Grant Park2 km
  • Harpo Studios2 km

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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The cheapest month to stay at Best Western River North Hotel is January, with an average nightly rate of R1 564. The most expensive month is September at R5 083 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Best Western River North Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Best Western River North Hotel is Thursday, with an average nightly rate of R2 033. The most expensive day is Tuesday at R9 532 per night.

How far in advance should you book Best Western River North Hotel?

To get the best price at Best Western River North Hotel, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 42% compared to booking last minute.

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  • How long should you stay at Best Western River North Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

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  • Where is Best Western River North Hotel located?

    Best Western River North Hotel is located at 125 West Ohio Street in Near North Side, 1,9 km from the centre of Chicago. River North is the closest landmark to Best Western River North Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Best Western River North Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Best Western River North Hotel.

  • Does Best Western River North Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Best Western River North Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Best Western River North Hotel from the airport?

    Best Western River North Hotel is 15 km from Chicago Midway.

  • Does Best Western River North Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Best Western River North Hotel has a pool on-site.

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1,9 km
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