Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago
221 North Columbus Drive
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15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Clean room and great location close to all major attractions”
“Excellent facilities and great location”
“The swimming pool”
“Gym and pools above expectations”
“Breakfast was a bit overpriced for what you get and service was quite slow”
“Great staff especially the concierge chap”
“Decent size room”
“stayed in an ambassador suite on floor 11 really spacious and quiet , the gym wa…”
“Very good value for money”
“Breakfast in the hotel was actually more reasonable than going anywhere else”
“That is a good point Very clean room and common lobby”
Overview
Situated 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 minibar 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.
Traveller reviews
Harpa
couple
June 14, 2026
The swimming pool
Michael
solo_traveller
June 12, 2026
Excellent gym facilities
Phiri
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“The bar and restaurant staff were friendly. The room was clean and nice.”
Clean room and great location close to all major attractions!
Peter
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
Excellent facilities and great location. Gym and pools above expectations.
Alex
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
“Meh. Wouldn’t stay there again.”
Breakfast was a bit overpriced for what you get and service was quite slow.
Wendy
extended_group
May 19, 2026
“I enjoyed here and would stay again”
Great staff especially the concierge chap. Decent size room
Paul
solo_traveller
April 7, 2026
Very well-located hotel in Chicago. Very good value for money.
Colin
couple
March 28, 2026
“Reassuring and reliable.. good rooms very nice staff”
Friendly , inviting, reputable
Adrian David George
solo_traveller
January 1, 2026
“Clean and nice”
Location
Troy
family_with_children
December 1, 2025
Balcony was great..
alexandre
family_with_children
November 26, 2025
“Good position in Chicago”
Well placed in Chicago downtown , staff good with the smile . That is a good point Very clean room and common lobby
Geeta
solo_traveller
November 21, 2025
“The stay was good and the staff were friendly. Location was good for site seeing”
Its location
ciaran
solo_traveller
November 4, 2025
“super -highly recommend it”
stayed in an ambassador suite on floor 11 really spacious and quiet , the gym was really excellent
Elaine
solo_traveller
November 1, 2025
Room very dated & not totally clean. Very noisy next to fire station
Agur
couple
October 17, 2025
“Keep your personal belongings always with you”
Location was superb. Very nice outdoor pool, entirely suitable for your regular swimming training, probably the largest gym I've ever seen in a hotel.
Jennifer
family_with_children
October 13, 2025
The hotel was lovely and we enjoyed the outdoor space tremendously. Walking distance to Grant Park/Mag Mile and enjoyable neighbourhood with cute restaurants. Breakfast in the hotel was actually more reasonable than going anywhere else!
Frank
solo_traveller
October 11, 2025
“Terrible”
Building and facilities ok. Souless.
Howard
couple
September 21, 2025
“Couldn’t have picked a better hotel”
Location and outside pool. Jogging trail and gardens.
Joachim
family_with_children
September 7, 2025
Dirty and dusty, windows need cleaning
Warren
solo_traveller
August 25, 2025
The pool and gym
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Lower bathroom sink, Visual aids: Braille
Activities
Fitness, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Happy hour, Fitness centre, Games room, Billiards, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Coffee house on site, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Kid meals, Bar, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Lift, Safety deposit box, Heating
Internet
Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking on site, Parking garage, Accessible parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Heated pool, Pool/beach towels
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Pet bowls, Ironing service, Business centre, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Shared lounge/TV area, ATM/cash machine on site, Valet parking, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Deluxe King Room
The double room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe King Room - Disability Access
The double room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room with Balcony
The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room with High Floor
The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.
Premium Corner King Room with Balcony and Park View - Non-Smoking
The double room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
The quadruple room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room features air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access
The quadruple room features a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hairdryer. The quadruple room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with Balcony
This air-conditioned quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with High Floor and Balcony
The quadruple room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room features air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
King Suite
This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 2 beds.
King Suite with Balcony
This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. This suite has air conditioning, a minibar, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.
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