Best Western Chicago Downtown-River North, Chicago ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

125 W Ohio Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60610-4203

Close to the Chicago Riverwalk

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Central location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Comfortable bed
Nice pool
Excellent directions

"Love the location, close to restaurants and the riverwalk."

Becky from United States

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"One of the few downtown hotels with a pool, plus the parking was convenient and the cheapest I could find."

Leslie from United States

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Rooms and Suites

The Best Western River North Hotel provides rooms with a flat-screen TV offering premium cable channels, cable TV with HBO(R), and high-speed wireless internet. A single-serve coffee maker is also included. Suites offer a separate living room with a sofa bed and a work desk with ergonomic chair. Some rooms feature a seating area. Handicap-accessible rooms are available with adapted baths, raised toilets, and safety grab bars.

On-Site Dining

Pizzeria Ora Restaurant and Lounge serves Chicago-style deep-dish pizza and Italian-American food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Pizzeria Ora has a lounge area, and there is also an on-site bar. Additional dining options nearby include The Cheesecake Factory, Maggiano's, Ed Debevic's 50s Style Diner, and the Rainforest Cafe.

Leisure Facilities

Guests at this Chicago hotel can use the indoor heated pool. The indoor swimming pool area includes patio furniture and an adjacent outdoor sundeck with downtown views. There is also an on-site gym with cardio machines.

Location and Access

Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, Best Western Chicago Downtown-River North is near Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk. It is a 5-minute walk from Merchandise Mart CTA and Grand. Landmarks nearby include Lincoln Park Zoo (3 km), Cloud Gate (2 km), The Magnificent Mile (0.5 km), The Rookery Building (1.5 km), Shedd Aquarium (3 km), Chicago Cultural Center (1.5 km), Willis Tower (1.5 km), Wrigley Building (1 km), and the Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago (1.5 km). Midway International Airport is 20 km away.

Hotel Services

Best Western River North Hotel features a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. The hotel provides on-site parking. Safety features include carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, and window guards. The hotel offers a rooftop terrace, a bar, and a gym.

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Highlights from guests

Sports & FitnessRooftop Retreat

I loved the rooftop terrace's views. The pool was clean and warm. The gym had several pieces of equipment.

Carlos from Spain

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Guest ParkingConvenient Parking

Onsite parking was easy to use. The location is right off the freeway. I found an adequate space for my large truck.

Frank from United States

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DiningDeep Dish!

The restaurant has excellent deep-dish pizza! The hotel is close to many restaurant choices.

Giovanni from Italy

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Room FeaturesSpacious Comfort

The rooms are a nice size. My room was large, spotless, and had ample furniture. The bed was perfect!

Anika from Australia

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Larger Double Room Two Double Beds

2 persons

32 m²

2 Double beds

Double Room Two Double Beds Bath Tub Mobility Accessible

2 persons

32 m²

2 Double beds

King Room Bath Tub Disability Access Room or Non-Smoking

2 persons

32 m²

1 King-size bed

Two-Bedroom Suite One King Two Double Beds Sofa Bed Non-Smoking

2 persons

51 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Chicago 1.9 km

Airports

Midway International (MDW) 18.7 km

Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 28.5 km

Train

Millennium Station 1.1 km

Millenium Station 1.2 km

Underground

Grand300 m

Merchandise Mart400 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Dining Onsite

At the Best Western Chicago Downtown-River North, Pizzeria Ora invites guests to relish the flavors of Chicago through its hearty Italian American offerings. With its family-friendly atmosphere and an enticing menu, this on-site dining experience encapsulates the city's culinary essence, making it a welcoming retreat for travelers.

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Pizzeria Ora

Italian American

Ambiance

Warm and inviting family-friendly lounge setting

Key Offerings

Experience authentic Chicago-style deep-dish pizza alongside classic Italian fare, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Reservation

Not needed

Open daily from 6:30 AM to midnight, with extended hours until 1:00 AM on weekends.

Location

125 W Ohio Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60610-4203

Map view

125 W Ohio Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60610-4203

City landmarks

Park

Millennium Park

2.3 km

Landmark

360 Chicago Observation Deck

1.4 km

Harbour

Navy Pier

2.1 km

Museum

The Art Institute of Chicago

2.4 km

Art object

Cloud Gate

1.9 km

Landmark

The Magnificent Mile

750 m

Landmark

Skydeck Chicago

1.8 km

Landmark

Willis Tower

1.8 km

Landmark

The Rookery Building

1.6 km

Fountain

Buckingham Fountain

2.1 km

Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo

3.2 km

Theatre

The Chicago Theatre

1.2 km

Museum

Chicago Cultural Center

1.6 km

Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium

3.1 km

Museum

Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago

1.4 km

Landmark

Wrigley Building

940 m

Landmark

Marina City

730 m

Landmark

Tribune Tower

1.0 km

Landmark

Chicago Riverwalk

1.7 km

Landmark

Arts Club of Chicago

860 m

Museum

The Field Museum

3.2 km

Landmark

Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum

1.3 km

Landmark

Picasso Statue

1.1 km

Shopping Area

Water Tower Place

1.4 km

Shopping Area

Shops at Northbridge

750 m

Gallery

Chicago Water Tower

1.1 km

Museum

American Writers Museum

1.4 km

Museum

Chicago Children's Museum

2.1 km

Museum

Loyola University Museum of Art

1.8 km

Nearby

439 N Wells St

Chicago-style pizza

380 m

Restaurants

Portillo's Hot Dogs

190 m

100 West Ontario Street

Rock N' Roll McDonald's

160 m

600 N Clark St

Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

190 m

100 W Ontario St

O'Leary's Public House

190 m

541 N Wells St Ste 1

Yu Shan

240 m

548 N Wells St

Yu Choy

240 m

548 N Wells St

Moti Cafe

370 m

70 W Huron St

Corner Bakery

420 m

406 N Clark St

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at USD 52 per day.

Internet

is available in for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2011

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

150

Former name

BEST WESTERN PLUS River North Chicago Downtown Hotel

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