Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North
410 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, South Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North is a modern all-suite hotel in the River North area of downtown Chicago, just a few blocks from the Magnificent Mile's upscale shopping. It carries a 3-star classification but earns a strong 4.5-out-of-5 average across more than 2,000 guest reviews. The building is designed around extended-stay comfort, with an emphasis on suite-style layouts rather than standard hotel rooms.
Rooms & Suites
Studios come with full kitchens, pull-out sofas, work desks, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, making them practical for longer stays. One- and two-bedroom suites step up with separate living areas and additional televisions, and some offer city views. Guests note the bathrooms and showers are spacious and the beds comfortable, though a few mention that in certain one-bedroom layouts the bathroom is accessed only through the bedroom rather than the main living space.
Dining
A free hot breakfast is served daily, typically including options like toast, bagels, yogurt, cereal, and coffee or juice, and it's frequently cited by guests as a highlight of the stay. There's also a sleek on-site bar serving snacks, plus a convenience store and a grocery delivery service for stocking the in-suite kitchen. Some guests have suggested the breakfast selection could be expanded further.
Amenities & Services
The hotel includes a fitness center, an on-site laundromat, a business center, and two meeting rooms for small gatherings or work sessions. Paid parking is available nearby. Reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness of the rooms and the helpfulness of the staff.
Location
Set on N Dearborn St, the hotel is about a 4-minute walk from an El (elevated train) station and roughly 567 meters from the Chicago Riverwalk. It's within about a kilometer of Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, the Chicago Cultural Center, and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, and within 1.3 kilometers of the Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower/Skydeck Chicago. Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, Adler Planetarium, and Lincoln Park Zoo are all within roughly 2 to 3.6 kilometers, making car-free sightseeing across much of downtown Chicago feasible.
Best for
This hotel suits families and small groups needing extra space, thanks to full kitchens, pull-out sofas, and one- and two-bedroom suites that can comfortably sleep four. It also works well for both leisure travelers wanting walkable access to Millennium Park, the Riverwalk, and the Art Institute, and for business travelers who need a business center and meeting rooms alongside a nearby El station for downtown mobility.
Travel tips
Take advantage of the nearby El station, about a 4-minute walk away, to reach downtown Chicago attractions without a car, and budget extra time to explore the Riverwalk just a few blocks from the hotel. The Magnificent Mile's shopping is only a few blocks north, while landmarks like Millennium Park, Cloud Gate, and the Chicago Cultural Center are all within an easy 10-15 minute walk. Since parking is paid and off-site, factor that cost into your visit if driving.
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight the cleanliness of the rooms and the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff as standout positives. The free hot breakfast and in-suite kitchens are frequently praised as convenient and a good value, and the downtown River North location within walking distance of Michigan Avenue and the lakefront is another recurring highlight. A few reviewers wished for more breakfast variety or larger rooms, and at least one guest noted an awkward layout in a one-bedroom suite where the bathroom is only reachable through the bedroom rather than the living area.
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