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221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago - Modern downtown hotel near Millennium Park

Located in Chicago Loop, the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel is designed by architect Jeanne Gang. The hotel features 334 rooms and suites, an indoor pool, and a rooftop pool with city views. Guests have access to a fitness center with a half-size basketball court, an outdoor running track, and steam and sauna rooms. The on-site FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar serves Midwestern cuisine. The hotel is within walking distance of Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, and Navy Pier. Business amenities include 13 meeting rooms, audiovisual services by Encore, and free Wi-Fi.

Additional perks of the hotel

Electric car-charging stations

Blu Bar serving Starbucks(R) beverages and breakfast sandwiches

Lifestyle garden for relaxation

Proximity to Lakeshore East Park with a kids' area

Access to the Atlantic Ballroom with views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline

Farm-to-table dining at FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar

Rooms & Suites

The hotel offers 334 rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi, mid-century modern desks, and minibars. Standard rooms include air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and tea and coffee makers. Suites feature additional space and safe deposit boxes. Some rooms provide views of the Chicago skyline or Lake Michigan.

Other conveniences

Lavazza coffee and premium tea in rooms

Ironing facilities and heating

Terrace and garden furniture in select rooms

Mini-bar and safe deposit box in suites

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2 persons
37 m² 
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Air conditioning
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2 persons
37 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Air conditioning
King Room Balcony City View Non-Smoking
2 persons
33 m² 
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Ambassador King Suite Park View Non-Smoking
2 persons
52 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
Chicago 2.0 km
Airports
Midway International (MDW) 20.1 km
Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 29.9 km
Train
Millenium Station400 m
Millennium Station500 m
Underground
Washington/Wabash700 m
State/Lake700 m
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Internet access
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Billiard tables

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
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Hotel Location

221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
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221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
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