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About the Hotel
See the world hum along on Columbus Drive from the floor-to-ceiling windows while you sip your new favorite wine at Filini, an authentic Italian restaurant located inside the Radisson Blu Aqua. Let your senses be transported to Italy with every twirl of pasta or bite of burrata as you dine within this upscale, modern eatery boasting exposed brick walls and sleek decor. Perfect for business lunches, romantic dinners or a casual gathering with friends, Filini also features a chic bar decorated with geometric tiles and a backlit display of spirits. Let your adventures begin at the Radisson Blu Aqua, an architectural pinnacle in downtown Chicago near iconic attractions, the Financial District and famous North Michigan Avenue. Take a peek out of your hotel room window and set your sights on your first stop, perhaps Lakeshore East Park, Millennium Park and Lake Michigan. Whether you have your heart set on taking a sightseeing cruise at the Navy Pier, picnicking at Millennium Park or touring the Art Institute of Chicago, our downtown hotel's location near the lakefront provides you easy access to all the Chicago must-sees.
Location
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel
221 N Columbus Drive
Chicago, Illinois
60601
Nearest Airport: ORD
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Restaurant
- On-Site Amenities
- Spa Services
- Rooftop Terrace
- Rooftop Pool
- Petting Zoo
- Rooftop Garden
- Interests
- City
- Food & Wine
- Hotels
- Spa
Reviews for Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel
Birthday Celebration
King Corner Room is beautiful. Marie was amazing, she went over and beyond to accommodate the stay. Will book at this hotel again.
Travelquetie - St. Petersburg, Florida
Restaurant and hotel staff shine
I had a difficult time deciding which hotel to book for a holiday weekend, but I am so glad I finally chose the Radisson Blue. Ulysses at the front desk was awesome, helping me multiple times find ways to improve my stay. Mars in the restaurant and Hassan the bellman also deserve special shout outs. I found the on-site restaurant to be excellent and at the same time, very convenient so no need to brave the sub-zero temperatures outside. Lastly, the room was comfortable. All in all, very happy with my choice and would book again.
OnAir44697700258 - Saint Joseph, Michigan
Good looks, no substance
Beautiful looking hotel but missing a couple basics. No frig for you to use, unless you want to pay $25/day. No sleep timer on the TV. We were missing coffee pods and sugar/creamer for coffee maker. Restaurant would not feed us at 10pm on a Friday night. Parking $80 per day is a bit excessive. Front desk staff very nice. Restaurant hostess needs work. No one told us about breakfast buffet, only handed us a menu. But the table next to us was offered buffet. GPS directions take you to the side of the building so you might get a little lost.
MargaritaM0m - Oswego, Illinois
December in Chicago
What a great hotel and even better staff that were so friendly and helpful. We will be back later this month ! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves
Curiosity02058208669
Great stay for holiday weekend away
Very clean hotel, amazing staff, decorated very pretty for the holidays. Had a cute Letters to Santa mailbox. Seen a kid get so excited about that.
Betty E
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