About us
Located in downtown Chicago’s exciting River North, voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk overlooks the Chicago River and showcases iconic views of the cityscape in every direction. Defined by urban style and modern comfort, voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk sets the stage for an exciting Chicago experience for both business and leisure travelers. Ideally situated across from the Riverwalk and Art on the MART, near shopping along the Magnificent Mile, and iconic Millennium Park, voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk is the perfect base from which to explore Chicago. Catch a rising star in the nearby Theatre District, walk to award-winning dining, or watch the sunset from the Willis Tower before retiring to your guest room featuring breathtaking views of Chicago.
Venue Details
ChainIHG
BrandVOCO
Built1976
Renovated2022
Total meeting space25,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms521
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
Best voco Hotel in the Americas 2023
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Indoor pool
Transportation
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Dec 10, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025
Jan 2, 2026 - Jan 11, 2026
Jan 15, 2026 - Jan 29, 2026
Feb 3, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
Mar 18, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Jun 01 - Nov 15
Shoulder season
Apr 01 - May 31
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31Nov 16 - Dec 31
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
25,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
7,560 sq. ft.
Space (private)
25,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
16
Second largest room
4,320 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
25,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
7,560 sq. ft.
Space (private)
25,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
16
Second largest room
4,320 sq. ft.
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7,560 sq. ft. 90 x 84 sq. ft. | 13.5 ft. | 800 | 270 | 530 | 800 | 800 | 400 | - | 360 | - | |
3,780 sq. ft. 45 x 84 sq. ft. | 13.5 ft. | 400 | - | 250 | 400 | 400 | 200 | - | 200 | 170 | |
3,780 sq. ft. 45 x 84 sq. ft. | 13.5 ft. | 400 | 130 | 250 | 400 | 400 | 200 | - | - | 170 | |
1,276 sq. ft. 58 x 22 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 100 | 45 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 75 | - | 50 | 60 | |
897 sq. ft. 29 x 23 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 100 | 30 | 60 | 100 | 80 | 50 | 35 | 25 | 35 | |
437 sq. ft. 19 x 23 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 50 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 40 | 25 | 15 | 25 | 20 | |
437 sq. ft. 19 x 23 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 50 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 25 | 15 | 15 | 20 | |
897 sq. ft. 39 x 23 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 100 | 30 | 60 | 100 | 80 | 50 | 35 | 30 | 35 | |
437 sq. ft. 19 x 23 sq. ft. | 10.5 ft. | 50 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 40 | 25 | 15 | 20 | 20 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
521
Single (1 bed)
177
Single (1 bed) rate
$169.00 - $429.00
Double (2 beds)
114
Double (2 beds) rate
$169.00 - $429.00
Suites
2
Tax rate
17.4%
Total guest rooms
521
Single (1 bed)
177
Single (1 bed) rate
$169.00 - $429.00
Double (2 beds)
114
Double (2 beds) rate
$169.00 - $429.00
Suites
2
Tax rate
17.4%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
12 mi
Distance from airport 12 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
( $56.00/day )
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Pier Park attractions include the amazing Centennial Wheel, the Pepsi Wave Swinger, carousel and more. Just so you know, the Centennial Wheel soars to nearly 200 feet, with climate-controlled gondolas for the most comfortable Ferris wheel ride ever.
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theMART
Business district
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It attracts thousands of affluent consumers to its luxury kitchen and bath, home furnishings and outdoor furnishings showrooms each year, and is home to 15 major trade and consumer shows and hundreds of meetings and special events.
theMART has become one of the most sought after office locations for dozens of companies, including creative advertising firms, high-quality government agencies and innovative technology companies. In fact, theMART is home to several of the most well-known tech companies in the country alongside many start-ups.
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