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voco Chicago Downtown - Riverwalk

350 W. Wolf Point Plaza, Chicago, IL, USA, 60654
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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
BrandVOCOFirst Hospitality
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

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Jan 6, 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.

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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%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 12 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
( $56.00/day )

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